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Blog Post Positive Rent Reporting Is Now the Law in California: How Merced Landlords Can Turn It Into a Retention Advantage

Positive Rent Reporting Is Now the Law in California: How Merced Landlords Can Turn It Into a Retent...

By Chosen Property Management Monday, September 21, 2026
What If Every On-Time Rent Payment Made Your Tenants Want to Stay?Every month, your best tenants pay rent on time—and until recently, that reliability did absolutely nothing for their credit scores. California's Assembly Bill 2747 (AB 2747) changes that. The law now req... More +
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California Now Requires Working Stoves and Refrigerators: What AB 628 Means at Your Next Lease Renew...

By Chosen Property Management Monday, September 7, 2026
The Two Appliances That Just Became the Law of the Land in California RentalsSign a lease, renew a lease, or even amend a lease in California after January 1, 2026, and two kitchen appliances instantly become your legal responsibility: a working stove and a working refrigerator. ... More +
Blog Post How Recent Tenant Screening Law Changes Affect California Landlords

How Recent Tenant Screening Law Changes Affect California Landlords

By Chosen Property Management Friday, August 21, 2026
A rental application used to feel like the first step toward filling a vacancy. Now, in California, it can also be the first piece of evidence in a compliance dispute. Recent tenant screening law changes, including AB 2493, have made the application process more structured, ... More +
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Should You Hire a Property Manager or Self-Manage in Merced, CA?

By Chosen Property Management Friday, August 7, 2026
A 2 AM maintenance call has a way of changing how “passive” rental income feels. One minute, your Merced rental is building wealth in the background. Next, you are chasing down a plumber, reviewing lease terms, answering tenant texts, and wondering whether that monthl... More +
Blog Post Why You Should Change Locks Between Tenants in California Rentals

Why You Should Change Locks Between Tenants in California Rentals

By Chosen Property Management Tuesday, July 21, 2026
When a tenant hands over the keys and moves out, it may feel like one chapter has closed and another is ready to begin. But before welcoming a new resident into your California rental property, there's one critical task that should never be overlooked: changing the locks.Many... More +
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Secure Online Rent Collection Systems and Why They Matter for Landlords

By Chosen Property Management Tuesday, July 7, 2026
For many landlords, rent day can feel like a waiting game. Will payments arrive on time? Did a tenant forget to mail a check? Is that money order lost somewhere in transit? These common frustrations can create unnecessary stress, disrupt cash flow, and add hours of administrative... More +
Blog Post How Bulk Pricing and Vendor Networks Benefit Rental Property Owners

How Bulk Pricing and Vendor Networks Benefit Rental Property Owners

By Chosen Property Management Sunday, June 21, 2026
Managing rental properties in a competitive market like Merced, CA, requires more than just collecting rent; it demands efficiency, cost control, and a strategy for long-term growth. One of the most effective ways landlords can improve profitability is by leveraging bulk pricing ... More +
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Move-In and Move-Out Inspections Explained for California Landlords

By Chosen Property Management Sunday, June 7, 2026
For landlords in Merced, CA, and throughout California, move-in and move-out inspections are not just good practice—they’re a legal necessity. Governed by California Civil Code §1950.5, these inspections play a critical role in documenting a rental property&... More +
Blog Post How to Market Your Rental Property to Students Near UC Merced

How to Market Your Rental Property to Students Near UC Merced

By Chosen Property Management Thursday, May 21, 2026
Marketing a rental property to students near UC Merced requires a targeted approach that speaks directly to what students and their parents value most: convenience, affordability, safety, and flexibility. With a growing student population and increasing demand for off-campus hous... More +
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Mid-Year Rental Property Audit Checklist for California Landlords

By Chosen Property Management Thursday, May 7, 2026
Owning rental property in California, especially in a competitive market like Merced, means staying ahead of maintenance, legal compliance, and tenant safety. A mid-year rental property audit is one of the smartest ways for landlords to protect their investment, reduce liability,... More +

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