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What to Know About California Multi-Family Property ManagementWhat to Know About California Multi-Family Property Management
					California’s real estate market continues to attract investors looking for stable, long-term income. Multi-family...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					How a Property Manager Can Reduce Vacancy Rates and Increase Rental IncomeHow a Property Manager Can Reduce Vacancy Rates and Increase Rental Income
					Vacant properties cost landlords money every single day. Each month a property sits empty means lost rent, ongoing...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					Rental Property Maintenance 101: A Property Owner’s GuideRental Property Maintenance 101: A Property Owner’s Guide
					Rental property maintenance is essential for preserving the long-term value of your asset, keeping tenants satisfied,...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					Best Rental Property Accounting Software of 2025Best Rental Property Accounting Software of 2025
					Managing your rental income and expenses shouldn’t be a guessing game. It can be hard for many landlords to stay...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					Can a Property Manager Legally Sign a Lease for the Owner?Can a Property Manager Legally Sign a Lease for the Owner?
					Managing rental properties involves many tasks, from marketing to maintenance to legal paperwork. One common question...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			What Is a Portable Tenant Screening Report? What You Should KnowWhat Is a Portable Tenant Screening Report? What You Should Know
					Portable tenant screening reports are becoming more common in California, thanks to recent legislation. While they were...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					California Tenant Screening Laws: What Landlords Need to Know in 2025California Tenant Screening Laws: What Landlords Need to Know in 2025
					Tenant screening is one of the most important steps in protecting your rental property. However, in California, it’s...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					How to Find Renters Fast: Best Strategies for Filling Your Rental PropertyHow to Find Renters Fast: Best Strategies for Filling Your Rental Property
					Vacancies cost you money and create unnecessary stress. The longer your rental sits empty, the more you risk losing...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			Should You Hire a Management Company to Rent Your House?Should You Hire a Management Company to Rent Your House?
					Turning your home into a rental can be a smart investment, but managing that rental yourself might not be. If you own a...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					Experience the Evolution of The Hignell Companies: 75th AnniversaryExperience the Evolution of The Hignell Companies: 75th Anniversary
					As an extension of the Hignell Suite of Companies, Hignell Property Management is excited to announce that The Hignell...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					What's the Best Way for a Property Owner to Collect Rent?What's the Best Way for a Property Owner to Collect Rent?
					As a property owner, one of your main responsibilities is to collect rent from your residents on a regular basis. There...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					Paws for Thought: A Property Owner’s Guide to Renting to Pet OwnersPaws for Thought: A Property Owner’s Guide to Renting to Pet Owners
					When it comes to renting a property, it's important to consider a wide range of factors, including the needs and...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					How Should Rental Property Owners Communicate With Renters?How Should Rental Property Owners Communicate With Renters?
					If you're the owner of an investment property, you need a reliable means of communication with the residents and...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					Forms All Rental Property Owners Should HaveForms All Rental Property Owners Should Have
					Property owners are business owners. And, like most business owners, property owners must rely on forms and contracts...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					When Should a Rental Property Owner Raise the Rent?When Should a Rental Property Owner Raise the Rent?
					Rent increases are inevitable in both a resident’s and a property owner’s life. Rental prices are market-dependent –...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					Holiday Home Security Tips for Rental Property OwnersHoliday Home Security Tips for Rental Property Owners
					The holidays are wonderfully hectic. Most get caught up in decorating and celebrating with family and friends....
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					Must-Do Fall Maintenance Tips for Your Investment PropertyMust-Do Fall Maintenance Tips for Your Investment Property
					Fall marks the transition to colder months. As the days grow shorter and summer bids goodbye, investment property...
				
				
				
				
				
				
			
							
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					Things to Consider About Buying an Investment Property Near a SchoolThings to Consider About Buying an Investment Property Near a School
					A primary strategic force when investing in real estate has and will always be – the property’s location. Those who...