Do minimum wage increases affect rents?

minimum wage

Increases in the minimum wage can be good for landlords.  A stand-out benefit is that renters are less likely to default on their monthly rent payments. This equals more financial security for you and your tenants. But while your tenants may have the ability to afford rent much better than before, you could also raise…

Read More

Things to do to protect your investments during a recession

rent collection

The recession is officially here and for owners in the Central Valley, and across the United States, that means changes are coming but thankfully owners can protect their investments by going the following: 1. Keep Low to Moderate Debt Levels  It probably goes without saying that those with no or moderate debt will be less…

Read More

Are Rent Increases Slowing In California?

Modesto CA property manager

Here’s some good news for renters, including those living in some of California’s biggest cities. For the first time this year, average rent prices across the nation decreased month-over-month in August, with the monthly cost of renting a one or two-bedroom apartment dropping by about $50, according to a new report from Rent.com. During the…

Read More

Tips for mastering lease renewals in 2022 and beyond

tenant screening

Lease renewals are one of the most difficult aspects of owning a rental property for some owners. Thankfully, the lease renewal process doesn’t have to be difficult. Owners can efficiently navigate this time of year and get more of their existing tenants to renew their leases simply by following these tips. Start The Lease Renewal…

Read More

Tenant Screening 101 – Tips You Need To Know

tenant

Are you planning on renting out your Central Valley home for the first time? If so, tenant screening is one of the most important things that you’ll be doing because it’s going to help you find the most qualified tenant to live in your rental property. If you’ve never rented out your home before, this…

Read More

Top questions to ask tenants before renting to them

central valley property manager

Asking a prospective tenant the right questions is one of the keys to success when it comes to owning investment properties because the answers to those questions will provide you with peace of mind in that tenant before you rent to them. In this article we will share with you the top questions to ask…

Read More

3 Alternatives To Selling Your Investment Property

vacancies

Every investor asks at some point: “should I sell my investment property?” Whether preparing for retirement or considering cashing in on a hot seller’s market before it turns cold, you may want to look at all your options. There are a few key things to consider when selling an investment property and a few alternatives…

Read More

Property Management Tips: Rental Application Mistakes To Avoid

rent collection

The rental application is one of the most important tools that a landlord uses in their business because it’s what makes it possible for the landlord to screen and place the most qualified tenants in their properties possible. As important as the rental application is, it’s also possible for a landlord to make common mistakes…

Read More

Does your rental property have working smoke detectors?

smoke detector

You’ve worked hard over the years to build your portfolio of Stockton Rental Homes but as your portfolio grows it’s getting more difficult for you to keep track of the smoke detectors in each property to confirm that they are working or not. This is a dangerous situation to find yourself in because, if a…

Read More