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What Impacts the Full Return of a Security Deposit? | Long Beach Landlord Education
Collecting security deposits for a rental property is an essential process as the deposit covers the cost of damage done to the property by the tenant. The State of California decides the amount to charge as a security deposit. It also requires the leasing parties to...
Is Renting to Your Relatives A Good Idea? | Professional Long Beach Property Management Advice
Renting to your relatives is never a good idea, especially if you value the relationship you have with them. Part of your job as a landlord is to hold tenants accountable for paying rent on time, maintaining the property, and following the terms of the lease...
Should You Require Renters Insurance for Your Irvine Investment Property?
Renters insurance has grown in popularity, and there are several good reasons for that: It’s cheap for your residents. It provides a lot of protection for tenants. It helps you protect your asset. We recommend that owners require renters insurance in their lease...
What Are the Best Ways to Collect Rent From Your Long Beach, CA Tenants?
To collect rent consistently and on time, you need to offer your Long Beach tenants multiple ways to pay. Most people today are comfortable paying for goods and services online, and they prefer that method of payment for its ease and convenience. But, not everyone is...
What Types of Upgrades Do Tenants Want in an Irvine Rental Property?
Tenants are more educated than ever about the Irvine rental market, competing properties, and market-driven rental values. They know what they want in a rental property, and they have high expectations. If you want to attract the best tenants, reduce your rental’s...
Is Rental Income the Only Way to Make Money on Your Long Beach Investment Property?
It’s easy to think about your recurring rental income as the money-making part of your Long Beach real estate investment. That rent goes towards your mortgage payment, your insurance, taxes, HOA fees, and any other expenses that come with owning a rental home. You’re...
How Much Notice Should You Give a Tenant before Entering Your Property?
Tenants have a right to privacy and quiet enjoyment. In California, landlords aren’t permitted to show up at a home and demand to be let in. You’ll need a reason to be there, and you’ll need to have provided a reasonable amount of notice. There has been some...
How to Handle Tenant – Neighbor Disputes in Long Beach, CA?
Managing disputes and conflicts often comes with the territory when you’re renting out a home in Long Beach. You may have tenants who are displeased about maintenance taking too long. There might be arguments over the security deposit. Maybe you’ll have to threaten...
What To Do When Your Irvine Home Isn’t Renting
The rental property owners in Irvine, CA, often experience prolonged vacancies despite their property being in good condition and located in one of the best neighborhoods in Irvine. It makes them wonder what else they can do to get the property rented quickly. If that...
What Does A Good Lease Agreement Include? | Long Beach Property Management 101
A good lease agreement is a prerequisite to a successful tenancy. However, do you know what exactly do good lease agreements include? At HCM Property Management, we believe that a well-drafted lease should be more than a basic set of rules and conditions. Instead, it...
Mistakes Irvine Landlords Should Avoid with Rental Properties
Buying a rental property in Irvine, CA, demands a significant investment of time and money, and any mistakes or erroneous decisions can result in severe financial and mental distress. While we often talk about things you should do to build a successful rental...
Dangers of a Vacant Property in Long Beach?
As a rental property owner, you are probably no stranger to the occasional vacancy in your Long Beach rental. There can be short and long vacancies while finding new tenants, making it rent-ready, and turning over the rental. However, if it stays vacant for too long,...
Irvine Property Management Fees Explained
Many Irvine landlords think they can save on property management fees by self-managing their rentals. However, they often end up facing costlier problems like more extended vacancies, lack of maintenance, and legal penalties. In our experience, that is why it is...
How Long Will it Take to Rent My Home in Long Beach, CA?
Empty rental properties can be a substantial financial burden, especially when you're solely dependent on the rental income that you earn from it. Moreover, you need to bear the maintenance costs, spend on marketing the unit to attract tenants, and deal with other...
How Do You Choose an Irvine Property Management Company?
Choosing a property management company in a fast-paced and competitive real estate market like Irvine requires immense research and analysis. It can be an overwhelming experience because you don't want to make an ill-informed decision and entrust an inefficient...
Will Charging a Higher Monthly Rent Mean More Income for You?
It seems like charging more in rent will immediately lead to more income for rental property owners. Sometimes, it works out this way. But not always. You should absolutely charge more rent if the market supports an increase. If it doesn’t, however, asking for...
When Can You Expect to Break Even or See ROI for Your Long Beach Real Estate Investment?
