Sacramento Property Management

Hold the mirror up to your property and repeat this not-so-famous mantra: it’s what’s on the inside and outside that counts. Does your rental need even a small makeover? Make a positive first impression on applicants by getting your entire property rent-ready before putting up the “For Rent” sign. Here are a few tips from Elk Grove property management experts at Real Property Management SAC-METRO. Look at the Outside First Stand at the curb and evaluate your property. What would you think if you were driving by to consider living here? Honestly evaluate problems that may make your rental less appealing. A little landscaping and yard cleanup can go a long way. What catches your eye first? Focus on that. If applicants drive away, they’ll never see all the work you did on the inside of the home. Don’t Forget Safety and Security You thought our next tip would be about the inside right? Safety and security issues can catch anyone off guard. Eliminate concerns by re-keying ...

Tenant turnover. It’s a necessary evil of property management in Roseville, CA . Your profit margin would be happier if it just went away since turnover often means vacancies with no cash flow, rent-ready maintenance work, and increased advertising costs. Since wishing this costly time away or pretending it doesn’t exist won’t help, the focus should instead be on reducing it as much as possible. Industry experts at Real Property Management SAC-METRO recommend adding three step your plan for property management. Roseville, CA landlords who implement these, or delegate them to professionals, reduce the length and cost of vacancies. Advertise Strategically Build a big pool of applicants by aggressively advertising in the right places. Where do the type of tenants you want go for their information? What are the local hot-spots for rental listings? Be there and everywhere else to attract the most applicants possible. More options help you make a better choice. Carefully Scre...

If the sun rises and sets on your property, you will have maintenance needs. Time itself threatens the current condition of your property, not to mention people living in it and using it every day. But accepting the fact that Sacramento rental property management includes routine maintenance and repairs does not mean accepting high cost for them. Industry leading experts at Real Property Management SAC-METRO share three tips for keeping maintenance costs in check. 1.       Plan for the Future : Setting aside funds for future maintenance needs is good business and reduces dependence on high-interest credit cards. Budget for known costs to keep the price of them down. 2.       Learn the Laws: Some repairs require a licensed professional. Some states require landlords to notify tenants before entering a home unless it’s for a maintenance emergency. Learning the applicable regulation will help you comply and avoid costly fines. 3...

If you banned pets from your rental property to save money, Real Property Management SAC-METRO would like to be the first of all Sacramento property management companies to speak for four-legged friends - and your wallet. Both could benefit from a more open policy. Here’s why allowing pets can actually increase your income: 1.       Pets are family. Some people feel their pets are members of the family. Their rental decisions, then, are based in large part on pet policies of different Sacramento property management companies and homeowners. 2.       Most people have or want pets. According to the American Veterinary Association, 1 in every 2 people who rents has pets. About 35% of those respondents reported that they would own a pet if their lease agreement permitted it. 3.       People are willing to pay. Many pet owners are willing to pay a higher rent rate to cover insurance and pet premiums for th...

How much in life would we start if we knew how much work it was going to be? If you put up the “For Rent” sign and started down the potentially profitable path of renting out your home, that is something to celebrate! It may be more involved, time-consuming, and legally delicate than you may think, however. So along with our toast to your ambition, Real Property Management SAC-METRO, as the Sacramento property management industry leader, would like to offer some help to ensure your continued success with the following 10  key competencies: 1.       Getting your property rent-ready from repairs to remodels 2.       Strategically advertising 3.       Screening potential tenants 4.       Writing lease agreements 5.       Providing landlord-specific legal counsel 6.       Understanding and complying with all the codes, la...