COVID-19, the illness caused by the novel Coronavirus, has disrupted the global economy on a huge scale. In the United States alone, there were more than 3 million new unemployment claims filed in the first week of social-distancing measures enacted by some states. Millions of Americans have been laid off or had their hours or…
If you’re a property owner who leases to others, you will typically charge new tenants an upfront security deposit. Security deposits protect landlords against loss, most often in the form of unpaid rent and damage to the property. If you’re a rental owner in Santa Clara County, where rents are high and the property is…
Being a rental property owner can become a full-time job – especially if you’re managing it on your own. If you own a rental in Santa Clara County where the housing market is doing exceptionally well, you should enlist the help of a local San Jose property management company who can insure that your rental…
Why is screening tenants so important? When you buy a rental property, the only way to make money on your investment is to fill your property with renters. There are plenty of people looking to rent, but finding quality tenants can make a big difference in your return on investment. If you’re a landlord or…
Good property management isn’t easy to find, and finding a reliable and trustworthy manager can be difficult. Not only is finding the right property manager difficult, you also need to know exactly what you’re even looking for. When it comes to property management, the quality of services provided is of the utmost importance. Whether you’ve…
This Property Management Company Evaluation Guide was written to help owners of residential rental properties make informed decisions when reviewing and selecting the services of a property management company. While this was primarily written for owners who own rental property in San Jose and Santa Clara County, the information provided will also be useful to…
Taking care of a rental property can be a full-time job. It takes a lot of time and effort to manage your own rentals and give them the attention they need. Between worrying about collecting rent money each month to making sure the property is taken care of properly, you may wonder if it’s all…