Riverside Property Management Blog

"Why do I have to pay for those repairs when the resident moves out?” “Why aren’t they responsible for those repairs?”  These questions are ones that we are asked daily by current landlords. And to be honest, it really boils down to what the courts or even the judge on that given day will allow.  As ...

Are you a novice landlord, ready to dip your toes into property rental? According to Investopedia on A Quick Guide to Landlord Insurance, “Rookie landlords, renting out a residential property (house, vacation cottage, apartment), may assume that their Homeowners Insurance will cover all the costs in the case of a natural disast...

The temperature is skyrocketing, and just when you least expect it, your worst nightmare becomes a reality – the AC decides to take a vacation! This is no laughing matter in sunny Southern California, where the sun can turn up the heat to a blistering 100 degrees plus during the summer. But hold your phone, don't dial Ghostbuste...

Starting a project to improve your home, boost your property's value, or fix things can be exciting. But finding a reliable contractor can be tricky. How do you ensure you pick the best one to arrive on time and charge a fair price? The answer is simple: do your homework. It's like having a map on your adventure. Look into their ...

Picture this: It's the 10th of the month, and there's a missing piece in the puzzle of your day. Like a mysterious disappearing act, the resident's rent payment has yet to make its grand entrance. You've tried it all – the calls, the texts, the emails – heck, you've even put up a 3-day notice that practical...

Catalina Cherries, Woolly Bluecurls, and Bright Blue Sage?! Do you want a unique look for your home or rental property? Landscaping can be long and tedious, and picking out the right plants for the right cost can be tough. But we all know that a beautiful yard can attract a lot of good things for your property. Here's my top five list...

Riverside is a large city offering many different neighborhoods featuring single-family homes, condos, and luxury lofts. Whether you are a history buff strolling through historical sites and museums, or the outdoorsy type looking for beautiful hiking areas, Riverside and its surrounding areas have it all for you.With all the different nei...

What are squatters’ rights? Squatters’ rights are legal allowances to occupy a property without the owner’s permission if they weren’t served an eviction notice. The rights vary from state to state, but the overarching theme is the same. The squatter can become the new legal owner of the property after a certain a...

The cold hard truth is that most of you are incredibly underinsured on your landlord policies. Over the last three months, I’ve personally been involved in several “alligator” cases within the company. An “alligator case” is a major issue such as a roof leak that leads to mold issues. During this time, I...

Insurance, Insurance, Insurance! If you’ve been around a while, you are probably sick of hearing me talk about insurance and proper coverage. If you’re new here, welcome to the annual insurance service announcement. All joking aside this is a very important topic and I wholeheartedly believe in talking about it at le...