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Have you ever been in the situation where a landlord and a tenant disagree about a rent increase? Marin County has come up with a solution. Today, we’re talking about the Marin County mediation law. This law was passed in December of 2017, and it took effect on...
As you may remember, in November of 2016, Prop 64 passed, making it legal to purchase and smoke marijuana in California. However, the federal government still considers it a controlled substance, which means it has to be regulated. Today, we are discussing how it is...
If your tenant has an emotional support dog or a service animal, you need to know how to handle that situation, and how it differs from having a pet. Today, we’re talking about ESAs – or Emotional Support Animals. Definition of a Service Animal What is a service...
When you’re trying to determine a rental price for your property in Marin, you need to prepare a market rental survey. This will help you evaluate the social and real estate condition of the market, analyze demand, and compare the differences in amenities and other...
There are some new government regulations in Marin regarding water heaters and their efficiency. As of April 16, 2015, the government imposed new manufacturing regulations upon water heaters. Newly fabricated water heaters must meet a higher efficiency standard. These...
When you own Marin rental property, you need to understand the why and how of security deposits. Security deposits are strictly regulated by state and local laws. It’s important for you to know these laws, otherwise you can get into trouble. Property Management Marin:...
As a landlord, you have a fundamental responsibility to adhere to habitability requirements. You need to keep your property in good condition so your tenants can live there safely. Most owners don’t always know about this legal responsibility, so today we’re talking...
Understanding how to properly screen an applicant is a major part of Marin County property management. You might feel you have a good sense of people and when you show a residence, the prospective tenants like it and you like them, so you give them an application. It...
In a previous blog, we spoke about the move in inspection and the importance of it being clear, concise, detailed and accurate. During the move out inspection, you’ll be referring to that report, and if you did your homework up front, the move out inspection should go...
Today we are talking about the move in inspection report. I cannot over-emphasize the importance of an accurately completed move in inspection report that is signed and dated by you and your tenant. It’s mandatory that you and your tenant both sign these forms. The...