Author: Michael

Trying to Sell a House With a Weird Smell?

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Are you dealing with some funky smells in a house that you want to sell?  Unfortunately, the smell of a home is a HUGE factor that determines whether buyers will make you an offer or not.  A home that doesn’t smell right… It doesn’t sell very fast.  Maybe you’re dealing with pet odors, mold, or … Continued

Dealing With a Leaky Roof?

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Are you dealing with a leaky roof?  Well, you’re not the first.  Believe it or not, we’ve worked with a TON of homeowners who have a leaky roof. And fortunately, it’s not the end of the world. Still, the longer you take to fix the problem, the more water damage it’s going to do… so … Continued

3 Questions to Ask When Trying to Find a Real Estate Agent

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Are you struggling to find a real estate agent that you feel like you can trust to sell your home? We get it… Some — not all, but some — real estate agents seem to just be in it for themselves and don’t really care about helping you get top-dollar on your home. They take … Continued

Tips For Getting Ahold of Tenants

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Are you struggling to get ahold of your tenants? You call, you text, you email… but they don’t respond? It can be really frustrating to deal with tenants that don’t communicate with you about important matters. At Golden Dog Properties, we’ve helped a lot of homeowners through this problem… counseling them on how to talk … Continued

6 Tips To Be A Great Los Angeles Landlord When You Live Out of State

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Having rental properties is a great way to have a steady monthly income. Beginning real estate investors typically stick to rental properties in their own area because they are familiar with the market and can easily check on their properties and make some repairs if necessary. Once you have enough experience and the means to … Continued

How To Turn Your Investment into a Great Rental Property in Los Angeles

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A great rental property depends on both tangible and intangible characteristics. Each investor will have his or her preferences for what constitutes a great rental property, but there are a few universal characteristics everyone can agree upon. Here are some ways to turn your investment into a great rental property in Los Angeles. Location Having … Continued

How To Properly Screen Tenants in Los Angeles

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Investing in real estate rentals can be a dependable source of monthly income. You found a great property you can afford in a good location in Los Angeles that is desirable to tenants. You’ve made any property improvements that were necessary, and perhaps you updated the kitchen and bathroom. Now, it’s time to find a … Continued

4 Hidden Expenses Of Owning The Wrong House In Los Angeles

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Purchasing a house is a huge commitment. There are a lot of factors that go into the process of finding a new one. You’ve selected a house in Los Angeles with the must-haves and might have made some compromises, but how do you know you’ve made the right choice? When you pull into your driveway, … Continued

Tips for Selling Your Los Angeles House During The Coronavirus Pandemic

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The real estate market is experiencing low mortgage interest rates right now which has triggered real estate buyers to jump on new opportunities! If you are ready to sell your house, don’t let the virus stop you! Buyers are buying! Here are some tips for selling your Los Angeles house during the coronavirus pandemic. Sell … Continued

Struggling with Selling Your Home

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It’s hard to let go of a home that you’ve owned for a long-time… We totally get it. We’ve helped a lot of people sell their homes in Los Angeles and many of them struggle with the process because they have an understandable emotional attachment to the property.  And we like to help people sell … Continued