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We all know there are risks to having a vacant property, and there are a whole host of “bad actors”, from scammers to vandals, that pose a threat to your property’s well-being. Other times, bad things just happen to your property seemingly on their own. Regardle... read more >>

There are two kinds of risks faced by a vacant property. First, there are the bad things that people do to it, and then there are the bad things that just happen. Here, we’ll talk about bad things people do on a vacant property and give you a few tips on what you can do abo... read more >>

Imagine if you will, you hired a professional property management company to manage your property. Your management company has its screening process. That’s part of why you hired them. However, before you sign off on the lease, you want to do your extra due diligence a... read more >>

As part of our Community Matters series, we’re always looking for new ways to give back to the community, and there’s no better example of people making a difference than the annual Christmas Store right here in Long Beach, CA put on by New Image Emergency Shelter for... read more >>

Downtown Long Beach is an especially great place to be during the holiday season. Unfortunately, every year there is a significant increase in break-ins and petty crime in our condominium and apartment communities. Here are five things you can do to reduce crime.Don’t let p... read more >>

As a rental property owner, what are your responsibilities regarding safety concerns? In California, as a landlord, you have an absolute duty to ensure you are providing safe and habitable housing for your tenants. Can you guarantee that nothing will ever go wrong? Of course not,... read more >>

Imagine, if you will, you want to sell your home. You want to get as much as you can, and you don’t want risk it sitting on the market forever. You talk with your Realtor® and they discuss the importance of pricing, professional photography and even video. You can&rsquo... read more >>

One of the most common questions we are asked by property owners is whether should they rent their place furnished. This typically comes from the owner of a condominium or house who wants to convert their former residence or second home into a rental property. However, sometimes ... read more >>

Setting the appropriate rental rate when renting your Southern Californian property can be complicated and a little confusing but it’s critical to your success as a landlord. Setting the right rent rate significantly affects your ability to find high-quality renters and the... read more >>

Hi, I’m Mike Dunfee – the 2022 and 23 President of the Long Beach Orange County Chapter including the South Bay Chapter of NARPM, which stands for the National Association of Residential Property Managers.If you are a residential property manager, you may be asking yo... read more >>