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Smart Home Tech for Rental Properties: What's Worth the Investment?

By Bell Properties, Inc. Thursday, December 19, 2024

By now smart home technology in a California rental property is not such a luxury. Residents are expecting to find at least a few automated features as they’re choosing their next home. This is not so bad for rental property owners, either. Smart home technology drives...

Adapting Apartments for Accessibility: Compliance and Considerations

By Bell Properties, Inc. Thursday, December 5, 2024

For rental property owners in California, ensuring that apartment buildings are accessible to anyone, regardless of ability, is an important part of meeting ADA compliance standards. This is not just a legal requirement—it's an opportunity to make our properties welcomi...

Conflict Resolution Strategies for Property Managers: Handling Disputes Gracefully

By Bell Properties, Inc. Thursday, November 21, 2024

Everyone handles conflict a little bit differently. Some people dive right in, ready to defend themselves and even attack if necessary. Others shy away from conflict, wishing for anything other than a confrontation. Most of us fall somewhere in between those two extremes. Wh...

Unlocking Unexpected Value: Five Innovative Strategies for Your Investment Property

By Bell Properties, Inc. Thursday, August 1, 2024

It may seem like rents are as high as they’re going to go. How can you possibly earn more than you’re earning now on your Los Angeles investment property? You might be surprised. When you can increase the value of what you’re providing, you can al...

Exploring Financing Options for Investment Properties

By Bell Properties, Inc. Thursday, July 18, 2024

Investing in a property takes money. Investing in a Los Angeles-area property takes even more money. You know this is an expensive market. And, unless you’re showing up with a lot of cash, you’re going to have to finance your investment. How will you do...

What Is The Cost of Budget Property Management?

By Bell Properties, Inc. Thursday, July 4, 2024

It’s tempting, isn’t it? To jump at the chance to reduce your property management fees and to sign up with that budget property management company in Los Angeles that promises to do everything you need for a fraction of the price that you’re currently paying or ...

Navigating Legal Landmines: A Guide for Rental Owners

By Bell Properties, Inc. Thursday, June 20, 2024

It’s easy to make a legal mistake when you’re renting out a home, especially in California. We are a state known for its tenant protections and its strict rules around rent control, eviction, security deposits, and tenant privacy. There are lists of disclosure that mu...

Boosting Your Los Angeles Investment Property's Curb Appeal on a Budget: Cost-Effective Tips and Tri...

By Bell Properties, Inc. Thursday, December 7, 2023

This is Los Angeles, and let’s own it: looks matter. That’s why the curb appeal of your Los Angeles investment property is so important. It’s your first impression when tenants come to see it. The curb appeal tells people what they can expect when they step...

Why Outsourcing Property Management Can Save You Time and Money

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, September 15, 2023

Managing your own Southern California rental property is going to take more time than you realize. Even if you’re only renting out a single unit, there will be tenant demands, rent to collect every month, and a lease to enforce. You’ll have a vacancy and you’ll ...

Staying Compliant and Protected: The Vital Role of Property Management with California's Tenant-Land...

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, September 1, 2023

Rental property owners in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California need to think about how comfortable they are with their own legal knowledge. Do you understand rent control and just cause eviction laws thoroughly? Are you aware of the differences in the state fair housing...

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