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 […]
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Understanding Los Angeles Rental Agreements: A Guide for New Tenants
Moving to Los Angeles can be an exciting adventure, but navigating the rental market in this bustling city can be daunting, especially for newcomers. One of the crucial aspects of renting a property is understanding Los Angeles rental agreements, which outline the terms and conditions of your tenancy. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you […]
7 Types of Notices Every Landlord and Property Manager Should Know
Being a landlord or a property manager in the San Fernando Valley is not the easiest job in the world. You need to learn how the process work if you want to succeed in this job. You need to learn how to handle tenants and different types of notices to issue your tenant when they […]
Why A Cost Segregation Study Could Save Your Tax Season
This article was published in Forbes on 4/2/2024. A few years ago, I helped a client renovate a gorgeous set of cottages that the owner decided to use as short-term rentals. He made good money from the cozy beach bungalows, but hosting family vacations and bachelor parties weekend after weekend quickly started to take a […]
Effective Strategies for Aging-in-Place in Rental Properties
Aging in place is becoming an essential consideration for many, especially as the population ages. It refers to the ability of people to live in their own homes and communities safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level. Implementing effective strategies for aging-in-place in rental properties presents unique challenges. Many older […]
Breaking Up Is (Not) Hard To Do: Four Tips For Ending Things With Your Property Manager
This article was published in Forbes on Oct. 23, 2023. Many long-term rental property owners have gone through a change in property management at one time or another, but despite the fact that it’s a crucial step in the process, the “breakup” phase of that transition is almost never talked about in our industry. […]
