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Malicious attackers now initiate a new cyberattack every 39 seconds, successfully attacking 81% of organizations. As a landlord in Orange County, you might wrongly assume you don't need to concern yourself with cybersecurity. Remember that you work with sensitive...

Finding a profitable rental property can go a long way towards building wealth, but being a landlord in Orange County also comes with its challenges. Not only will you need to keep up with repairs, deal with tenants, and navigate complex legal issues, but you also...

How often do we see a tenant being taken to the Tribunal for legal discourse? All too often. However, landlords can be victims too, and it needs more awareness. When times get hard, tenants will sometimes look toward committing rental fraud in some shape or form. Of...

With over 15% of Americans having no retirement savings, it's never too early to start putting money away for the future. Don't make life more difficult down the road. One of the most lucrative ways to generate revenue for retirement is by living off rental income....

As people quarantine in their homes, maintaining properties might seem like an unnecessary risk for everyone involved. Are you wondering what you can do for property maintenance? If you're a property manager that owns one or several properties during this pandemic, we...

Approximately 11% of all travelers have tried vacation rentals instead of hotels and resorts. As vacation rentals are becoming more popular, it's important to ensure your property stands out. Otherwise, renters might choose to stay with one of your competitors...

If you're a new landlord, renting out space in your home, or just trying to step up your property rental game, you're probably always looking for new ways to increase your tenancy and keep your properties and rental units full. There are more renters than ever these...

Did you know that 43 million households are filled with renters? Renting might not be new to them, but it could be new to you as a landlord. Getting new tenants in one of your rental properties is always exciting, but do you know how to properly greet and welcome them...

On Monday April 6, 2020, the CA Judicial Council adopted an emergency rule which essentially prohibits all evictions as the residents can claim health and safety concerns. This rule does the following: 1. No courts in California may issue a summons on an unlawful...

President Trump recently signed into law the Economic Relief Package as it relates to COVID-19. This relief package addresses many different aspects of our economy, with an entire section dedicated to addressing housing. Here’s what landlords need to know about the...

On March 27, 2020, Governor Newsom passed a second Executive Order implementing additional eviction protections for tenants who are unable to pay their rent as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This second order states that if an unlawful detainer action is filed...

Many landlords don’t feel comfortable when it's time to raise rent. So, here are six simple ways that may help the uncomfortable process be a little more, well, comfortable. Remember, you’re a business firstAs friendly as you might be with your tenants,...

California's interest in Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) stems from the housing shortage. A new law effective January 1, 2020 streamlines the ADU approval process by requiring cities to approve applications within 60-days or it is considered automatically approved....

It happens to every landlord at some point... a tenant moves out and they didn’t leave the property in the same spotless condition that you gave it to them in. So, you wonder what repairs and expenses can I deduct from their security deposit? California law draws a...

Most of us count ourselves among the 6 in 10 Americans who consider pets to be members of their families. Yet, sadly as many as 90% of pets in shelters were given up by owners who simply couldn’t find pet-friendly housing. Since 62% of Americans have at least one pet,...

AB 1482 passed which limits statewide annual rent increases and puts in place just-cause eviction protections for tenants. The bill takes effect January 1, 2020, with a retroactive provision and will be in place for 10 years. Here's a simple overview for landlords......

Many landlords hire freelancers or unlicensed contractors to work on their Orange County property management rental properties. Most of the time it works out just fine, but when things go south, as they often do, a nightmare may unfold. By hiring an inexperienced...

Not all CPA's are created equal. Some know medicine, manufacturing, or aerospace and may not know too much about real estate... Whether a landlord owns one or one hundred properties, it's wise to talk to or retain a CPA that knows all the intricate...

Not all insurance policies are created equal, so it's a good idea to talk with your insurance carrier upon renewal to ensure your policy is what you want it to be.  Here's a few topics to cover... 1. Property Protection Insurance policies for rental...