If you own rental property in Carlsbad, Encinitas, Vista, Oceanside, San Marcos, or anywhere in North County San Diego, understanding California’s walk-through inspection law is essential. Many
California is unusual: there’s no statute that says “you can charge X dollars for late rent.” Instead, late fees fall under the liquidated damages doctrine in Civil Code §1671, a fee is enforceable
If your tenant has stopped paying, stopped responding, and you suspect they’ve left, there’s a specific legal process in California for declaring abandonment, and skipping it can cost you. The Notice
Many landlords swear by a particular investment strategy or a specific kind of property that has done well for them. There are many ways to make a real estate investment portfolio effective, but all
It can be a real rush when you realize your property investment portfolio is taking off. Maybe you've got four or five properties that are all turning a profit—or are on track to do so. Perhaps
After the first rental property purchase or two—or perhaps after turning your former residence into a rental—many landlords realize they would like to grow their real estate investment portfolio. As
As you've developed as a landlord, you have likely found some tips and tricks that work for you. You've gotten to know insider knowledge that makes being a landlord in your local area easier. What is
There is one topic (among many) that is often a point of contention between landlords and tenants: renters’ insurance. Ostensibly, this type of coverage is right for both landlords and renters. It is
