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Blog Post Rental Property Owners in San Mateo, CA: A Guide to Managing Owner Disbursements
By Five Star Property Management - Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Rental Property Owners in San Mateo, CA: A Guide to Managing Owner Disbursements

Money changes hands so fast in business that you might expect it to still have the last person's sweat on it.Landlords know this all too well. They get rent every month and may have to pay a repairman at any time.Not having a record of it all is a surefire way to send your re...
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Blog Post Rental Income: Understanding Tax Statements and 1099s in San Mateo, CA
By Five Star Property Management - Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Rental Income: Understanding Tax Statements and 1099s in San Mateo, CA

The average annual pay for a California landlord is $91,852. Top earners make six figures with an annual salary of $138,166.You can make this type of money as a San Mateo, CA, landlord but you have to factor in paying for employees, rental property management, and taxes.With the ...
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Blog Post The Rental Valuation Process Explained: How to Determine Accurate Rent Prices
By Five Star Property Management - Sunday, January 21, 2024

The Rental Valuation Process Explained: How to Determine Accurate Rent Prices

The Bay Area is home to some of the highest rent prices in the country.San Mateo's average rent price is over $3,300, just above San Francisco's average. If you can afford it, investing in a rental property here is a no-brainer. However, it's important to do some rese...
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Blog Post 5 Tips for Finding Homes For Rent in San Mateo, California
By Five Star Property Management - Sunday, January 7, 2024

5 Tips for Finding Homes For Rent in San Mateo, California

Finding the perfect place in San Mateo, California can be a challenging task. The median rent in this area is currently around $3,400 per month.If you're looking for places to live for you and your family, there are some vital things you should know.Read on to discover a list...
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Blog Post 4 Superb Tips for Real Estate Investing Like a Pro in Modern Times
By Five Star Property Management - Thursday, December 21, 2023

4 Superb Tips for Real Estate Investing Like a Pro in Modern Times

As we find ourselves in the midst of modern times, where technological advancements, changing demographics, and global economic shifts play pivotal roles, the need to approach real estate investment with a pro mindset has never been more crucial.Luckily, we can help. Check out th...
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Blog Post Property Management From the Ground Up: Landlord Foundations
By Five Star Property Management - Thursday, December 7, 2023

Property Management From the Ground Up: Landlord Foundations

Over 50% of investors hire property managers to take over the day-to-day operations of their rental units.If you're interested in learning property management fundamentals, you'll need to learn about the process. Whether you're a seasoned property owner or a novice en...
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Blog Post 3 Smart Money Tactics for San Mateo, CA Landlords
By Five Star Property Management - Tuesday, November 21, 2023

3 Smart Money Tactics for San Mateo, CA Landlords

If you've thought about investing in real estate, then there's not much more to think about!But while it's great to have an investment property, you'll soon find out that being a landlord is a lot of hard work. If you're in a great market like San Mateo, CA, y...
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Blog Post 4 Great Tips for Accidental Landlords in San Mateo, CA
By Five Star Property Management - Tuesday, November 7, 2023

4 Great Tips for Accidental Landlords in San Mateo, CA

Have you become an accidental landlord in San Mateo, CA? It can be a stressful situation. First, you inherited a property. Then to manage the taxes and other expenses that came with that property, you decided to rent it out without ever having the intention to.Like any other real...
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Blog Post What Can a Maintenance Coordinator Do for Your San Mateo, CA, Property?
By Five Star Property Management - Saturday, October 21, 2023

What Can a Maintenance Coordinator Do for Your San Mateo, CA, Property?

Over 5.6 million households in California are renters.Keeping rental properties in check isn't an easy feat. Maintaining a rental property in San Mateo involves more than just fixing things when they break.This is why you should consider hiring a maintenance coordinator to ta...
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Blog Post Security Deposit Disposition: A Guide for San Mateo, CA, Landlords
By Five Star Property Management - Saturday, October 7, 2023

Security Deposit Disposition: A Guide for San Mateo, CA, Landlords

As of a few weeks ago, life got a little harder for landlords in California. Soon, you'll only be able to charge one month's rent for security deposits.As annoying as this may seem, it's not the end of the world. In places like San Mateo, even a smaller deposit can co...
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