Landlords’ Questions Answered
From the outside looking in, property management seems fairly straightforward. You own a property. You rent it to someone. They agree to stay for an…
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Landlord-Tenant Issues – Who’s Right? Part III
After 45 years as a property manager, I’ve collected quite a few stories about what can happen when you rent your property to others—and some…
Avoid Scams
Most of us think we won’t be duped by a scammer, but these people are good at what they do and desperation sometimes causes us…
Happenings at the Hospital: Ukiah Valley Medical Center Expands
I’m on the Ukiah Valley Medical Center (UVMC) Community Advisory Board, and at a recent meeting we received an interesting update on the hospital’s expansion.…
Foreclosures – A Last Resort for All Parties: Part I
Last week I talked about servicing a real estate loan yourself. That was a prelude to the next couple articles, which are in response to…
Landlord-Tenant Issues – Who’s Right? Part IV
Landlords and tenants often see things from very different perspectives. Our property management service has dealt with all sorts of disagreements. Sometimes the landlords are…
What Are Landlords Responsible For?
Many people rent rather than own their homes. If this is true for you, you depend on a landlord to maintain your residence in good…
Good Fences Make Good Neighbors
You may have heard the old adage, “Good fences make good neighbors.” Well, it’s true. Obvious boundaries can certainly reduce frustration and confusion. But good…
Buyers Aren’t Liars
There’s a phrase every Realtor has heard and many believe: buyers are liars. Realtors representing buyers sometimes feel misled when buyers change their minds or…
Rental Agreement Addendums—Well Worth the Paper They’re Printed On
Last week, I began answering a reader’s questions about lease agreements, specifically about the minimum contract a landlord should consider, what should be included in the…