Property Management Tip – Simple solution from removing stains from carpet
Your tenant just moved out of your rental property and after inspecting the rental you found that the carpeting does have very noticeable stains. What do you do? Replace the carpeting? Hire a carpet cleaning company to professionally clean it? Try cleaning the carpeting yourself? Thankfully, you can easily remove stains from just about any…
Read MoreDo you have fire insurance for your rental property?
Do you have fire insurance for your rental property? Sadly, many landlords and property owners don’t have fire insurance. Neglecting fire insurance is a BIG mistake to make because, a structure fire occurs in the United States every 63 seconds, especially residential structures which are filled with modern furniture and appliances which have been documented…
Read MoreRent Control – Does It Actually Work? – The Answer Is No
By RPM Central Valley Rents are literally sky rocketing across the United States, especially in parts of Northern California and Southern California but should rent control actually be considered as a long-term tool for slowing down ever increasing rents? The answer to this question is no. Why Rent Control Doesn’t Work Although rent control is…
Read MorePlanning for retirement? Why not invest in a rental property?
Is retirement right around the corner for you and you’re thinking about which investments will produce the highest return for you? If so, why not consider investing in rental properties? Over the last two years the demand for rental properties has only grown in California, especially in the Central Valley, and there’s no better time…
Read MoreJust getting started with owning rental properties? Don’t make these “rookie” mistakes
Are you just getting started with owning rental properties in the Central Valley? If so, you’re not alone! Many people have purchased their first rental properties over the last year thanks to low mortgage interest rates and affordable home values in the Central Valley but they will also make rooking mistakes. If you’re serious about…
Read MoreWhat should you do if your tenant files for bankruptcy?
One of the worst things that can happen is when your tenant stops paying rent, especially if they file for bankruptcy, but what should you do if they do file for bankruptcy? Can you still follow the normal eviction process? Tenant Bankruptcy: What Landlords Need to Know First things first: landlords need to understand which…
Read MoreShould You Rent or Sell Your Central Valley Home?
By RPM Central Valley Are you thinking about selling your Central Valley Home but aren’t sure if you should rent it out? This is an excellent question to ask and depending on your personal financial situation you may want to consider holding onto your home, renting it out, especially for these reasons. Use Your Home…
Read MoreShould You Install Security Cameras At Your Central Valley Rental Property?
By RPM Central Valley Should you invest in security cameras to protect your Central Valley Rental property? This is an excellent question to ask because you’ve invested the time/money into your rental and want to protect your investment that’s why in this article we will cover everything you need to know about installing security cameras…
Read MoreSmall Apartment Amenities You Should Offer to Your Tenants
By RPM Central Valley Do you own a small apartment building in the Central Valley? Small apartment buildings have become even more popular in recent years because they can generate excellent ROI but as with any rental property, the key to success with owning these rentals is also offering your tenants amenities which are comparable…
Read MoreCommon questions asked by prospective tenants
Is your Central Valley rental property coming up for rent? If so, in the world of property management there are always common questions that you can expect most prospective tenants to ask and those questions include the following: 1. How much are rent and deposits, and how do I pay rent? Prospects occasionally see…
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