As we near the Thanksgiving Holiday, it is certainly of great importance to GIVE THANKS for the beauty in our world. As days get shorter and lists of Things To Do get longer, taking a minute to appreciate can change perspective as well as allow for more detailed planning for the coming New Year. Our last blog centered on the importance of keeping a close eye on Mother Nature and performing proactive duties to protect the health of your property. Another important point is to ensure that your Insurance plan coverage is both thorough as well as tailored to the specific location/geographical needs of your property. For example, a property located in South Pasadena will likely not require high coverage for Damage Caused by Aircrafts as, say, a property within 5 miles of Los Angeles International Airport. Similarly, a home nestled in beautiful San Marino may not need as much protection for Hillside Mudslide Risk as a property in the hills of Studio City. With regards to the units we manage, a home or property in sunny Southern California can probably forgo the cost of Snow, Sleet, and Ice insurance more so than you would in Illinois' Windy City. Having the knowledge and wherewithal to discern what you need and what could save important money is part of our responsibilities as Property Managers. As part of our commitment to you as Owner, our work centers on not only streaming Tenant Relations but assessing the effectiveness of fiscal commitments including your Insurance responsibilities. If you have any questions on how we can advise your Insurance Policies for your income properties contact us!

As the Holidays steadily approach there are a few key points all Owners should keep in mind to maintain the health and happiness of properties and tenants alike. The first on our list this year is preparation for the weather system known as El Nino. As forecasters predict records inches of rain fall it is imperative that Owner and Property Managers alike begin proactive maintenance and repairs to help heed off any unnecessarily catastrophic events. First and perhaps most important of these measures is the inspection and repair of all Gutter and Drain Systems on premises. A quick fix to either of these items can be an affordable, relatively quick procedure and save countless dollars in the future. Next, the state of every Roof including Roof Access area, doors, and locks must absolutely undergo inspection. Being that Roofers are in tune to the high demand for their services during Rainy season, it is in an Owner/Managers interest to book these appointments far in advance to ensure that the roof in questions receives the necessary attention as well as to provide adequate time to address any unexpected, dormant issues. The condition of your Roof effects a vast amount of maintenance issues within a property including, but not limited to, wall conditions, plumbing, flooring, electrical hazards, and more. Not to mention the irate tenants that will result from a leaky roof and subsequently damaged belongings. At Maximum Realty and Property Management, you can rest assured that our schedule of proactive maintenance is in use every day to keep your property in top shape.  And, to be completely honest, there are times that relationships and networks alone may be what an Owner or property needs to expedite the pr