Property management companies provide services for all types of properties, including apartments, homes, offices and commercial buildings. However, the type of service depends on the management company and property. The one thing property owners should never assume about property managers or property management firms in San Francisco is that they are all the same. Although [...]
Understanding San Francisco’s many rules and regulations regarding rent control can often times be rather confusing. Then, add in the various landlord petitions and you’re likely to go mad trying to understand everything in front of you. Properties in San Francisco tend to be older, and therefore require more upkeep in order to maintain the [...]
Vacancy rates tend to be quite low in San Francisco and the majority of the time there are about 40 to 50 people vying for the same place; your goal is to set yourself apart. Often times, finding a place to rent in San Francisco can be quite challenging. Locating the perfect rental unit with [...]
So, you’ve just purchased a rental property in San Francisco and now it’s time to decide: To furnish or not to furnish? This is the old age question for many landlords, and not one to be taken lightly. There are many pros and cons to either option, thus, it’s important to carefully weight each before [...]
Buying a new property is an exciting time for an investor, however, it can also be quite scary. Not only is it a huge financial commitment, but it’s a time consuming one as well. The process of finding a home is usually the less complicated and generally understood aspect of buying a property. When it [...]
Owning rental property is an investment and you want your end result to be a prosperous one financially. Qualified tenants are what the business is all about and keep in mind; your asset is a business. As nice or responsible as your tenant may be, you never want to cross the line and take the [...]
So, you have chosen to purchase a rental property in magnificent San Francisco and now it’s time to figure out the City by the Bay’s many rent control rules and regulations. Understanding the city’s complex and ever-changing laws can be quite confusing, but that’s why Property Management Systems is here to break it down for [...]
Most rental properties in San Francisco are generally older homes or apartment buildings, which oftentimes entails a certain amount of regular upkeep to maintain the asset. With restrictions in rent due to the San Francisco Rent Control Ordinance, owners are limited in the amount they may increase a tenant’s rent, which making necessary improvements over [...]
Before you purchase your San Francisco investment property, you need to consider whether you have what it takes to manage the rental unit yourself, or if a property management professional should handle it for you. While many owners spend a considerable amount of time researching the rental market, they often forget or do not know [...]
California Civil Code Section 1950.5 states rules that landlords and tenants must follow when handling security deposits. California cities as a whole generally abide by these supervisions; however, there are cities, such as San Francisco, that place additional rules on the security deposit process. Many times tenants are unaware of these existing laws and lose [...]
Rental property may seem like a simple way to secure additional income, and it often is, but it also comes with a huge legal responsibility. As a rental housing provider, to protect your investment you need to be proactive. San Francisco is a fantastic location to own rental property; however the city is extremely tenant [...]
Vacancy rates tend to be quite low in San Francisco and the majority of the time there are about 20 to 40 people vying for the same place; your goal is to set yourself apart. The best way to make a great impression on a landlord and/or property management company and have the one up [...]
Deciding to become a rental property owner in San Francisco is one of the biggest decisions a person can make and it requires a tremendous amount of responsibility. A situation any landlord can encounter is the possibility of being sued by a tenant. Generally, property owners are sued in small claims court by tenants over [...]
Understanding San Francisco’s complex rental ordinance can be confusing enough, but add the various landlord petitions and you have a mixture that results in one big headache. In order for a landlord of rent controlled property in San Francisco to be able to increase a tenant’s rent above the annual allowed amount, the landlord needs [...]
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