Posts by Hignell Property Management Team:
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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...
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Where Should I Market My Rental Property On Social Media?Where Should I Market My Rental Property On Social Media?
Your rental property is prepped and ready for its next resident, but you're stuck trying to determine the best way to...
Rental Property Tips: How to Estimate Investment Property ExpensesRental Property Tips: How to Estimate Investment Property Expenses
When owning an investment property, a must-do activity is to create a complete list of potential property expenses...
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How to Find Contractors to Renovate an Investment PropertyHow to Find Contractors to Renovate an Investment Property
Having an investment property involves a significant amount of responsibility to help maintain the property for renters...
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What to Highlight When Marketing Your Residential Rental PropertyWhat to Highlight When Marketing Your Residential Rental Property
Investing in real estate is and has always been a smart investment. Real estate ownership offers both passive income as...