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The Life Expectancy of Rental Property Items - LA County Property Management Advice

By Bell Properties Thursday, July 1, 2021

When you’re renting out a home in Los Angeles or the surrounding area, it helps to understand the life expectancy for several of the systems and functions within your investment home. Knowing how long a roof will last, for example, will help you budget for future roof repai...

National Eviction Moratorium Final Extension

By Bell Properties Saturday, June 26, 2021

Washington, D.C. – The country has turned the corner on COVID-19, given widespread vaccine availability and $4 trillion dollars of economic relief, which has helped millions of families by buoying rent payments and stabilizing the economy. The continuation of a nationw...

How to Protect Your LA County Rental from Potential Damages

By Bell Properties Thursday, June 17, 2021

Damage to your LA county rental property is likely to occur because of a tenant’s abuse or neglect, a vacancy that led to vandalism or criminal activity, or a natural disaster or catastrophe that was unanticipated. We recommend a solid insurance policy for both you and your...

Best Tenant Retention Strategies - LA County Property Management

By Bell Properties Thursday, June 3, 2021

A tenant retention plan can help you increase your ROI by holding onto those great residents who pay rent on time and take care of your property. Losing a good tenant means losing consistent rent. It also invites additional expenses such as turnover maintenance, marketing f...

Cosmetic Upgrades That Add Value to Your LA County Investment

By Bell Properties Thursday, May 20, 2021

If you’re like most real estate investors, you’re always looking for ways to increase the value of your LA County rental property. With the market still in recovery mode from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to focus on what you can control. You don&r...

2021 Property Management Market Trends to Look For

By Bell Properties Thursday, May 6, 2021

At Bell Properties, we like to stay a few steps ahead of the latest market trends. It allows us to prepare for what’s to come and help our rental property owners work through the unique challenges and opportunities that come with every new year and every new quarter. No one...

State Rental Assistance Program Set to Accept Applications

By Bell Properties Thursday, March 11, 2021

State Rental Assistance Program Set to Accept Applications as of March 15, 2021 In December of 2020, Congress passed a stimulus bill which included $25 billion in Emergency Rental Assistance (with $1.5 billion sent directly to the State of California.) On January 28, 2021, Califo...

Full Service LA County Property Management - Here is What to Expect

By Bell Properties Thursday, January 14, 2021

Full-service property management in Los Angeles County should mean proactive leasing, management, and maintenance services for your residential and commercial investments. The term full-service means different things to different companies. To Bell Properties, it means taking car...

What Needs to be Included in Your LA County Lease Agreement

By Bell Properties Thursday, December 31, 2020

A lease agreement is a contract that you sign with your tenants, stipulating the terms and conditions of the tenancy. It protects you. It protects your property. It protects your residents. You need a lease that’s detailed and specific. Make sure it’s legally co...

How a LA County Property Manager Will Maximize Your Return on Investment

By Bell Properties Thursday, December 17, 2020

One of the best reasons to work with a Southern California property manager is that you have a better opportunity to increase earnings and decrease expenses. Here are just a few of the ways your management company can maximize your return on investment, providing a better a...

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