Commercial Management Blog

Rental Inspection Checklist - What Should You Look for in Orange County Rentals?

By Bell Properties Thursday, May 9, 2019

Inspecting your rental home serves two important purposes. First, it allows you to look for deferred maintenance that your tenant may not have reported. Second, it allows you to see if your tenant is following the terms of your lease. Every landlord should inspect the property be...

How to Evict a Tenant - A Step by Step Eviction Process in Orange County

By Bell Properties Thursday, May 2, 2019

Eviction is not a pleasant process for anyone. Hopefully, you have done a thorough job of screening your tenants and there’s an unlikely chance that you’ll ever have to evict a renter. But, unexpected things happen all the time, and your otherwise good tenant might su...

Hiring an LA County Property Manager vs. Self Managing - What is Best for You?

By Bell Properties Thursday, April 25, 2019

Whether you have made an intentional choice to buy an investment property or you are preparing to rent out a home you inherited or once lived in, you’ll have to decide whether you’re going to manage it on your own or hire a professional management company to take care...

5 Common Questions to Ask a Los Angeles Property Manager

By Bell Properties Thursday, April 18, 2019

When you’re looking for a Los Angeles property manager, it’s a good idea to do some research. You’ll want to visit the websites of local companies and investigate their online reputations. Read some reviews and take a look at their affiliations and associations....

Tips on Handling Security Deposit Returns - LA County Property Management

By Bell Properties Thursday, April 4, 2019

If there is one area that inspires the most disputes between landlords and tenants, it’s the security deposit. Tenants always think they are leaving the home in pristine condition and deserve to get their entire deposit back. Landlords often think that even wear and tear is...

Do You Need to Change Property Management Companies in Orange County?

By Bell Properties Thursday, March 28, 2019

Change can be scary, especially when the change involves one of your greatest investments: your rental property or your rental portfolio. However, if your current Orange County property management company isn’t delivering, it’s absolutely critical that you find new ma...

Should you Rent or Sell Your Investment Property? - Los Angeles Out of State Landlord Advice

By Bell Properties Thursday, March 21, 2019

Deciding whether to sell or rent out your home can be a difficult decision. Ultimately, it will depend on your financial situation and your future plans. It also depends heavily on both the sales market and the rental market. If you’re moving out of town for work, military ...

What Does a Los Angeles Homeowners Association Board do for You?

By Bell Properties Thursday, March 14, 2019

One of the things we specialize in at Bell Properties is association management. Whether you have a homeowner’s association or a condo association, we can support your board, your residents, and your community. We have the tools and resources to help you run your HOA board ...

How to Find the Best Tenants in LA County

By Bell Properties Thursday, March 7, 2019

When you’re renting out a property in Los Angeles County, one of the most important things you will do is choose a tenant. The tenant you place will have a major impact on your rental experience. When you place an outstanding tenant who pays rent on time, takes good care of...

Multi-Family Guide 101: What You Need to Know in LA County

By Bell Properties Saturday, March 2, 2019

A multi-family property is a building that has two or more residential units under one roof. Los Angeles County provides a unique market for investors who want to purchase multi-family properties. There are many good reasons to invest in these properties, and if you find yourself...

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