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May 16, 2022

Electrical Fire Safety Quick Tips

Over half of all home electrical fires involve lighting equipment or home electrical wiring. Plug only one heat-producing appliance (such as a coffee maker, space heater, or microwave) directly into a wall outlet at a...

April 11, 2022

What is “Normal Wear and Tear”?

When Residents move out, it is standard practice to conduct a walk-through of the rental property to check for damages. If damages are detected, the repair costs will be deducted from the Resident’s security deposit....

March 29, 2022

Mold Prevention Tips

Mold and mildew spores are present in any environment! It is impossible to eliminate all mold and mildew (especially in the wonderfully rainy Humboldt.) Don’t worry, we have some tips for keeping mold at bay...

March 29, 2022

Green Cleaning

The last thing you want to do is dump toxic chemicals into the environment in the name of cleaning, right? Although there are many companies that make full lines of environmentally-sensitive cleaning products, making homemade...

March 29, 2022

Won’t you be my neighbor?

Being on bad terms with your neighbor can make life miserable. You go home to relax- why would anyone want to dread seeing the person they live next to? But taking the time to establish...

January 31, 2022

Required Fire Inspections for Rentals

Humboldt Bay Fire is “committed to community service through leadership, vision, and integrity.” This aligns with Real Property Management’s mission to “improve lives and our community by elevating property management standards.” Because of this aligned...

December 10, 2021

8 Ways to Prevent Ants from Entering Your House

One of the more troublesome and annoying common household pests is the ant. During the winter, these critters begin seeking warmth, shelter and start searching for food, and if we’re not careful they may start...

November 16, 2021

Tidying Up Your Eureka Landscapes for Winter

As the autumn leaves begin to fall and summer flowers fade, it is important to clear them out of your rental property’s garden and yard before the warm days are replaced with cold winter days....

May 28, 2021

How to Reduce Your McKinleyville Moving Costs

A vast majority of renters consider moving to be a stressful and expensive time. Hiring professionals can minimize the burden of moving, but it does come with a high price tag, maybe to the tune...

April 30, 2021

E-cigarette Smoking Policy in Rental Homes

E-cigarette use is on the rise, and being touted as an effective means to quit smoking tobacco. It is easy to spot a person using an E-cigarette from the cloud of vapor surrounding them. Whether...