Bay Area Property Management Blog

By Legacy Property Management - Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Fairfield Security Deposit Law Update (2026): What Landlords Need to Know

Fairfield and California Security Deposit Law Update: What Changed and What Still AppliesWhat Fairfield Housing Providers Need to Know in 2026Security deposit rules in California continue to evolve, and recent changes have created confusion for many rental property owners—espec...

By Legacy Property Management - Thursday, February 19, 2026

Sacramento Energy Upgrade Update: Major Incentives Available for Multifamily Properties

Sacramento Energy Upgrade Update: Major Incentives Available for Multifamily PropertiesWhat Sacramento Housing Providers Need to Know in 2026Energy efficiency and electrification are becoming central priorities in California rental housing, and 2026 is bringing meaningful financi...

By Legacy Property Management - Sunday, February 15, 2026

Why Hiring a Professional Property Manager in 2026 Is No Longer Optional

Why Hiring a Professional Property Manager in 2026 Is No Longer OptionalCalifornia Rental Ownership Has Entered a New EraIn 2026, owning rental property in California is fundamentally different than it was even two years ago. Legislative complexity, tighter compliance standards, ...

By Legacy Property Management - Monday, February 9, 2026

Lawmakers Revisit Limits on Single-Family Rental Home Purchases

Lawmakers Revisit Limits on Single-Family Rental Home PurchasesWhat Roseville Property Owners and Investors Need to Know in 2026California lawmakers are once again preparing to debate legislation that could restrict who is allowed to purchase and rent single-family homes. While s...

By Legacy Property Management - Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Fairfield Fair Housing Rules Remain Unchanged Despite Federal Rollbacks

Fairfield Fair Housing Rules Remain Unchanged Despite Federal RollbacksWhat Fairfield Housing Providers Need to Know in 2026Recent shifts at the federal level are changing how fair housing laws are interpreted and enforced nationwide. However, for housing providers in Fairfield�...

By Legacy Property Management - Wednesday, January 21, 2026

AB 1157 Rent Control Proposal Will Not Advance: What Sacramento Rental Property Owners Need to Know

AB 1157 Rent Control Proposal Will Not Advance in 2025: What Sacramento Rental Property Owners Need to Know California rental housing laws continue to evolve, and for property owners in Sacramento, staying informed is essential to protecting long-term investments. A recently pro...

By Legacy Property Management - Monday, December 29, 2025

Landlord 101: California Landlord Laws 2026: What Sacramento Rental Property Owners Need to Know

Managing a rental property in California isn’t just about collecting rent—it’s about navigating one of the most complex landlord-tenant legal environments in the country. With frequent legislative changes, expanding fair housing protections, and increasing local regulations...

By Legacy Property Management - Monday, August 4, 2025

Why East Bay Landlords Are Heading to MultiâFamily Investments in 2025

The East Bay rental market is evolving—and so are the strategies of savvy property investors. In 2025, a growing number of Sacramento, Concord, and Roseville landlords are shifting from single-family rentals to multi-family properties as a way to build stability, boost return...

By Legacy Property Management - Monday, July 28, 2025

The 5-Year Rental Plan: How to Future-Proof Your Property in a Shifting Market

Owning a rental property in California can be a smart investment—but only if you’re playing the long game. Rising regulations, tax pressures, and changing tenant needs are reshaping what it means to be a successful landlord.That’s why savvy owners aren’t just collecting r...

By Legacy Property Management - Monday, July 21, 2025

CA Court Ruling Threatens Three-Day Eviction Notices

California Supreme Court May Depublish Confusing “Three-Day Notice” RulingOn July 21, 2025, the California Apartment Association (CAA) formally asked the California Supreme Court to depublish a recent appellate decision that created ambiguity around the content required for l...