Skip to main content

Property Management Blog

Blog Post Fall Maintenance Checklist for San Mateo Rental Properties
By Roger D. Eagleton - Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Fall Maintenance Checklist for San Mateo Rental Properties

Has your rental actually been checked for the fall rains, or is it still running on whatever shape it was in after a dry summer? San Mateo doesn't deal with snow or freezing pipes, but the shift from dry summer months into the Bay Area's wet season still puts real pressur...
Read More
Blog Post Pricing Your San Mateo Rental Right This Fall
By Roger D. Eagleton - Monday, September 21, 2026

Pricing Your San Mateo Rental Right This Fall

Does your rental's asking price still reflect what the market actually looks like this fall, or is it still based on summer numbers? San Mateo's rental market shifts noticeably as the school year begins and the busy summer moving season winds down, and a price that perfor...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
Blog Post
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More

Showing 1- 10 of 121