Owner Resources & Advice

Property Management Education & Landlord Advice

If you’re looking for some basic property management answers, be sure to check out our Los Gatos Property Management Blog, where Real Estate Connections answers popular questions posed by Santa Clara County real estate investors and landlords. You’ll find information on pet policies, tenant screening, security deposits, how to avoid evictions and much more. We share our expertise and our advice on our blog. Follow along to get your most common questions answered. Learn from our experience and avoid costly mistakes.

Blog Categories: Investor Education & Owner Knowledge

When you’re ready to read some blogs and watch some videos, you’ll find information on topics such as:

  • Getting the most from your rental property
  • Finding and keeping great tenants
  • Understanding property management fees
  • How to manage maintenance
  • Pet policies and the difference between service and support animals

The list of topics is extensive, and you’ll find you have a lot to learn – whether you’re a new landlord or an experienced investor.

Featured Blogs

Where Should You Invest in Property Management in California?

Where Should You Invest in Property Management in California?

Every investor knows that the most expensive investment properties are found in California. You’re not going to be happy if your primary concern is cash flow. However, if you’re comfortable with modest or even negative cash flow in the short term in order to make major gains in the long term, California is where you want to be.

read more
What San Jose Property Managers Do For You – Stories from the Field with Laurelle

What San Jose Property Managers Do For You – Stories from the Field with Laurelle

At Real Estate Connections, we have been in the business of managing properties for decades. Our experience has provided us with a number of unique stories; some of them success stories and some of them tales of how we creatively solved problems. If you’re thinking about hiring us to manage your investment home, we’ll tell you all about the good work we can do on your behalf.

read more
What San Jose Property Managers Do For You – Stories from the Field with Mike

What San Jose Property Managers Do For You – Stories from the Field with Mike

We have been sharing some stories from our talented property management team to demonstrate how we work and what we do for our owners and tenants. Today, we have another post in our Stories from the Field series, and we aren’t sure if you’re going to enjoy it, but you’ll surely learn from it. Mike’s story is not something you want to experience at your own rental property. But if you do, you know we’re here to help.

read more
What are San Jose Tenants Responsible For in a Rental Property?

What are San Jose Tenants Responsible For in a Rental Property?

Maintaining a rental property falls to both landlords and tenants. As a property owner, you’re required to provide a safe and habitable home. As tenants, renters are required to help you keep that property clean and well-maintained. Make sure everyone understands their responsibilities before the lease is signed and the keys handed over.

read more
How to Avoid Long-Term Vacancies in Your San Jose Rental Property

How to Avoid Long-Term Vacancies in Your San Jose Rental Property

A vacant rental property doesn’t make an owner any money, and that’s why you want to keep your rental home occupied with a good tenant who pays on time and takes care of the home. Vacancies are expensive in the long term as well; your ROI suffers and you never have a chance to earn back the money you’ve lost.

read more

Happy Customer

 

Very large quotation mark

Real Estate Connections has managed my property for two and half years. I am very satisfied with their service. From looking for the tenant, managing the repairs, to the monthly detailed statements, they managed everything so well that I didn’t worry at all. Nicole who was my property manager always responded quickly, negotiated rent increase, and looked after everything for me. In fact, Nicole managed my property so well that I didn’t go to see my property once. I will definitely recommend REC to my friends.

-Nan

 

NARPM Logo
MLS Logo
California Association of Realtors Logo
National Association of Realtors Logo
Silicon Valley Association of Realtors Logo
Santa Clara County Association of Realtors Logo
Equal Housing Opportunity Logo

What People Are Saying About Us?

4.9/5
4.9 /5
320 Reviews

Survey
5.0/5
Oct 19, 2022
Real Estate Connections Kimberly
It took a bit to cycle through the phone situation however this was taken care of over the weekend after hours almost immediatley.
Survey
5.0/5
Aug 21, 2022
Real Estate Connections Heather
We’ve had a good experience renting from Real Estate Connections. The house is very nice, including the HVAC system that filters the air. If we ever have a maintenance request, it’s resolved in a timely manner.
Survey
5.0/5
Jul 19, 2022
Real Estate Connections Jennifer
The response time for my recent maintenance needs has been very quick and the vendors are always so friendly, quick and resolve the issues. Thank you!
Survey
5.0/5
Apr 23, 2022
Real Estate Connections Josue
Thanks for make. Great job.
Survey
5.0/5
Apr 21, 2022
Real Estate Connections Kimberly
Electrician was very helpful and thorough!!

Want to Learn More?

If you’d like to learn more about our properties and what it’s like to work with Real Estate Connections, get in touch. We’d be happy to talk more about our rental properties, our application requirements, and our leasing process.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

ABOUT US

REC Rentals Logo

Real Estate Connections has been in the business of property management, property leasing and real estate investments since 1952

Affiliated Companies:
Sunburst Properties: Sacramento Property Management
Portola Property Management: Santa Cruz Property Management

CONNECT WITH US

15495 Los Gatos Blvd. Suite 9 Los Gatos, CA 95032
Monday through Sunday, 24/7
info@rec-rentals.com
Call Us Today:   408.873.2100