Most investors buy rental properties because they want to earn money. They expect to earn cash flow in the short term through consistent rental income and they expect to earn long term ROI as their property increases in value. You need to realize that to really earn...
Warning Signs That A Rental is Not a Good Long Beach Property Investment
Your investment goals will drive the type of Long Beach investment property that’s right for you. As you’re looking for your next acquisition (or your first), make sure you’re checking off the boxes that you need to enjoy a successful investment experience. In a...
Orange County Rental Market Update 2021 | Irvine Property Management Review
The rental market in Orange County at the end of 2021 is hot. Rents are high, and there’s a large demand for well-maintained rental homes. This is good news for property owners and investors, and an excellent reason to consider buying an investment property in Irvine...
Long Beach Rental Market Update 2022
The Long Beach rental market finished 2021 strong and halfway into 2022 has remained so. We expect only more growth and additional opportunities for investors and landlords in the coming months. If you’re renting out a property or properties now, you can expect higher...
When Investing in Real Estate, You Need a Budget | A Long Beach Property Management How-To
When you’re preparing to invest in Long Beach rental homes, you’ll need a financial plan that examines where you are, what you expect to earn, and what you’ll need to spend. A good plan will compare your available funds with the anticipated cost of acquiring and...
What Can Irvine Property Managers Pay for with a Tenant’s Security Deposit?
A security deposit is collected before a lease term to protect property owners in the event that there’s damage to the property or the tenants’ don’t fulfill the terms of their lease agreement. Irvine landlords and property managers hold the deposit throughout the...
What to Do If the Security Deposit Doesn’t Cover Tenant Damage? | Irvine Property Management
California security deposit law limits what you can collect when a tenant is moving into your Irvine rental property. Usually, if you’ve done some good tenant screening and you’ve maintained an excellent professional relationship with your residents, you can count on...
Wear & Tear in an Irvine Rental Property; What’s Considered Normal?
Defining wear and tear isn’t always easy. You might look at a warped cabinet or a door that doesn’t close properly and think it’s damage that was caused by your Irvine tenant. But your tenant may consider those same issues simple wear and tear since nothing was done...
Are You Ready to Be a Landlord? Long Beach Property Management Q&A
Renting out a Long Beach property can be an outstanding opportunity for anyone who wants to earn some consistent rental income while their asset grows in value. But, you have to do one of two things in order to have a successful experience. Either you have to be sure...
Emotional Support Animals in Your Rental Property? | Long Beach Property Management
Perhaps an existing tenant or an applicant has informed you that they have an emotional support animal. Do you know how to respond and what this means for your Long Beach rental property? It’s an area of the law that’s still confusing to many people, even experienced...
Is Landlord Insurance All You Need to Fully Cover Your Irvine Rental Property?
To completely protect your Irvine investment property, landlord insurance is a good starting point. However, you want as much protection as possible, so make sure you’re not simply looking for coverage that meets the minimum standards. You need to make sure you’re...
How to Be a Good Renter in a Long Beach Rental Property
Today we’re talking to tenants, specifically to tenants who would like to have a great rental experience and enjoy a good relationship with their landlords or property managers. How can you work with the people you’re renting from to ensure you can stay in the home as...
How to Be a Good Property Manager in Irvine, CA
Being a good property manager is an excellent way to earn more with your investment property because you’ll retain tenants for longer periods of time and avoid expensive vacancies and turnover costs. Whether you’re a new landlord or an experienced landlord who has...
Fair Housing & Landlord Tenant Law in Long Beach, CA: Protecting Yourself and Your Asset
Providing an equal housing opportunity to all of your potential applicants is one of your responsibilities as a landlord. You need to establish and share your qualifying rental criteria so everyone knows what’s required to be approved. Then, you need to accept and...
What Landlords Need to Consider About Swimming Pools | Irvine Real Estate Investing
Property investors looking for rental homes in Irvine are likely to stay away from those with swimming pools. Not only do they increase your insurance premiums and your liability, they can also be expensive to maintain. However, tenants tend to like them, and you can usually earn higher rents with pools, so there are plenty of good reasons to rent out a home with a private swimming pool.
Does Professional Long Beach Property Management Cost More than DIY Management?
Managing your own Long Beach rental property may seem like an attractive option. You get to maintain complete control over your investment and how it’s leased, managed, and maintained. You might also think you’re saving money since you’re not paying a management fee. ...
