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Blog Post Are You Working with The Best Property Manager in Pleasanton, CA?

Are You Working with The Best Property Manager in Pleasanton, CA?

By Russ Cowley Friday, June 2, 2023
If you’re not working with the best property manager in Pleasanton, California, you’re wasting time and money on missed opportunities.Any property manager can find you a tenant and collect rent. The real value is in expertise, resources, and knowledge. You’re lo...
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Blog Post CA Fair Housing: Mistakes Pleasanton Landlords Make in Advertising Vacancies

CA Fair Housing: Mistakes Pleasanton Landlords Make in Advertising Vacancies

By Russ Cowley Friday, June 2, 2023
Let’s talk about California’s fair housing laws. It’s astonishing how easy it is for Pleasanton landlords to make mistakes when they’re advertising vacancies. First, we’ll talk to you about the actual law and some best practices around that law. Then...
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Blog Post What Do Landlords Need to Know About Security Deposits?

What Do Landlords Need to Know About Security Deposits?

By Russ Cowley Tuesday, May 30, 2023
When someone rents a place to live, they usually have to pay a security deposit. This is something that protects your rentals, and it is important to understand how they work as a landlord. But did you know that only 41% of renters expect to get their security deposit back?Landlo...
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Blog Post Who Should Sign a Lease Agreement for a Pleasanton Rental Property?

Who Should Sign a Lease Agreement for a Pleasanton Rental Property?

By Russ Cowley Wednesday, May 24, 2023
When residents have been approved for your property and they’re ready to move in, you’ll need to create and execute a lease agreement. The lease is a contract that states what the responsibilities are for the landlord and the residents, and what the expectations are f...
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Blog Post Why Hire a Property Management Service?

Why Hire a Property Management Service?

By Russ Cowley Tuesday, May 23, 2023
While it might seem like some faceless corporation owns every rental property, the reality is a lot more complicated. While corporate owners are common, individual investors control a little over 70 percent of all rental units.Of course, owning a rental unit and being a good land...
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Blog Post California Rent Control & Pleasanton Property Management

California Rent Control & Pleasanton Property Management

By Russ Cowley Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Let’s imagine you’re preparing to invest in a Pleasanton rental property. You’ll need to think about all the details that every investor in every part of the country has to think about: Will you earn enough rent? Will you find high quality residents willing to r...
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Blog Post The Pros and Cons of Allowing Pets in a Rental Property

The Pros and Cons of Allowing Pets in a Rental Property

By Russ Cowley Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Reportedly, 78% of apartment buildings allow pets. But that doesn't mean that you have to do what all the other landlords are doing.There are a lot of ways that you can benefit from allowing pets in your rental properties. But allowing pets can also set you up for failure in ...
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Blog Post The Importance of Tenant Screening

The Importance of Tenant Screening

By Russ Cowley Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Tenant turnover can cost anywhere from $1000 to $5000. These costs cover everything from cleaning a vacant apartment to marketing the property to secure a new tenant.What can you do to lower tenant turnover and lower expenses? It's time to start leasing to more reliable tenan...
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Blog Post Renovations that Add Appeal & Value to a Rental Property in Pleasanton, CA

Renovations that Add Appeal & Value to a Rental Property in Pleasanton, CA

By Russ Cowley Monday, April 24, 2023
If you’re thinking about investing in some renovations and upgrades that will add appeal and value to your Pleasanton rental property, where should you start? We have some ideas. This is an important part of attracting the right tenant. When you want to find a hig...
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Blog Post Why You Shouldn't Use a Real Estate Agent To Manage Your Rental Property

Why You Shouldn't Use a Real Estate Agent To Manage Your Rental Property

By Russ Cowley Wednesday, April 12, 2023
A person holding a California real estate license is allowed to represent third-parties in real estate transactions. Even though the real estate license entitles a licensee to perform both sales and leasing/management functions, these two areas of real estate couldn’t be mo...
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