Posts by Kristan Pennington

Pets play a special role in our lives, but it can get slightly confusing when discussing emotional support animals (ESAs) and service animals. Did you know that even a tiny horse can be a service animal? Both ESAs and service animals offer emotional support, but they're not exactly twins. To find the right furry friend […]

Murrieta, California – a city that's growing and booming! Nestled in the heart of Southern California, Murrieta is on the fast track to becoming your next favorite place to call home. It's not just another suburban sprawl; it's a thriving, lively community with a character all its own. Sure, it's known as a bedroom community, but […]

“I have a Homeowner’s Insurance policy; do I really need a Landlord Policy?” According to Allstate, “Landlord insurance is a policy for someone who rents out a home they own. This type of insurance typically includes two different types of coverage: property and liability protection. Both coverages are intended to help protect you, the landlord, from financial losses. Over the […]

People ask us this all the time, “My tenant has not paid rent, now what do I do? How much does it cost to file an eviction on my tenant? My short answer is, the cost depends on the County in which the rental property is located. The long answer is, “the cost is more […]

Ever experienced a Friday night frenzy like this?: You roll up to your doorstep, Friday night fatigue heavy in the air, excited to unwind and kick off the weekend. With anticipation, you reach into your pocket, pull out your key, and insert it into the lock. But wait – it won't budge. Panic trickles in […]

Providing Insights into the property management world. Property management looks a lot different today than it did 15 years ago or even 2 years ago. COVID-19 and the Eviction Moratorium changed how landlords and property management companies conduct business.

In the nearly 40 years of property management, we've never seen so many mold remediation situations as we have in the last seven months, from slab leaks to kitchen sink leaks to showers leaking behind the walls to roof leaks. You name it. We've seen it over the last several months. My speculation for the […]

Imagine owning a slice of paradise in Orange County – a lush property that radiates comfort and luxury. You've done everything meticulously, dotting all the i's and crossing all the t's. Credit checks, work history verifications, reference calls – the whole nine yards. Even a decent deposit was secured. Yet, fate's fickle hand has dealt […]

Elevate the charm of your residence or rental property by incorporating a distinctive array of flora, such as the elegant Matilija Poppy, the robust Shaw's Agave, and the graceful Giant Wild Rye. Creating an exquisite landscape may appear daunting. Why? It's because you must select the right plants while managing the costs. However, it's crucial […]

Orange County is in Southern California, home to Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, and Angel’s Baseball team. Not to mention some fantastic beaches. There are nearly 40 cities found in Orange County, so we have broken them down into “regions” so as not to bore you with bios of all the cities. Let’s talk about the […]

Naturally, shortly after enrolling in High School, for some, possibly sooner, you start thinking about what College to attend. If you aren’t familiar with Riverside and your options for many colleges, I am here to help you. Riverside is best known for the Orange Groves, The Mission Inn, and the Festival of Lights, but Riverside is […]

Summer has arrived here in California, which means sunny days ahead and perfect weather for the beach. Let’s be real…any day is good for the beach. We are fortunate to have some of the most beautiful beaches. The perfect beach awaits you whether you are a surfer, splasher, or sunbather. Ready to hit the beach […]