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Blog Post AB 1482's Rent Cap in San Mateo: What Your Property Actually Owes This Year
By Roger D. Eagleton - Friday, August 14, 2026

AB 1482's Rent Cap in San Mateo: What Your Property Actually Owes This Year

San Mateo has never adopted its own local rent control ordinance, which sets it apart from several neighboring Bay Area cities that have. That doesn't mean rent increases here are unregulated. California's statewide Tenant Protection Act, AB 1482, still caps how much most...
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Blog Post Returning Security Deposits Electronically: What California's AB 414 Requires
By Roger D. Eagleton - Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Returning Security Deposits Electronically: What California's AB 414 Requires

Security deposit handling just got a digital update. Under AB 414, California landlords must now offer to return security deposits electronically in certain circumstances, alongside new flexibility for agreeing to alternative arrangements with tenants. The law also clarifies...
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Blog Post New Fee Disclosure Rules Every San Mateo Landlord Needs to Know for 2026
By Roger D. Eagleton - Tuesday, July 21, 2026

New Fee Disclosure Rules Every San Mateo Landlord Needs to Know for 2026

Hidden fees are officially off the table for California rental listings. Under AB 747, effective January 2026, landlords must disclose all mandatory fees upfront, in both advertising materials and the lease itself. This includes charges for trash, water, sewer, and any other cost...
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Blog Post California's New Stove and Refrigerator Law: What San Mateo Landlords Must Know
By Roger D. Eagleton - Tuesday, July 14, 2026

California's New Stove and Refrigerator Law: What San Mateo Landlords Must Know

Habitability standards in California just expanded, and it is worth knowing about before your next lease renewal. Under AB 628, effective January 1, 2026, residential leases entered into, renewed, or extended must include a functioning stove and refrigerator as part of the u...
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By Roger D. Eagleton - Saturday, December 21, 2024

5 Effective Property Marketing Strategies in San Mateo, CA

Over the past five years, U.S. real estate sales and brokerage businesses have increased by 4.9% each year. Improved real estate property marketing strategies have been a significant factor in this rise.Proper real estate marketing allows you to showcase your property's featu...
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Blog Post How Property Management Can Help You Protect Your San Mateo Investment
By Roger D. Eagleton - Thursday, November 21, 2024

How Property Management Can Help You Protect Your San Mateo Investment

You've just closed on a promising rental property in San Mateo. The neighborhood is thriving, rental demand is high, and you're confident this investment will yield impressive returns. But as the months roll on, the day-to-day responsibilities start to pile up.Tenant call...
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Blog Post Tips for Rental Property Accounting Records in San Mateo, California
By Roger D. Eagleton - Thursday, November 7, 2024

Tips for Rental Property Accounting Records in San Mateo, California

In San Mateo's fast-paced rental market, staying on top of your property's finances is critical. With rent rolling in and expenses piling up, keeping your accounting records in check can be overwhelming.Don't let your books become a mess. Let's go through the tips...
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Blog Post 5 Essential Traits of Successful Property Managers in San Mateo, CA
By Roger D. Eagleton - Monday, October 7, 2024

5 Essential Traits of Successful Property Managers in San Mateo, CA

Have you ever wondered how it's possible to run rental property businesses?Managing properties in San Mateo, CA requires a unique set of skills. A good property manager helps property owners maintain their investments and keep tenants happy.To succeed, a property manager need...
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Blog Post Strategies for Tenant Placement to Maximize Property Rent in San Mateo, CA
By Roger D. Eagleton - Saturday, September 21, 2024

Strategies for Tenant Placement to Maximize Property Rent in San Mateo, CA

Earlier this year, San Mateo Daily Journal reported that rents across the county were starting to stabilize and even drop. If you're one of the many landlords to reduce rent, you've probably seen your tenant pool expand.How can you make sure that as more renters apply, yo...
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Blog Post Top 4 Tips for Streamlining Your Rent Collection in San Mateo, CA
By Roger D. Eagleton - Saturday, September 7, 2024

Top 4 Tips for Streamlining Your Rent Collection in San Mateo, CA

It's the first of the month, and instead of scrambling to track down late payments or juggling multiple payment platforms, you're hanging out with your family, confident that your San Mateo rent collection process is running smoothly.Sounds like a dream, right? Well, it d...
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