Property Management News

Summer heat doesn’t have to mean high energy costs, with energy-efficient options available, there are ways landlords and renters alike can ensure comfortable temperatures indoors while keeping the bills low. Summer is finally here, and for many of us, that means vacations, trips to the beach, and backyard barbecues. However, with summer also comes higher energy bills. With temperatures on the rise in the summer months, maintaining a comfortable temperature inside your home often comes at a price. After all, air conditioning isn’t cheap. Fortunately, there are some easy ways you can cut down on your energy usage this summer and trim down on your cooling costs without having to suffer... Read more
Between heat waves and drought conditions at your rental property, there is a lot to think about beyond the traditional summer maintenance plans. If your properties...
Keep your residents safe by ensuring your pool is ready for summer fun and will be safe and clean for the hot weather. From standard pool safety to-dos like...
Vacancy is more than just an inconvenience—it’s one of the biggest drains on your rental income. Every day a rental property sits empty, you’re losing money,...
Exterior Elevated Element (EEE) inspections are a vital part of keeping California multi-family buildings safe and compliant under SB721 (for apartments) and SB326 (for...

College rental season is just around the corner. To ensure you get the best ROI possible for your portfolio, if you are a landlord or property manager in a college town, don’t forget to put these four helpful tasks on your list of to-dos this summer. School may be out for the summer, but the work is just beginning for landlords and property managers with rentals that attract college students. Landlords and managers who are experienced with the college rental season already know that now is the time to tackle turnover and key updates to the property, but there are other items that should be on your to-do list before students are again seeking out new leases. Summer may have just... Read more
Managing multifamily property warm-weather amenities involves more than dumping the occasional bag of chlorine in the swimming pool. “Managing summertime amenities...
Want your upcoming balcony inspection to go smoothly? Whether you’re a property manager, HOA board member, or landlord, preparation is key to ensuring the process is...
Maybe it starts with a single complaint about loud footsteps upstairs. Then it’s the TV next door. Before long, you’re stuck managing a full-blown neighbor dispute...
When managing a rental property, one of the most practical decisions landlords face is which appliances to include. While it may seem like a simple checklist, the choice...