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The Top 20 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Property Manager

John Boruff - Thursday, July 23, 2020

When looking to hire a property management company, it’s important to ask the right questions. Especially as a new landlord, it’s hard to know what the “right” questions are. We’ve detailed the top 20... read more >>

How Do I Properly Screen New Tenants?

John Boruff - Thursday, July 16, 2020

A seasoned landlord knows that a respectful tenant who keeps up with rent makes their job run smoother. They also know how frustrating and costly it can be to deal with a tenant who is constantly behind on rent, damaging the prope... read more >>

The Future of Escondido Real Estate

John Boruff - Thursday, July 9, 2020

The Escondido real estate market has been expanding over the past several years. While Covid-19 is predicted to press pause on the market, Escondido is expected to bounce back quickly and continue to rise long-term. NEW DEVEL... read more >>

The Pros and Cons of Owning Long-Term vs. Short-Term Rentals

John Boruff - Thursday, May 28, 2020

There are many things to consider when determining whether to list your property as a long-term or short-term rental. To optimize returns on your investment property, it’s important to understand the benefits and drawbacks t... read more >>

What kind of insurance do I need for my rental property? Should I include Renter’s Insurance?

John Boruff - Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Rental property can be a lucrative investment, but finding the right insurance policy is important to protect it from liability. If you occasionally rent out a room in your primary residence, then homeowners insurance might w... read more >>

Why Hiring a Property Manager is Strategic Thinking in the Aftermath of COVID-19

John Boruff - Saturday, May 2, 2020

It’s no secret that over the past few months, COVID-19 has uprooted and disarranged your tenant’s lives. While some are fortunate enough to be able to work from home, others lost their jobs due to restrictions placed o... read more >>

How to be a good landlord/property manager:

John Boruff - Thursday, January 3, 2019

1. Run Your Property Like a Business. Some landlords do a terrible job at running their business. It might be because they see it as a “side-gig” or a hobby” more than a business. However, when you treat your bus... read more >>

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