Welcome to the FBS Rent Sense Blog. We will be posting weekly Rent Sense Articles written by Neil and Chris. These articles can also be seen in major publications such as the San Diego Union Tribune. Our goal is to bring quality information to help counsel those already in or interested in the industry. Check […]
Landlord/Tenant Questions & Answers Ted Kimball, Esq. December, 2018 1. Question: If we serve a three-day notice and the tenant decides to move out, is the tenant responsible to pay the monthly rent until the apartment is leased? Answer: So long as you attempt to relet the premises, the tenant is still liable for the […]
Q- I was hired as the manager at this community 5 months ago. During my interview process I indicated that I had a standing commitment to a family cruise in December. The regional that hired me indicated that it should be no problem since I would take the time as unpaid leave. Well, that regional […]
Best Practices for Independent Rental Owners – The New Year is Your Opportunity By Lucinda Garland, CPM®, GRI® FBS Property Management We have asked FBS Vice President, Lucinda Garland, to present a series of articles “Best Practices for Independent Rental Owners” that will be available in various publications from time to time and become a […]
We have asked Ted Kimball, Esq. with Kimball, Tirey and St. John to share the November 2018 Landlord questions and answers! 1. Question: If a tenant is evicted, does he forfeit his security deposit? Answer: Even though a tenant is evicted, he still has a right to an accounting of the use of his security […]
Ms. Management Q. I am a leasing agent for a third-party property management company with a sizeable portfolio of large multifamily properties; some in lease-up and others undergoing major renovation. I have been in the industry for 2 years and with the same company. During my tenure I have been moved throughout the portfolio which […]