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LA County Landlord Mistakes that Cost More than Management Fees

By Bell Properties Thursday, November 26, 2020

At Bell Properties LA we know that many self-managing landlords in LA County don’t want to hire a professional property manager because they think it costs too much. That’s a misconception because in fact, professional Southern California property management can lead ...

LA County Property Management Accounting Tips For Maximizing ROI

By Bell Properties Thursday, November 12, 2020

Careful record keeping and precise documentation is an important but often forgotten part of renting out a home. Your ROI actually depends on solid accounting techniques. If you’re still managing your money on a legal pad, it’s probably time to upgrade your bookkeepin...

How COVID-19 is Affecting the LA County Rental Property Market

By Bell Properties Thursday, October 15, 2020

Rental and real estate markets all across the country are adjusting to the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, which shows no signs of easing up or moving on. As investors and LA County property managers work through the challenges and embrace some of the opportunities, Bell Prop...

Why Governor Newsom and Bell Properties Oppose Prop21

By Bell Properties Thursday, September 24, 2020

Prop 21 Will Change Rental Housing in CaliforniaAs you may know, there's a new ballot proposition that mirrors 2018's Proposition 10 and is even worse for California's rental housing industry. Proposition 21, known as the "Rental Affordability Act", will dra...

Best Ways to Market your LA County Rental Property

By Bell Properties Thursday, June 25, 2020

Adopting a proactive marketing strategy for your LA County rental property will help you in a number of beneficial ways. You’ll reach a larger pool of tenants, which means you’re likely to end up with a more qualified renter. You’ll rent your home quickly, which...

Landlord Fears and Horror Stories and How to Avoid Them in LA County

By Bell Properties Thursday, June 18, 2020

Every landlord in LA County has likely heard some terrible tales and horror stories about tenants who made their lives hell. You might have heard about evictions that lasted for months, excessive property damage, and pit bulls that tore about floors and walls. Maybe you’ve ...

How to Get Your Los Angeles Home Rent Ready

By Bell Properties Thursday, June 11, 2020

Placing a tenant in your Los Angeles rental property starts with preparing the home for the rental market. You don’t want to list and show the home before it’s ready to impress all the prospective tenants who see it.We have a few things to do when preparing your prope...

Landlord Fears & Horror Stories and How to Avoid Them in LA County

By Bell Properties Thursday, June 11, 2020

Every landlord in LA County has likely heard some terrible tales and horror stories about tenants who made their lives hell. You might have heard about evictions that lasted for months, excessive property damage, and pit bulls that tore about floors and walls. Maybe you’ve had ...

What to Expect in Your LA County Rental Lease Agreement

By Bell Properties Thursday, May 28, 2020

Your lease agreement is a rental contract that you sign with your tenants, agreeing to the terms and conditions of the tenancy. It’s designed to protect you, your tenant, and your property in case there are disputes or questions about responsibilities and requirements. Leas...

Rental Property Repairs - Who Pays For Them in LA

By Bell Properties Thursday, May 21, 2020

Rental property repairs will be necessary in every Los Angeles investment home, regardless of the age and condition of your property. Both owners and tenants need to know who is responsible for property maintenance and how it should be handled.When you’re renting out a prop...

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