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California’s New Real Estate Laws for 2025: What Investors Need to Know

Beach Front Property Management

Inspections must be conducted by licensed engineers, architects, or building inspectors. Key Laws: SB 584 (Short-Term Rental Licensing & Taxes) Requires STR owners to register with local governments. Short-term rental owners can streamline operations by meeting new licensing requirements.

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Are Pet Deposits Refundable? What You Need to Know

Bay Property Management Group

You Meet All Lease Terms If your landlord has found you followed the lease agreement (e.g., That said, youll need proper documentation from a licensed medical or mental health practitioner to confirm the animal is necessary for your disability or mental health condition. Congratulations!

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The Importance of an Accurate Rental Application

American Apartment Owners Association

Driver’s License/ID number. Rushing into a lease agreement without an application and professional screening could end up being the biggest mistake you make. A credit report will be provided by a major credit bureau based on the applicant’s Social Security Number. Date of Birth. Necessary to verify identity. Email address.

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Is Your CA Property Manager Legally Licensed?

Authority Property Management

Why Must California Property Managers Have a Real Estate Broker License? One key requirement is that both individual property managers and firms must operate under the supervision of a licensed Real Estate Broker. This verification process is straightforward: simply search by name or license number to access important details.

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A Comprehensive Guide for First-Time Apartment Hunters

Real Property Management Chicago

While the list may vary by location, it’s recommended to have the following available: Your last two pay stubs or a bank statement Social security number Driver’s license or state ID Credit report Contact information for at least two references Understand your lease agreement As you progress through the rental process, carefully reviewing your lease (..)

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The Property Manager’s Guide to Rental Property Laundry

Lula

If you go this route, make sure to integrate proper protections into your lease agreements, so that if a tenant does happen to damage your equipment the cost won’t sit on your shoulders alone. Therefore you may need to secure a business license or permit to legally be able to do so.

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Optimizing Your Investment Property Returns with Property Management in Westerville, Ohio

RL Property Management

They also handle repair requests promptly, working with licensed contractors to resolve issues efficiently. Property managers stay up to date on regulations related to fair housing, lease management, safety standards, and eviction procedures.