Archive for December 2016
The Property Preparations for Renting Out Your House in Palm Springs
Now that you have gone through the exercise of understanding your state and local laws with regard to renting your home, it is time to get it ready to rent to some other residents. This process is commonly called “make ready”, and includes many things most “do it yourself” new landlords do not think of.…
Read MoreRenting Out Your Home in Palm Springs: Initial Legal Concerns & Costs
So you have decided to make some extra money by renting out your home in Palm Springs area. Before making the leap, there are a few things you need to consider. Did you know that most states have Landlord/Tenant laws that can affect what you can and cannot do within the rental relationship? How about…
Read MoreLead Poisoning: A Major Problem for Rental Property Owners in Palm Springs
Lead poisoning has been in the news lately. Whether you own an older home or live by an industry that has lead involved in a process, the effects of lead poisoning on communities is real. Real Property Management Desert Cities is concerned about the safety and health of tenants and takes the possibility of lead…
Read MoreAre You Renting to a Palm Springs “Hoarder”? 5 Strategies to Handle the Issue
Though hoarding has been a hidden disorder for several years, in 2013, the American Psychiatric Association officially recognized hoarding as a mental disorder making hoarders a protected class. If you are renting to a hoarder and receive complaints from other neighbors or have concerns yourself, the situation needs to be handled carefully so that you…
Read MoreDIY Property Management in Palm Springs Creating Headaches for Local Neighborhoods
For investors, real estate over the last 50 years has usually been a safe bet. While it has had its ups and downs, for most investors, real estate is something that can be counted on. However, with the rise of more investors comes a similar set of DIY property owners. The downside of these DIY…
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