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6251 Gibson Ct Pleasanton Ca 94566

FOR RENT

3 bedrooms 2 baths 1370 sq feet. New Interior paint, new carpet remodeled kitchen and baths

fenced yard, quiet court and nice neighbors! $2600 mth $4000 security deposit, available now

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Can I deduct from the security deposit for carpet stains left by the vacating tenant?

Carpet Stains…

One of the most confusing and misunderstood items is the effect of the security deposit held by the owner of rental property and to the extent that deductions can be made from that deposit.
Each state has its own laws of course and the civil code relating to security deposits in California is,  California Civil Code 1950.5 – Security Deposits. Please see entire code below.

Bottom line is that you can deduct for damage caused to carpet like a hole, just like this one I found recently in a home in Livermore  CA recently vacated by “careful tenants”. What was it that caused this? I don’t know nor do i really want to know, but I had the entire room replaced by “like kind”, quality carpet by a local professional outfit and submitted a copy of the invoice to the tenants.

The law is clear about wear and tear however. You cannot deduct from a security deposit for carpet stains which are “normal wear and tear”. I have encountered many homeowners who want to have the tenant rebuild their house when they vacate, its just no on. The law is fair and reasonable. Here is the entire code. I f you need legal advice seek out an Attorney specializing in real estate.

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Property Management

Do you own a Rental property in Pleasanton, Livermore Dublin or San Ramon?

We provide a full array of property management services from A to Z including the leasing, advertising, preparing and showing  properties finding and screening tenants, collecting  rents,  eviction process and cleaning.

All tenants are met and interviewed personally by our staff, we find this is the best way to avoid future issues and problems! There is much more involved in a tenant screening than just   looking at a credit report!

Our goal is provide you with maximum income with the lowest vacancy factor possible, this is achieved by personal involvement and selection of tenants. We are not a numbers shop. We deal with a handful of mindful customers who want a careful and respectful tenant in their rental property. We too are active owners of investment property and are real estate Brokers knowledgeable in the ever changing legal climate of California.

We own investment property also, so we know what is important to you as an rental owner, hey you wouldn’t buy a Ford from somebody that drives a Chevy right? NO so deal with someone that has some ‘skin in the game’.

Call our Property Management Division today at 925 290 8410 to find out more about our program, pricing, and leasing program details.