The Lease World

Property management is not easy. There are times when stress is high and tenants are unreasonable. A landlord in San Diego must be careful and remember to stay calm. No matter how stubborn or irritable a tenant can be, that person has rights that must be respected.

A Sound Lease Helps

Misunderstandings can be a common problem. Both sides might be confused about the rights and obligations and a well-written lease can clear the fog. That document should include any changes created by new laws. A landlord should do a periodic review and update the language whenever it is necessary.

Issues over rent usually stem from late rent payments. A good lease will specify the due date (e.g., the first day of the month, etc.) Tenants do have a right to privacy, but the landlord has a right to inspect the property. The inspection process should be included in the lease, which explains why inspections are taking place and how the inspection will be arranged and conducted.

Damage happens and repairs are necessary. A landlord should never permit tenants to do a “Do It Yourself” project because it causes more problems. The lease must specify how damage and maintenance issues should be reported and how they will be handled.

Landlords in San Diego must appreciate that the lease administration is a daily activity. No one can ignore the request for repairs or complaints about noise levels. A landlord with an extensive real estate portfolio is going to have trouble meeting all their tenants’ needs. It is especially true if properties are owned in several suburbs, each with its own rules regarding apartments. A busy landlord only has so much time.

The Value of a Third-Party

Lease administration is complicated for many landlords because they are not familiar with the process. That is why it is such a smart decision to hire a third-party. Property management companies in San Diego are exceptionally good at handling leases. These  know the ins and outs of these contracts. Alta Vista Properties knows how to administer leases effectively.

We Are Transparent

It is essential to be upfront with tenants about the lease. Alta Vista Properties is available to answer any questions about the lease and point out the obligations within the clauses. We welcome the opportunity to discuss the lease with a new tenant before it is signed.

We develop a relationship with tenants that makes lease management much more manageable. Our residents trust us because of their experience with us. They all know that Alta Vista Properties will deal fairly and honestly with them. The lease these tenants sign is a document that we will use to manage apartments. Deadlines and responsibilities are firmly outlined within the lease and we update those leases when legal changes require it.

A client can anticipate few problems when Alta Vista Properties is the property manager. We encourage prospective clients to check us out and find out from other people how Alta Vista Properties interacts with tenants. We have nothing to hide and frankly, we are immensely proud of our dealings with tenants. Many will renew their leases because they are very comfortable with the way we handle things.

Lease administration is one of our many services. We also offer electronic transfers of rent, guaranteeing that the monies are received safely by the landlord, handle all the vacancy marketing, process new tenants, and provide financial reports for our clients. We work closely with property owners and make sure that everything is in good order. You can expect your properties to be more profitable and better managed when you use Alta Vista Properties. We are a property management company in San Diego that goes the extra mile for clients.

Please do inquire at any time about our property management services. We can be reached at 858-274-3600 or by email at info@altavistaproperties.net. We look forward to hearing from you and answering your questions.