Property Management Blog

By Robert MacGuire - Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Understanding Square Footage in Homes: How Big Is It?

It's important to know the specific size of the livable space in a home, especially if you intend to bring your own belongings and furnishings. On a smaller scale, it might be easy to visualize what a square foot looks like, but in terms of floor space, it's much harder t...

By Robert MacGuire - Sunday, September 14, 2025

Tips on How You Can Plan for Rental Property Vacancy Periods

Hoping for the best and expecting the worst is not just a philosophical outlook. It also applies to business—being prepared for times when cash flow might be negatively impacted. In the rental industry, this can be prompted by vacancies.Even after doing your due diligence, ...

By Robert MacGuire - Thursday, August 14, 2025

Is Your Rental Business Losing Income? Here Are Potential Reasons Why

Real estate investors are well aware that rental properties can be a substantial source of income, which is why they remain one of the most significant ventures today. However, property management responsibilities are not easy, and anything short of efficiency can lead to fi...

By Robert MacGuire - Monday, July 14, 2025

A San Diego Landlord’s Guide to Tenant Relations

Never underestimate the importance of having a healthy relationship with your tenants. It can be the deciding factor whether they are compliant with lease rules or not, which is the foundation of a successful rental business. Learning how to foster a positive landlord-tenant rela...

By Robert MacGuire - Saturday, June 14, 2025

2025 California Landlord-Tenant Laws: Everything You Should Know

Legislators are always coming up with new landlord-tenant laws that would protect tenants and property owners in the rental housing industry, and it is a landlord's responsibility to stay up-to-date to safeguard their real estate investments. 2025 has brought on new laws and ...

By Robert MacGuire - Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Security Measures to Add to Your San Diego Rental Property: The Ultimate Guide for Landlords

Investing in good security measures protects your rental property, but also provides peace of mind for everyone who lives in it. As your first and sometimes only line of defense, you need a robust security system to avoid various dangers. From basic to advanced protection, here a...

By Robert MacGuire - Monday, April 14, 2025

How to Find Off-Market Properties in San Diego

Finding real estate investment opportunities through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is easier since there are dedicated platforms for it. However, some real estate investors opt for off-market listings for a plethora of reasons.About 10% of home sales are off-market deals as ...

By Robert MacGuire - Friday, March 14, 2025

Must-Have Amenities for San Diego Tenants in Today’s Market

Rental property amenities are among tenants' most significant deciding factors when looking for rental units. One particular amenity can be the deciding factor, and not having it puts you at a disadvantage compared to your competitors. Knowing what amenities renters want can ...

By Robert MacGuire - Friday, February 14, 2025

Are San Diego Multifamily Rental Properties Harder to Manage?

Multifamily properties are among the most profitable rental businesses out there given that you'll be collecting rent from more than one unit, but that's also what might make it harder to operate. You will have to oversee more than one tenant, so would it be harder, and w...

By Robert MacGuire - Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Which Insurance Policies Are Important in the Rental Business?

Insurance is essential in many situations since it protects you from unforeseen circumstances. The same can be said for rental property insurance, and there are many variations you need to consider as a landlord. Each insurance policy comes with different coverages appropriate fo...