Sacramento Property Management Blog

The Myth of the Perfect Tenant

Many landlords believe the best strategy is to wait for the perfect tenant. Perfect credit. Perfect income. Perfect rental history. Perfect timing.While that sounds reasonable in theory, in practice it often leads to one very real and very expensive outcome. Vacancy.At PMI Americ...

Tech-Driven Comfort: How Smart Homes Are Redefining Sacramento Rentals

The rental market in Sacramento is undergoing rapid change as tenants increasingly prioritize modern living experiences over traditional amenities. They’re looking for homes that are intuitive, connected, and sustainable, spaces that adapt to their lifestyle rather than the...

How to Price Your Rental in a Cooling Market Sacramento Edition!

Sacramento’s rental market has shifted. After years of rapid rent growth, 2024 and 2025 brought higher inventory, tougher competition, and tenants who have far more choices than before. Many landlords respond emotionally to this change, holding firm on yesterday’s pri...

The Hidden Costs of a Vacant Rental — How Smart Property Management Saves You $$$

Vacancy is one of the most expensive and underestimated risks for Sacramento rental property owners. A home sitting empty does far more than “lose a month of rent.” Every day without a tenant quietly chips away at your annual income, often in ways owners do not see un...

AB 12: What Sacramento Landlords Need to Know About the New Security Deposit Limits in 2025

California has rolled out a major change that every rental property owner needs to understand and it’s already reshaping how Sacramento landlords prepare their properties, screen tenants, and structure their leases. Assembly Bill 12 (AB 12) dramatically reduces the maximum ...

Avoiding Evictions in Sacramento: 7 Proven Strategies That Work!

Evictions are one of the most stressful and expensive challenges a landlord can face. Between lost rent, legal fees, property damage, and the time involved, a single eviction can set an owner back thousands of dollars. At PMI American River, we understand how critical it is to pr...

Why Proper Maintenance Is the Key to Strong Tenant Retention

When most owners think about keeping great tenants long term, they focus on pricing, lease terms, or incentives. While those factors matter, one element consistently outperforms all the others when it comes to tenant satisfaction and renewal rates: maintenance.In the world o...

Five Mistakes That Cost Landlords Thousands and How to Avoid Them

Managing a rental property can be both rewarding and challenging. Even experienced landlords occasionally make decisions that lead to unnecessary expenses or legal risk. At PMI American River, we have seen how small oversights can turn into costly lessons. Here are five of the mo...

Property Management During the Holidays: Keeping Things Merry, Bright, and Well Managed

The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year, and not just for shoppers. For property managers, December brings a unique mix of challenges and opportunities. Between travel plans, weather changes, maintenance requests, and end of year accounting, the season requires...

California’s Rental Market Struggles Under a Flood of Inventory

As 2025 nears its end, California’s rental market is transitioning from a period of growth to a period of correction. After several years of escalating rents and record-low vacancy rates, signs of softening are now emerging. While some coastal metros remain strong, many int...