How San Rafael Landlords Should Communicate With Tenants During Wildfires
By PRANDI Property Management Wednesday, January 21, 2026
For San Rafael landlords, wildfire season no longer feels like a distant headline; it feels personal. One windy afternoon can turn into smoke-choked skies, evacuation alerts buzzing on phones, and anxious tenants asking urgent questions you may not yet have answers to. In th...
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Should You Turn Your Marin Home Into a Long-Term Rental in 2026?
By PRANDI Property Management Wednesday, January 7, 2026
As 2026 begins, many Marin homeowners find themselves rethinking what comes next for a property that represents both lifestyle and legacy. Home values remain high, yet selling can feel like giving up a rare asset too soon. At the same time, short-term rentals, once a flexibl...
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AB 628 Compliance: Making Appliances Mandatory by the Next Lease Cycle
By PRANDI Property Management Sunday, December 21, 2025
Picture this: your tenant shrugs at the old carpet but panics when the fridge dies the week their kids start school. That call is about to carry more legal weight. Beginning January 1, 2026, California’s AB 628 will treat a working stove and refrigerator as essential p...
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Rental E-Bike Rules Under SB 712: Safety, HOA Guidelines, and Insurance Considerations
By PRANDI Property Management Sunday, December 7, 2025
You unlock the front door for a quick inspection and freeze. A tenant’s e-bike is parked in the living room, battery plugged into the wall, charging on the hardwood you paid to refinish. Your first instinct is to say, “Absolutely not, get this out of here.”...
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Rising Insurance Costs in Marin County: How Landlords Can Protect NOI
By PRANDI Property Management Friday, November 21, 2025
That envelope looks harmless until you see the new premium. Your Marin County rental’s insurance didn’t just creep up; it leapt, well beyond what you can raise under rent caps. The broker mentions “market conditions” and a FAIR Plan backup. Your calcu...
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Protecting Your Tenants and Property from Wildfires in Marin County
By PRANDI Property Management Friday, November 7, 2025
Wildfire in Marin County isn’t a headline. It’s smoke slipping through window screens, red flag texts at 6 a.m., and tenants asking if they should pack a bag. If you own rentals in Novato, San Rafael, Mill Valley, or Sausalito, your homes sit where neighborhoods ...
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Tenant Relocation and Rights to Return During Renovations in San Rafael
By PRANDI Property Management Tuesday, October 21, 2025
When landlords in San Rafael plan major renovations, one of the biggest concerns tenants face is: Do I have to move out, and will I be able to return afterward? At Prandi Property Management, we know how important these questions are for both landlords and tenants. Understan...
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Northgate Town Square Redevelopment: How New Supply Could Shift San Rafael Rental Demand
By PRANDI Property Management Tuesday, October 7, 2025
The much-anticipated Northgate Town Square redevelopment project in San Rafael, CA, is officially moving forward, signaling one of the most significant transformations in Marin County’s recent history. The redevelopment of the former Northgate Mall into a vibrant mixed...
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Should You Invest in a Single-Family or Multi-Family Rental Property in San Rafael?
By PRANDI Property Management Sunday, September 21, 2025
If you’ve ever stood on a San Rafael hillside, latte in hand, you know this market has its own rhythm: a mix of Bay Area ambition and Marin County charm. For landlords and investors, though, the question isn’t whether San Rafael is desirable…it’s how to p...
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Selling vs. Holding in San Rafael, CA: What Investors Should Consider Before Making a Move
By PRANDI Property Management Sunday, September 7, 2025
So you’re staring at your San Rafael rental and the question hits: do you keep it like a prized vinyl record, or sell before the market spins a whole new track? You’re not alone; many landlords in Marin are facing similar challenges. San Rafael’s market lea...
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