Two of the most common items that tenants are charged for at move out are light bulbs and air filters. These items are considered “consumable” as they wear out with use and are effectively “consumed” by the tenant during their tenancy. Due to the fact that both items have lifespans that are affected by use, tenants are often responsible for the replacement of these items during their tenancy,...
They may not seem like it, but smoke detectors are one of the most important safety items in a home. Not only can they save your life, but they can also reduce property damage by alerting you to a fire before it takes off. California law requires that any "dwelling units intended for human occupancy"-- also known as homes to us layfolk -- have smoke detectors installed per California building code...
Don't kid yourself. If you think management companies make money solely off management fees, you will be shocked to learn that for some management companies, management fees are only a fraction of their income. Property management can be a very lucrative business; not because it is easy, far from it, but because there are multiple ways to make money from a single property.Management fees are the most...
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