Disaster preparedness is essential to managing rental properties, especially in regions like Orange County, where natural disasters such as earthquakes and wildfires are prevalent. The consequences of being unprepared can be devastating, affecting the physical property and the safety and well-being of tenants. Rental property managers are there to make sure properties are ready to […]
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Top Five Mistakes Owners Make In Property Management
This article was published in Forbes on June 27th, 2024 by David Crown After being in the business for over 30 years, I’ve seen owners and their property management companies make just about every mistake in the book; I’ve even made half of them myself. Anyone who has experience with management understands just how hard […]
How Smart Home Technologies Can Improve Your Rental Property
Smart tech is revolutionizing the way we live, offering convenience, security, and efficiency at our fingertips. As a rental property owner in Los Angeles, California, incorporating these innovations can significantly enhance your property’s appeal and functionality. Not only do these technologies attract tech-savvy tenants, but they also provide practical benefits that make managing your property […]
The Pros And Cons Of Artificial Intelligence In Property Management
Originally Published in Forbes on May 23rd, 2024 by David Crown I was in a meeting with our team leaders this week when someone mentioned that we were bringing back an old weekly newsletter that promotes and celebrates one employee whose work stood out during the week. The last author of the newsletter was one […]
Why Your Property Manager Should Be Your First Port of Call When Something Goes Wrong With Your Property
There can be many downsides to renting, but one of the major upsides is that, if something goes wrong, it’s usually your property manager who will be responsible for resolving it. This means that if a pipe bursts, this isn’t something you need to spend time or money resolving. There are many occasions when […]
7 Tips for Low Maintenance Yards At Rental Properties
There’s nothing passive about owning rental property, but that doesn’t mean you want to spend all your time and money maintaining the yards. Luckily, the mild climate of metro Los Angeles allows you to create a set-it-and-forget-it kind of yard. We’re talking about a yard that will look good and attract renters without giving […]
