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...
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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...
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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 ...
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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...
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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...
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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 ...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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