Should I Rent Or Sell My House? | Irvine Rental Market
The Irvine rental market is pretty strong right now. There’s a higher demand for good rental housing than there is supply, which means property owners are able to charge higher rents and be more selective when it comes to choosing tenants. It’s an excellent time to be renting out a well-maintained home in a desirable neighborhood.
How to Find A Good Renter | Long Beach Property Management
For Long Beach rental property owners, tenants are customers. They’re paying rent on time every month, helping you take care of your asset, and fulfilling the requirements of the lease agreement you both signed. At least that’s what good tenants are doing. How can you find a renter who performs the way you expect and need?
Landlord-Friendly Home Improvements To Tackle
Many people live in rental apartments, and even though this is considered your living space, the property is not yours. It is very rare that people rent an empty apartment and fill it with their things. Whatever furniture and other home elements are inside, they...
What is the Fair Market Rent Value of My Irvine Investment Property?
Renting out an Irvine investment property requires reliable rental data and a good understanding of the local market. Before you can list your home, advertise its availability, and find a tenant, you must establish the fair market rental value for that home. This is how prospective tenants will decide whether they want to see it or apply for it.
Top 10 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Long Beach Property Manager
Quite a bit of research, due diligence, and interviewing are necessary when you’re looking for a Long Beach property management company to lease, manage, and maintain your investment properties. We know this process can be overwhelming, but it’s worth your time and effort. You want to be sure you’re choosing the best property management partner.
Pandemic Impacts on Tenant Relations; What Irvine Property Managers Can Do
Dealing with tenants under normal circumstances can sometimes be challenging for owners and property managers in Irvine. During times of high stress like the Covid-19 pandemic, things can quickly become even more frustrating.
How to Handle Maintenance in Your Long Beach Investment Property
Maintaining your Long Beach rental property is your responsibility as a landlord, and it’s also an important part of investing successfully. Well-maintained homes always rent for more than those that are deteriorating and showing signs of age. Protect the condition of your asset by paying attention to routine and preventative maintenance.
Handling Rental Property Inspections the Right Way | Irvine Property Management Best Practice
Rental property inspections are the best tool you have to protect the condition of your investment home and ensure your tenants are following the terms of your lease. Inspections also allow you to check for deferred and unreported damage, which can get expensive if not taken care of right away.
Keeping Calm When Your Home Becomes Your Long Beach Investment Property
Renting out a home that you grew up in or recently lived in can be extremely emotional. You might feel an attachment to the house that makes you very uncomfortable with the idea of perfect strangers living there now.
Marijuana in Your Rental Property in Irvine, CA – What are the Laws?
Marijuana is now legal in California, but it’s still considered an illegal drug on the federal level, and this is throwing some rental property owners into turmoil.
When Good Tenants Don’t Pay Rent | What’s an Irvine Property Manager to Do?
Bad tenants are a problem not only for you, but also for your property. There are a lot of reckless people out there who are willing to take advantage of rental property owners. They don’t pay rent on time and sometimes they don’t pay at all. They don’t take care of the property. Sometimes, they violate the lease agreement, moving in unauthorized pets and people or smoking marijuana inside the home despite your lease agreement prohibiting it.
When Is It Time to Change Your Property Manager in Irvine? | Orange County Landlord Advice
Choosing a property management company in Irvine or anywhere in Orange County can be overwhelming, and once you have a property manager, changing companies can seem almost impossible.
How Long Beach Property Managers Help Real Estate Investors Maximize ROI
Here’s how Long Beach property managers help investors like you grow their portfolios and maximize what they earn on their rental properties.
How Do I Manage My Rental Property If I Don’t Live Nearby? | Long Beach Property Management Expertise
Professional Long Beach property management is something we recommend for all rental property owners and investors. It’s especially critical for out-of-state and non-local landlords. If you own a home here in the Long Beach rental market but you don’t live nearby, you need a local expert to seamlessly handle the leasing, management, and maintenance of that home. You need a reliable contact for tenants and a qualified team of professionals who stay up to date on the constantly shifting laws and requirements.
Full Painting Vs. Touch Up
No one likes to spend money where they don’t have to, but today we want to discuss the pros and cons of doing a full painting vs.touch up painting on your rental property turnover. Here are a few items to consider: 1. More Rental Applications Potential new tenants...
Why You Should Do Regular Property Inspections on Your Los Angeles Rental
You made it through the difficult task of marketing your property, locating a good tenant, completing the background investigation, and moving them into your Los Angeles or Orange County rental property.
Should I Get A Home Warranty On My Los Angeles Rental Property?
