Property Management Blog

By Robert MacGuire - Sunday, July 23, 2023

What to Do If You Become an Accidental Landlord

Finding yourself unexpectedly in possession of a vacant property?As an accidental landlord, managing a new rental property is a daunting task. There are taxes to pay, regulations to follow, renovations to take care of - and on top of that, tenants to find.Don't panic. That...

By Robert MacGuire - Sunday, July 16, 2023

The Cost Benefits of Tenant Placement Services

Is property management worth the price of admission?All landlords ask themselves the same thing. Many end up making the wrong choice and managing their tenants and properties themselves.Only to stumble and find they're out of their depth.Read on to learn whether tenant placem...

By Robert MacGuire - Sunday, July 9, 2023

How to Manage Rental Properties in San Diego

People love living in San Diego, perhaps more than any other city in California. After all, this is the location of Spain's first permanent settlement during its colonization of the Americas.The reason people decide to live in this beachside town is self-explanatory: wonderfu...

By Robert MacGuire - Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Becoming a Section 8 Landlord: Everything You Should Know

The United States sees more than 2,600 new renters daily. That's a new renter every 32 seconds.Since 1974, the U.S. Government has assisted low-income families through Section 8 housing. This program enables low-income individuals and families to occupy rental units through a...

By Robert MacGuire - Tuesday, June 20, 2023

A Basic Guide to Real Estate Investment Rental Analysis

Picture this: You've just purchased a promising investment property in San Diego and you're excited about the potential income it can generate. But how can you be sure you're maximizing your returns and not leaving money on the table? The answer lies in a thorough ren...

By Robert MacGuire - Tuesday, June 13, 2023

4 Benefits of Investing in a Professional Leasing Management Company for Residential Real Estate

The average tenant in a single-family rental home in the United States stays for approximately three years. This means a long-term relationship between you and the leasing management company you hire.When you own one or more investment properties, managing it can take a lot of ti...

By Robert MacGuire - Tuesday, June 6, 2023

What Makes a Good Property Management Company?

In the United States, on average, real estate investors own or manage more than two rental properties. However, owning more than one investment property means much more work for you as a landlord.This is when hiring a property management company can help save the day. A property ...

By Robert MacGuire - Tuesday, May 30, 2023

How to Screen Tenants: The Basics Explained

Did you know that landlords file around 3.6 million eviction cases nationwide?No one benefits from an eviction: they're messy, costly, and an action of last resort. However, they can be an unfortunate aspect of working as a landlord, especially if you neglect the tenant scree...

By Robert MacGuire - Tuesday, May 23, 2023

What Should You Do if Your Tenant Can't Pay Rent on Time?

As a landlord, you understand that sometimes your tenants can't pay rent. It's not an ideal situation for anyone involved. A tenant doesn't want to lose their home, and a landlord doesn't want to make anyone homeless.However, sometimes you'll have to act again...

By Robert MacGuire - Tuesday, May 16, 2023

This Is How to Be a Good Landlord in San Diego

Landlords have been getting a bad rep lately, which may have inspired you to be the best you can be. Even if you're dealing with unruly tenants, there are several ways to maintain a professional and efficient relationship with them.Whether you're new or experienced, find ...