Property Management Blog

By Robert MacGuire - Saturday, October 14, 2023

The Important California Security Deposit Laws

A security deposit is normally 1-2 month's rent, but it can vary from place to place. Following the California security deposit laws, a landlord has twenty-one days to return the money to a tenant or write out an itemized statement. Before finalizing rental security depo...

By Robert MacGuire - Saturday, October 7, 2023

San Diego Properties: 3 Creative Real Estate Investing Tips

According to data, 30% of American families' total wealth comes from real estate. Investing in real estate is a great way to prepare your finances for the future and increase passive income. But how do you stand out from other investors in San Diego real estate? What are the ...

By Robert MacGuire - Thursday, September 28, 2023

The Importance of Rental Property Inspections in San Diego

Under California law, landlords must keep their properties in a habitable condition according to set standards. If they don't comply with this, a tenant can sue for damages and costs.The best way to ensure you stay in line with these regulations is by conducting regular renta...

By Robert MacGuire - Thursday, September 21, 2023

3 Things to Know About Landlord Rescue in San Diego

Even though real estate is seen as the best way of building and keeping wealth, only around 12% of American adults follow through by investing. Most savers invest in stock or long-term savings options because these options are incrementally cheaper than real estate.So when you do...

By Robert MacGuire - Thursday, September 14, 2023

5 Tips for Finding Homes for Rent in San Diego, CA

You've taken a cursory look at Google and, thus far, you haven't found rental homes that quite satisfy your needs. That's why you're reading this article: you need help finding homes for rent in San Diego, CA.Fortunately, we can assist you with that task. Below, w...

By Robert MacGuire - Thursday, September 7, 2023

Maintenance Coordination for San Diego Property Managers: An Overview

If you don't have a maintenance coordination service, passive income doesn't seem so passive. When you bought your rental property, you probably thought about relaxing and raking in income. You were supposed to be semi-retired, not fixing a plumbing issue at 8 am on a Tue...

By Robert MacGuire - Sunday, August 27, 2023

The Importance of Security Deposits in San Diego

Did you know that over 36% of households in America rent their residences and that this figure is continuing to grow? More people flooding the renting market means more opportunities for landlords. It also means that it's more important to protect yourself against bad renters...

By Robert MacGuire - Sunday, August 20, 2023

Rent Collection: What to Do If Your Tenants Don't Pay

Here's a scenario that keeps landlords awake at night: It's the first of the month and rent is due. But there's nothing. No check, no wire transfer, no payment notification.Rent collection can sometimes turn into a nightmare. What do you do when the rent payments stop...

By Robert MacGuire - Sunday, August 13, 2023

Should I Allow Pets in a Rental Property in San Diego?

Imagine unlocking a broader tenant base, potentially higher rental rates, and increased tenant stability in sunny San Diego. Sound appealing?These are just some of the potential benefits of allowing pets in your rental property. Join us in this guide as we delve into the pros and...

By Robert MacGuire - Sunday, August 6, 2023

A San Diego Landlord's Guide to Evictions

Did you know that for San Diego landlords, one of the most stress-inducing tasks isn't the maintenance or the rent collection but evictions? This guide aims to help landlords overcome that fear by demystifying the process of evictions.We'll arm you with useful tips and in...