Property Management Blog

For many landlords, 2020 was a very tough year if you experienced a vacancy, or had a tenant who was impacted by the pandemic. Looking to put the pain of last year in the rear-view mirror may be a more difficult task in 2021. Most... read more >>

Tenant retention helps you avoid vacancy and turnover costs, and it also establishes a consistent schedule of incoming rents. Many of the rental property owners we talk to are always asking how to retain tenants. Let’s ... read more >>

Cal West Property Management serves property owners and investors in San Jose and the surrounding areas. We are Julie and Robert Collins, and we have been the owners and brokers at Cal West Property Management for 20 years. Today,... read more >>

There are a lot of proactive things you can do while marketing your rental property in San Jose. These tips we are sharing today will help get the quickest response and generate the most interest. Focus on the Marketing Title You ... read more >>

Many landlords are worried about San Jose tenant eviction, and that’s understandable. The process is expensive and time consuming. Today, we are sharing some tips to help you avoid an eviction.  Understanding Eviction... read more >>

Finding a good tenant in San Jose requires a careful screening process. You want to make sure you’re placing a strong tenant who will take good care of the property. Today, we’re sharing some tips on how to do that.&n... read more >>

Property management companies range from small mom and pop shops to major corporate giants who dominate local markets. There’s a lot to discover as you go through the process of choosing a San Jose property manager, and it ... read more >>

2nd Quarter Housing Statistics. Life beyond the boom for the Bay Area Rental Market read more >>

Qtr 4 housing stats quite revealingWhat has changed?The fourth quarter housing numbers are out for San Jose and what can we say? During the most challenging quarter of the year for rentals our office experienced a bit of a l... read more >>

Hello all, I didn't blog on the third quarter housing numbers but I have been keeping track. Since 2009 I have been reviewing data provided by the City of San Jose. This data comes out quarterly and it helps us develop strategi... read more >>