Property Management Blog

How can we find high quality tenants for our vacant properties in the San Jose rental market? This is a question most owners have before they begin working with us. Our process has been perfected over the years, and we use our inn... read more >>

The move-in checklist is an important part of the leasing process, and it can help you set the stage for a positive tenant relationship and a pleasant rental experience. Tenants are stressed when they’re moving. You can... read more >>

If you’re wondering whether you should sell your San Jose home or rent it out, think about the long term income you may be giving up to access some immediate cash right now. Inventory is scarce and demand is high; everyone i... read more >>

We are often asked if a home warranty is a good idea for San Jose rental properties.Generally, we discourage it. If you’re buying a home that you plan to occupy yourself, there may be good reasons to purchase... read more >>

Most San Jose real estate investors know that vacancy can cost a lot of money. When your property isn’t occupied, you’re not earning any rent. You’re also paying out of pocket for utilities, lawn care, and cleani... read more >>

When you’re looking for a San Jose property management company, one of the most important things to consider is their capacity. You also need to measure their experience. If you hand your investment properties over to a comp... read more >>

Rental property inspections are an important way to protect the condition of your investment home. Inspections allow you to check for deferred and unreported damage and also allow you to ensure your residents are following the ter... read more >>

We know that paying a monthly management fee or a leasing fee can seem like a bitter pill for real estate investors to swallow. You’re trying to earn as much as possible on your investment, and those fees for professional se... read more >>

Evictions were never an easy process in San Jose, but they’ve become even more difficult than usual. This is in part due to the new Tenant Protection Act of 2019, which went into effect on January 1, 2020, and it’s als... read more >>

We’re halfway through 2020 and to say it has been an unprecedented year would be a vast understatement. Before the COVID pandemic and the eviction moratoriums, there was statewide rent control. The new law went into eff... read more >>