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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...

The Power of Innovation: How Technology Is Revolutionizing the Way We Manage Real Estate Investments

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, August 18, 2023

When was the last time you wrote a personal check for something? Do you still visit the office of a travel agent to book a trip?Almost everything is done online. We pay bills, we buy groceries, we book travel, and we communicate electronically. Technology has been on a fast track...

Beyond the Contract: What You Need to Know About Property Management That Your Agreement Won't Tell ...

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, August 4, 2023

Signing a property management agreement launches you into a partnership with an expert in leasing, management, and maintenance. Whether you’re renting out residential homes, commercial properties, or a combination of both, you’re counting on your management compa...

Should a Property Owner With a Property Manager Do Their Own Repairs?

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, May 12, 2023

Property management can be challenging, especially for those not well-versed in the intricacies of real estate. It is not uncommon for property owners to have a property manager oversee the day-to-day operations of their properties. However, many owners expect their managers to a...

The Changing Landscape of Los Angeles Commercial Office Spaces in a Post-pandemic Economy

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, April 7, 2023

The detrimental effects of the COVID-19 pandemic permanently changed the world in many aspects. From the massive movement to remote work to the skyrocketing inflation rates, the pandemic affected all sectors of the economy. One area that experienced a significant shift was the co...

Reimagining the Workplace: How Los Angeles Office Spaces will Evolve in the Post-Pandemic Era

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, March 3, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted every sector, and its consequences still reflect in the market even after three years. During the pandemic, everything but essential services came to an abrupt halt. This turn of events impacted commercial real estate, companies and of...

Tax Benefits of Owning Rental Property

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, February 3, 2023

Los Angeles rental property owners have a distinct advantage when it comes to taxes. Yes, you need to declare the income you earn from the rent you collect, but there are many ways to protect yourself from paying a high tax bill at the end of every year. The tax benefits far outw...

What Exemptions Apply to AB1482?

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, January 6, 2023

The Tenant Protection Act, AB1482, is a California law that went into effect on January 1, 2020, just months before the COVID-19 pandemic triggered eviction moratoriums throughout the state and the country. Now that the moratorium has been lifted (outside of LA County) and r...

Los Angeles County Extends Eviction Moratorium into 2023

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, December 9, 2022

You might have thought that the eviction moratorium associated with the COVID-19 pandemic ended across California in the spring of 2022. It did, and it didn’t. In Los Angeles County, some renters still have protections against eviction, and the moratorium has been...

Is it Normal Tenant Wear and Tear? LA Property Management Expert Answers

By Bell Properties, Inc. Friday, December 2, 2022

Landlords often find it difficult to differentiate between normal wear and tear and tenant-caused damages. If you are wondering why a clear-cut distinction is so important, well, primarily for security-deposit claim issues, and secondarily to ensure that your rental stays in good...

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