San Francisco Bay Property Management Blog

In the heat of the moment, it can sometimes feel like all maintenance issues are emergencies, however, there are some issues that do need to be addressed right away and others that can wait until normal business hours.So, what constitutes a maintenance emergency and what can wait...

Congrats on deciding to take the first step in hiring a property manager! We want to break down the process of what to expect when hiring a property manager and what to expect when working with Kenny Realty.Initial MeetingFirst, we’ll set up an initial meeting. This can be ...

At Kenny Realty, we take these 4 steps to qualify a rental applicant. 1. Income Verification When an application comes in, we first verify the potential tenant’s income. We suggest gross income to equal 3 times the rent or more, but each landlord can set their own requirem...

We take great pride in being Diamond Certified. It is our mission to serve all of our clients with a seamless experience. Whether an owner, looking for management, a tenant with a repair issue or someone trying to buy or sell their home, we use our expertise to help you with what...

Did you recently move into a new home? Or are you just ready to upgrade your decor? Here are 7 easy home decorating ideas you can do right away!1. Revamp your Front PorchAdding a little life to your front porch can be super simple! Some ways you can do this is by:Adding a welcome...

Buying a new home is super exciting but can also be a little overwhelming. It’s not something you do every day, so even if you’ve been through it before, we’re here to guide you along the way! Your realtors will help make buying a new home a smooth experience. H...

Can you believe we’re coming up on a new year!? A new year is a perfect time to organize your home. It’s a fresh start, a time when we’re feeling motivated and ready to improve all areas of our lives.  I don’t know about you but a new year is a time w...

Can you believe it’s that time of year again?? Time for the hustle and bustle of the holidays! There are tons of things you can do in the San Francisco Peninsula this time of year. Check out our Ultimate Winter Bucket List! How many can you cross off the list? Winter Bucke...

Some things in life you want to DIY, but if you can’t or don’t know how to do it yourself, make it easier on yourself by hiring someone to do it for you. You wouldn’t want to fly a plane if you haven’t had the proper education, right? Or volunteer to host ...

1. Read your lease. No, seriously read it. It won’t be the most exciting night table material but you’ll thank yourself when you do read it. A lease is a binding legal contract. It creates a binding relationship between you and your landlord. What are you agreeing to? If you ...