Obtaining a home warranty on your Los Angeles or Orange County rental property may seem like a good idea to protect you from potentially high repair costs.
How California’s New Rent Control Law Affects Los Angeles Area Property Owners
As you may be aware, California has a new Rent Control Law titled AB-1482. It’s called the Tenant Protection Act of 2019. In the past, rent control restrictions had been isolated to specific cities or communities, but the new law affects ALL of California. So, if you own a rental property in Los Angeles or Orange County, there are a few key details you will need to be aware of to be in compliance with the new law. Also, the new law will generally not override municipalities that have existing rent control provisions.
Do You Know the Top 3 Pricing Questions to Ask an Irvine Property Management Company?
Not all Irvine property management companies offer the same services for the same price, and that can make comparison shopping hard. It’s important to be sure you’re asking the right questions when you gather information on different property management companies....
What Does a Good Professional Property Management Company In Irvine Do?
Rental management might seem a bit mysterious if you’re not familiar with the field, so today we are sharing a bit about what a property manager actually does. In summary, we are acting on your behalf to market your property and manage your tenants to maximize the...
Tenant Screening 101: How to Get the Best Tenant for Your Irvine Rental Property
One of the most important topics in Irvine property management is finding a great tenant. Conducting a tenant background check includes five key elements: credit, backgr ound, income, assets, and rental history. Credit Reports Not all credit reports are created equal....
The Benefits of Working with HCM Property Management in Irvine, CA
We are talking to you today about why some of our current clients have chosen to work with us. HCM Property Management can most effectively help you increase the near and long term value of your investment property and maximize your returns. There are three ways that...
The Core Tenant Responsibilities Every Landlord Should Know
When considering property maintenance, we usually think of those responsibilities: fixing or replacing broken appliances, changing locks and performing major repairs. However, some tasks don’t necessarily always fall to property management. Your tenants also have...
7 Budget-Friendly Ways to Enhance Your Rental Property
If you are strapped for cash, time or both, it can be difficult to get your property rent-ready. Here are 7 ways to freshen up your rental and get it rented quickly. 7 Budget-Friendly Ways to Enhance Your Rental Property Start With Curb Appeal What does the outside of...
3 Tips to Transform Your Tenants From Uninterested Residents to Lively Customers
What is the best way to maximize revenue for a rental property? One key element would be reducing vacancies. Raising rents is important, but consider that one month’s worth of vacancy equals 8% of your revenue per year. You stand to lose much more in vacancy over the...
4 Vacation Rental Policies to Boost Bookings & Maximize Profits
4 Vacation Rental Policies to Boost Bookings & Maximize Profits You should treat your vacation home just like you do a business—income has to be equal to or greater than expenses. Here are a few ideas you might want to consider making to your reservation policies...
Tips to Painlessly Switch Property Management Companies
Here are a few key points you should follow if you are going to hire a new property management company. 5 Steps to Changing Property Management Companies 1. Make a Wish List Before making a change, write down everything you currently like and dislike about the...
Professional Property Management: Why Use Them and How to Empower Them?
Are you getting the most out of your property management company? It’s surprising the number of investors/landlords who don’t take full advantage of the services, resources and skills that their property management company provide. Wise investors empower their...
What You Need To Know About Investing In A Rental Property
There are a lot of ways to invest in real estate. A great way for building serious wealth in this world is through investing in rental property. This post will take a look at why rental properties can be such a powerful investment tool and how you can begin investing...
Pros & Cons of Single Family Rental Properties
Single family properties are great rental properties, but like anything else they have both pros and cons. Here is a list of both. Single Family Rental Property Pros Usually there are fewer expenses. Tenants tend to be responsible for yard maintenance and all...
Why a Great Property Manager is More Important Than a Great Property
Investing Is Not Easy Investing in a piece of real estate can be an exhausting task. You have several variables to pay attention to, lots of math to do, and your financial future rides on the efficacy of every decision you make as part of that process. Once you have...
7 Common Elements Tenants Seek Out in a Prospective Rental
All tenants have differing wants, needs and desires. These wants, needs and desires translate into the type and location of properties they wish to live in. It is essential for a landlord to understand what is important to prospective tenants. Here is a list of common...
10 Popular Rental Property Tax Write-Offs
Here are some of the most important deductions you could benefit from: 1. Interest on Your Rental-Related Loans. It’s important to make the distinction between principal and interest. You cannot deduct the amount of the loan (the principal), but you can deduct the...
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