by Marissa Barajas | Apr 17, 2025 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
Late rent payments are frustrating, and as a landlord, you might have come close to losing your cool if rent hasn’t come in and it’s well beyond the first month. There’s a way to handle late rent payments professionally, however, and it’s a much better path to...
by Marissa Barajas | Apr 10, 2025 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
Managing risk is part of protecting your Santa Rosa investment properties. And, here’s the thing…we don’t want to constantly live in fear about what might happen. At the same time, we know very well that Santa Rosa and California in general are at constant risk from...
by Marissa Barajas | Apr 3, 2025 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
The point of a lease agreement is to protect you, as the landlord and property owner, as well as the rental home you’re making available. Tenants need protection too, and your lease agreement must be tenant-friendly in order to be legally compliant and legally...
by Marissa Barajas | Mar 27, 2025 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
Lately, it’s been a bit difficult to commit to an opinion on the Santa Rosa real estate market in 2025. There have been so many shifts and nuances. There’s also the general diversity of the market, with the city of Santa Rosa home to more than two dozen unique...
by Marissa Barajas | Mar 20, 2025 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
Pet requests may come in from existing tenants, who are living in your rental property without a pet. Unless your lease specifically prohibits pets in the property, it’s a good idea to consider the request. You don’t want your tenants trying to sneak in a new kitten...
by Marissa Barajas | Mar 13, 2025 | Owner Education, Property Management Education
Santa Rosa, California is known for its scenic landscapes, blooming culture, and strategic location in the heart of Sonoma County. It’s in the middle of wine country, and home to vineyards, galleries, shopping, as well as plenty of outdoor recreation. More than 10...