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Blog Post Mill Valley’s Lease to Locals Program: How Marin Property Owners Can Earn Incentives to Rent Long Term

Mill Valley’s Lease to Locals Program: How Marin Property Owners Can Earn Incentives to Rent Long ...

By PRANDI Property Management Thursday, May 7, 2026
Owning rental property in Marin can feel like a balancing act. A strong month can be followed by vacancy, repair costs, changing rules, or the constant work of keeping a rental profitable without letting it take over your life. For many Mill Valley owners, the goal is no lon... More +
Blog Post A Marin Landlord’s Checklist for Repairs, Claims, and Habitability

A Marin Landlord’s Checklist for Repairs, Claims, and Habitability

By PRANDI Property Management Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Owning a rental in Marin County can be deeply rewarding, but it rarely stays quiet for long. One “small” drip under the sink turns into warped cabinets, then a musty smell, then a worried text from your tenant at 9 p.m. Suddenly, you’re juggling contractors, dea... More +
Blog Post The California FAIR Plan in Marin County: What Landlords Need to Know

The California FAIR Plan in Marin County: What Landlords Need to Know

By PRANDI Property Management Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Owning rentals in Marin County usually means familiar rhythms: budgeting for repairs, planning for turnover, and keeping the property in good shape. Insurance used to be part of that routine, until it wasn’t. Lately, landlords are opening non-renewal notices, watching ... More +
Blog Post Security Deposit Accounting: Photo Standards Marin County Landlords Can Use

Security Deposit Accounting: Photo Standards Marin County Landlords Can Use

By PRANDI Property Management Saturday, March 21, 2026
Landlords across Marin County know security deposit disputes are rarely about the money alone. They’re about proof. A tenant turns in the keys, you spot the new stains and wall marks, and by the time you’re pricing a carpet cleaning, a message hits your phone: &l... More +
Blog Post Wildfire Smoke Complaints: A Landlord Response Checklist

Wildfire Smoke Complaints: A Landlord Response Checklist

By PRANDI Property Management Saturday, March 7, 2026
In San Rafael, wildfire smoke doesn’t arrive with much warning; it shows up in your inbox. One tenant says the living room smells like a campfire. Another asks if it’s safe for their toddler to sleep with the windows closed. Someone forwards an AQI screenshot and want... More +
Blog Post Marin Real Estate Outlook 2026: What Investors Need to Know

Marin Real Estate Outlook 2026: What Investors Need to Know

By PRANDI Property Management Saturday, February 21, 2026
If you own a rental in Marin, you know this county plays by its own rules. The buy-in is high, the upkeep is not cheap, and small mistakes can get expensive fast. The upside is just as real: well-run properties here tend to stay desirable, even when the broader market cools.Most ... More +
Blog Post How 2026 Rental Laws and Trends Affect Marin Property Owners

How 2026 Rental Laws and Trends Affect Marin Property Owners

By PRANDI Property Management Saturday, February 7, 2026
If you own a rental in Marin, you have probably felt it. What used to be “standard” now comes with new rules, more paperwork, and higher expectations. In 2026, California’s rental requirements keep shifting in ways that show up in real life, from what your unit ... More +
Blog Post How San Rafael Landlords Should Communicate With Tenants During Wildfires

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... More +
Blog Post Should You Turn Your Marin Home Into a Long-Term Rental in 2026?

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... More +
Blog Post AB 628 Compliance: Making Appliances Mandatory by the Next Lease Cycle

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... More +

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