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Prepare Your Home for Fall with These End-of-Summer Maintenance Tips
Prepare your home for colder weather with this end-of-summer maintenance checklist. From gutter cleaning and roof checks to HVAC tune-ups and tree trimming — simple steps that prevent damage and lower energy bills.

Why Tenants Leave and How Proactive Retention Saves You Thousands
Reduce tenant turnover and save thousands with proven tenant retention strategies for owners and onsite managers. Practical guidance on maintenance SLAs, renewal incentives, and cost comparisons.

Scam-Safe Renting, A Verification Playbook
A step-by-step playbook to help renters spot scams, verify listings, and protect their money and personal data before signing a lease or paying fees.

4 Tips to Keep Your House in Tip Top Shape
Small, regular actions prevent expensive repairs. Use this four-part plan to keep your home safe, efficient, and ready for the long term.

Southern California rentals vs the Nation, August 2025
National rents are flat, the median sits at $1,402 and is down 0.8 percent year over year. Southern California remains a premium market, coastal cities lead on price while the Inland Empire absorbs price-sensitive demand. Los Angeles and San Diego hold high absolute levels with measured growth, Orange County is steady off a higher base, Ventura shows the firmest year over year gains, Riverside remains the value anchor with quicker response to concessions. Our full report compares each subregion with national benchmarks, includes charts, and outlines pricing moves that preserve rate without sacrificing speed to lease.

4 Outdoor Design Tips Backed by What Homeowners Actually Use
Outdoor upgrades are only worth it if they’re used. From native landscaping to biophilic design, these four research-backed principles show what really drives outdoor space satisfaction—and why thoughtful planning matters more than trendy features. Learn how to align outdoor design with real lifestyle needs, minimize maintenance, support well-being, and boost long-term home value.

The Apartment Amenities California Renters Prioritize in 2025
California renters in 2025 expect more than just four walls—they’re searching for homes with smart tech, cooling comfort, pet-friendly perks, and remote work support. Here’s what amenities are making the difference in competitive multifamily markets.

Embracing 2025 California Design: Comfort, Style, Sustainability
California design in 2025 is warm, tech-savvy, and wellness-driven. Whether you're renting or investing, these design trends can help your space feel modern, livable, and future-ready.

Is California’s Rent Finally Cooling? What Renters and Property Owners Need to Know
California’s rental market is softening—but not uniformly. While national rents declined again in May 2025, local trends show sharp contrasts between tech hubs, inland cities, and areas affected by policy shifts. Here’s what both renters and property owners need to know to navigate the current cycle.

June 2025 California Rental Market Update
California’s rental market showed slight relief in June 2025, with average rents dipping to $2,787—but the numbers tell a more fragmented story. Studio and one-bedroom units saw sharp year-over-year declines, while larger apartments retained or even gained value. From shifting renter preferences to policy roadblocks and limited new housing, the forces shaping this market are anything but straightforwar