2023 real estate market

Will A New Law Limit Rental Security Deposits In California?

  Not an easy job In California, being a landlord is more challenging than it may seem. Our state is known for having strong tenant protections and rent control laws, making it harder for landlords to manage their properties than other states. These laws often favor tenants, which means landlords must be well-informed and comply with the regulations to avoid potential legal issues. And with...

What Are The Benefits Of Building A Positive Tenant-Property Manager Relationship?

Last month we covered how to communicate with your property manager to get a repair for your rental.  This month, I’d like to expand on this topic to cover the benefits of building a robust tenant-property manager relationship.  Here are some of the key advantages More efficient Issue Resolution: A strong relationship fosters open communication, making it easier for tenants to report...

San Francisco Bay Area Market July 2023 Insight

Hey there, fellow real estate enthusiasts! As the sun shines bright and the summer vibes hit full swing, it's time to dive into the latest buzz in the San Francisco Bay Area real estate market for June 2023! Like summer vacations and parties, the market has been quite the rollercoaster ride with a mix of price movements compared to the previous month and last year. Hang tight as we break it down with a...

How To Communicate With A Property Management Company When You Need A Repair

  When you rent where you live, your landlord is usually responsible for maintenance and repairs under California law. Many landlords use a property management company, such as The Cal Agents, to provide their tenants with solutions to those needs.  In our experience, when it comes to requesting repairs or maintenance from a property management company, effective communication is key. Here are...

Are New High-Density Housing Projects Coming To The Bay Area?

    A never ending crisis California lives in a permanent housing crisis. The reasons are many: the high price of land, the largest population in America, and strict housing density regulations, among others. These make California the second most expensive housing market after Hawaii.  This situation makes it challenging to balance and reconcile interests. Builders want to be allowed...

Stay Cool and Save Money: 6 Tips for Maximizing Air Conditioning Efficiency

Predicting the weather is tricky. And it will get more so as the climate everywhere is changing significantly. Keeping your energy bills in check during the hot summer months is a challenge. This blog post shares six practical tips to optimize home air conditioning efficiency.  Clean and Replace Air Filters: Regularly cleaning or replacing your air filters is crucial for efficient air conditioning....

Prepare Your Home For The Fire Season

California has many natural blessings. We enjoy a fantastic ocean coast, great mountains, forests, and all kinds of weather. But we also have fires that endanger life and property. As of June 2023, 223,834 fire incidents have been reported.  Here are some steps you can take to make your home more resilient to wildfires: Create defensible space: Maintain a 5-foot non-combustible zone immediately...

What Is The Debt Ceiling And How Can It Impact The Value Of My Home?

As A recurring problem All the economic news channels centered on the nation’s debt ceiling issue. What is the debt ceiling? a legal limit set by the United States Congress on the amount of debt the federal government can accumulate to finance its operations and meet its financial obligations. It all may seem very remote and large-scale to matter to you personally. But the debt ceiling can impact...

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