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Tenant Eviction Process in Santa Cruz | Landlord Advice
Evicting a tenant in Santa Cruz is more challenging than it once was. There are a number of protections in place for tenants who are struggling to pay their rent due to the COVID-19 pandemic. You have to be aware of those before you begin an eviction process. Even...
Why Communication with Owners is Key to Success
At Real Estate Eight Three One, we take communication with our property owners seriously. We know it has a direct impact on your peace of mind and even your ROI. We also work hard to communicate openly and responsively with tenants, vendors, and everyone in our...
How Often Should You Perform a Rental Property Inspection in Santa Cruz?
Rental property inspections are the best tool you have to protect the condition of your investment home and ensure your tenants are following the terms of your lease. Inspections also allow you to check for deferred and unreported damage. Most property owners know...
A Checklist for Santa Cruz Landlords With Tenants Moving In
With tenants moving into your Santa Cruz rental property, you need to make sure the place is clean, welcoming, and functional. Offering tenants an easy and stress-free move-in experience will set a positive and professional tone for the entire tenancy. It’s a great...
How to Handle Security Deposit Returns in Santa Cruz
There have been some big changes to California law in terms of the landlord and tenant relationship. Even before the pandemic put a moratorium on evictions, there were rent control rules that grew even stricter throughout the state and new eviction requirements that...
Rental Property Maintenance: Why You Need a Licensed and Insured Vendor in Santa Cruz
Rental property maintenance is rarely something property owners like to talk about. It’s expensive, but it’s also necessary. When you’re renting out a Santa Cruz home, there will be routine and emergency repairs. Part of budgeting and being prepared is putting...
Under What Conditions Can I Cancel My Agreement?
Your relationship with the property management company you choose needs to be built on trust, communication, and a shared set of responsibilities and expectations. You’re paying your property managers a monthly fee in exchange for a scope of services. If you feel like...
The Importance of Being Properly Insured in Santa Cruz
Insurance is part of your risk management plan when you own investment property in Santa Cruz. Your rental property is most likely one of your most valuable assets and it’s important to protect that investment. Insurance can be confusing, especially if you’re a new...
A Guide to Creating a Smooth Maintenance Request Process in Santa Cruz
When you want to protect the condition of your Santa Cruz investment property and work towards retaining great tenants, you have to have a reliable and responsive plan in place to address maintenance requests. Sound maintenance practices not only keep your residents...
Best Practices for Tenant Screening in Santa Cruz
Placing well-qualified residents into your Santa Cruz rental property is an essential first step in having a positive and profitable investment experience. Good tenants will pay rent on time, take care of the home, and follow the terms of the lease agreement. They’ll...
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