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Welcome to Orange County, a vibrant and beautiful area known for its stunning beaches, pleasant climate, and thriving communities. This popular place to live also has a lot of options when it comes to apartment rentals. If you’re a property owner looking to make your complex more appealing to potential tenants, consider being pet-friendly. Embracing...
As an affordable housing Orange County landlord, keeping up with all the relative fair housing laws applicable to your rental property can be tricky. Covering everything from advertising to financing, the laws are in place to provide equal opportunity to all potential tenants and avoid any form of discrimination during the tenant screening and selection...
Rental properties are a great investment for property owners, as they provide long-term profitability and safeguard your financial future better than other volatile investment choices. One of the ways real estate investors assess the success of their property is by calculating ROI. Return on investment (or ROI) is a measure used to calculate the profit...
While finding potential renters across most cities in America has generally not been difficult over the past few years, finding good tenants is often a struggle. Problem tenants cost landlords hundreds or even thousands of dollars in fees, legal action, and repairs every single year. You may end up with tenants that do not pay...
As time-consuming as it may be, if you are the owner of a rental property, it is your responsibility, by law, to keep the condition of the property good and habitable for the full duration of the lease agreement through regular maintenance. Not only does this protect your investment, but it also makes your property...
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January 22, 2020 | LibraryCalifornia'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. ADUs are commonly known as granny flats, in-law units, backyard cottages, or tiny houses and help California's...
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September 24, 2019 | UncategorizedAB 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... 1. Single family properties are exempt unless they are owned by corporations...
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September 18, 2019 | UncategorizedMany 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 freelancer, owners forgo basic legal protections, exposing their property to a loss in...
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August 20, 2019 | LibraryNot 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 real estate tax codes to ensure you're paying the least tax. Here are a few basic...
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July 17, 2019 | UncategorizedNot 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 dwellings provide property coverage for damage to the home from fire, lightning,...
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May 25, 2019 | LibraryMost particularly, the more aware Orange County Property management companies are always looking to mitigate liability on every level – and there are many, many levels with tenants. One way to keep everyone out of a legal nightmare is to ensure the new tenants receive a brand new set keys – ensuring their safety and...
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April 5, 2019 | LibraryLandlord and tenant rights are constantly changing and unfortunately California courts favor tenants. The current “money maker” for attorneys isn’t asbestos, lead or mold, it’s Emotional Support Animals - and landlords need to know what they can and cannot do in today's litigious rental world. A tenant has the right to bring their service dogs...
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March 20, 2019 | Library[et_pb_section fb_built="1" admin_label="section" _builder_version="4.16" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row admin_label="row" _builder_version="4.16" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.16" custom_padding="|||" global_colors_info="{}" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" _builder_version="4.16" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" global_colors_info="{}"]Landlord-tenant disputes are common, but certain issues quickly escalate to court—and tenants often come out on top. In many cases, the law is clear, and the tenant holds the advantage, especially when there’s strong...
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March 20, 2019 | LibraryWhen marketing a rental property, a well-crafted listing description can make all the difference. A compelling and informative description helps attract the right tenants, reduces vacancy time, and ensures your property stands out in a competitive rental market. Here’s a step-by-step guide to writing an effective rental property listing that grabs attention and drives inquiries....
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December 15, 2018 | LibraryHiring a property manager should simplify your responsibilities—not create more stress. If your current manager isn’t delivering on their promises, it might be time to reevaluate the relationship. Small issues can grow into serious financial risks if they go unchecked. Spotting the signs early helps protect your property, your tenants, and your peace of mind....
