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California Rental Market News
ANTIOCH, Calif. (AP) — Kim Carlson’s apartment has flooded with human feces multiple times, the plumbing never fixed in the low-income housing complex she calls home in the San Francisco rental market. Her property manager is verbally abusive and calls her 9-year-old grandson, who has autism, a slur word, she said. Her heater was busted…
Read MoreDo minimum wage increases affect rents?
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 MoreThings to do to protect your investments during a recession
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 MoreTop questions to ask tenants before renting to them
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 MoreProperty Management Tips: Rental Application Mistakes To Avoid
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 More5 Ways a Rental Property Makes Money and Why You Need To Know All of Them
If you’re anything like me, you grew up believing a rental property is inherently profitable. Within that belief, you likely didn’t know how they made money, just that they did. Well, in this article, you can learn precisely how rental properties make money. Overall, they make money in five different ways. Rental Property Cash Flow Cash…
Read More5 Ways Rental Properties Make Money
In 2022 more investors are considering investing in rental properties than ever before because they want to have a hedge against inflation. Rental properties are an excellent investment during tough economic times because they make money a variety of ways including the following: Cash Flow Cash flow is what’s left over from the rental income…
Read MoreHow Does A California Real Estate Investor Benefit From Hiring A Property Manager?
Are you a California Real Estate Investor who is thinking about investing in a Central Valley rental property? If so, you may be on the fence about hiring a property manager. Rental properties are an excellent investment, but the reality is that time is money, and hiring a property manager will save you the time,…
Read MoreHow To Reduce Wear And Tear On Carpeting At Your Rental Property
With the average cost to replace carpeting in a 3-bedroom rental property ranging from $1600 to $2500, it’s understandable that landlords want to do everything they can to make their carpeting last. Thankfully, landlords can maintain the value of their investment a lot longer than they expected by following these simple tips. Tip #1 –…
Read MoreIs your rental property insured?
Owning a rental property is a great way to buld wealth and enjoy passive income but if that property is not insured, you can loose everything from a fire, flood or natural disaster. Having insurance is important because it’s going to protect your best interest and insure that your best interests are protected. Which Type…
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