# Bay Property Group



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- [REAL ESTATE](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/real-estate): Please contact our offices at (510) 836-0110 or call toll-free (855) 381-8570 for more information about our real estate services and listing information.

- [PILLARS OF PROPERTY MANAGEMENT](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/pillars-of-property-management): These six pillars are the building blocks of good property management and the hallmarks of Bay Property Group.

- [OVERVIEW](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/resident): We can help you in your rental search in Oakland, San Francisco, Cupertino and throughout the Bay Area. Please contact us to get started.

- [Site Map](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/site-map): Site map of the AppFolio Riviera template

- [PAY RENT ONLINE](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/pay-rent-online): Our residents can pay their rent online through their resident portal at any time. Fill out the form here to request your tenant portal activation link!

- [VACANCIES](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/vacancies): View our available rental vacancies throughout the Bay Area including Oakland, San Francisco, and Cupertino, California. Contact Bay Property Group today for more information or easily apply online through our website.

- [OWNER STATEMENTS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/owner-statement): Our property owners can access their financial statements online at any time through a secure portal system. Log in here to view your statements!

- [April Update](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/april-update): From the desk of your success coach and our Managing Director, Ethan Brown.

- [ESSENTIALS IN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/essentials-in-property-management): At Bay Property Group, we offer the expertise and skills you need to protect and enhance the value of your rental investment. 

- [Blank Page](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/blank-page): As the Managing Director of Bay Property Group, Ethan Brown is committed to helping you power through your real estate challenges.

- [What Sets Us Apart](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/what-sets-us-apart): Bay Property Group is well-qualified to help you get the most out of your rental investments in the Bay Area.

- [OUR COMPANY](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/about-us): Our team offers more than 30 years of combined experience to clients in Oakland, San Francisco, Cupertino and throughout the Bay Area.

- [BLOG](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/blog): In an earlier post, we said that one of the foremost things on the minds of outgoing tenants – even before they ask themselves how to get that giant sofa around a narrow doorway – is if and when the landlord is going to return the security deposit. Given such an appreciable amount of money …

- [AFFILIATIONS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/affiliations): Bay Property Group is proud to be associated with these great Bay Area affiliations and companies. We believe in close ties to the community and enjoy supporting our affiliates.

- [MANAGEMENT SERVICES](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/management-services): Our property management services can help you protect your investment in Oakland, San Francisco, Cupertino and throughout the Bay Area.

- [Legal Services](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/legal-services): Since we have paired up with Bornstein Law, investment property owners can have peace of mind knowing that they are tethered to a law firm that practices landlord-tenant law on a daily basis. 

- [CONTACT](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/contact-us): Contact us at Bay Property Group to discuss your property management and rental needs in Oakland, San Francisco, Cupertino and throughout the Bay Area.

- [HOME](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/): We offer professional property management services to a variety of clients throughout the Bay Area, including Oakland, San Francisco and South Bay.

- [OUR TEAM](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/our-team): Daniel Bornstein, Esq. Broker of Record CALBRE License: 01517094 daniel@baypropertygroup.com Ethan Brown Managing Director ethan@baypropertygroup.com Vickie Lazio East and South Bay Portfolio Manager vickie@baypropertygroup.com Jonas Judd Global Income Property Advisor, CIPS, TRC San Francisco Sales Development and Leasing CALBRE License: 01887356 jonas@baypropertygroup.com Philippe Dela Cruz East and South Bay Leasing Agent CALBRE License: 01985916 philippe@baypropertygroup.com …


## Blog Posts


- [Paddling your own canoe in maintenance and repairs](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/paddling-your-own-canoe-in-maintenance-and-repairs)

- [Tightening loose door knobs](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/tightening-loose-door-knobs)

- [How to reset a circuit breaker](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/how-to-reset-a-circuit-breaker)

- [Addressing electrical issues](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/addressing-electrical-issues)

- [Putting sliding doors back on track](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/putting-sliding-doors-back-on-track)

- [Preventing organic growth in the bathroom from shower steam](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/preventing-organic-growth-in-the-bathroom-from-shower-steam)

- [Cleaning kitchen range hoods](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/cleaning-kitchen-range-hoods)

- [Clearing out dryer lint](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/clearing-out-dryer-lint)

- [Dealing with a refrigerator or freezer iced over](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/dealing-with-a-refrigerator-or-freezer-iced-over)

- [Resetting your garbage disposal](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/resetting-your-garbage-disposal)

- [Patching small holes in walls](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/patching-small-holes-in-walls)

- [Changing batteries in a malfunctioning smoke detector](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/changing-batteries-in-a-malfunctioning-smoke-detector)

- [Changing light bulbs](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/changing-light-bulbs)

- [New Oakland program for tenants to dispose of bulky trash](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/new-oakland-program-for-tenants-to-dispose-of-bulky-trash)

- [Dealing with a drought and reducing water costs](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/dealing-with-a-drought-and-reducing-water-costs)

- [Residents can be water wise during the drought](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/residents-can-be-water-wise-during-the-drought)

- [New mold notifications and how to prevent it from forming](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/new-mold-notifications-and-how-to-prevent-it-from-forming)

- [Rental history will now be a consideration in qualifying for a Fannie Mae mortgage](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/rental-history-will-now-be-a-consideration-in-qualifying-for-a-fannie-mae-mortgage)

- [Space saving tips for renters during the pandemic](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/space-saving-tips-for-renters-during-the-pandemic)

- [Unauthorized roommates and subletting](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/unauthorized-roommates-and-subletting)

- [Frights for landlords and tenants on Halloween night](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/frights-for-landlords-and-tenants-on-halloween-night)

- [Becoming the eye of the renter with virtual tours](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/becoming-the-eye-of-the-renter-with-virtual-tours)

- [Cardboard consequences of the pandemic](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/cardboard-consequences-of-the-pandemic)

- [Coronavirus help for tenants](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/coronavirus-help-for-tenants)

- [California rent caps and eviction controls in a nutshell](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/california-rent-caps-and-eviction-controls-in-a-nutshell)

- [Now is the time to get a checkup on your building's roof](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/now-is-the-time-to-get-a-checkup-on-your-building-s-roof)

- [THE PLIGHT OF THE ACCIDENTAL LANDLORD](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/the-plight-of-the-accidental-landlord)

- [CHANGING LAWS IN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/changing-laws-in-property-management)

- [SLAYING THE BEAST OF REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/slaying-the-beast-of-repairs-and-maintenance)

- [JOIN A TRADE GROUP DEDICATED TO RENTAL HOUSING PROVIDERS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/join-a-trade-group-dedicated-to-rental-housing-providers)

- [SETTING PROPER RENT AMOUNTS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/setting-proper-rent-amounts)

- [TAKEAWAYS FROM REPORT ON STATE OF THE RENTAL PROPERTY INDUSTRY](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/takeaways-from-report-on-state-of-the-rental-property-industry)

- [Restoring your property to full potential with exterior painting](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/restoring-your-property-to-full-potential-with-exterior-painting)

- [THIRD PARTY PAYMENTS DO NOT CREATE TENANCIES](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/third-party-payments-do-not-create-tenancies)

- [REFRESHER OF SAN FRANCISCO FIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/refresher-of-san-francisco-fire-safety-requirements)

- [MILLENNIALS ARE A DRIVING FORCE IN THE RENTAL MARKET](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/millennials-are-a-driving-force-in-the-rental-market)

- [SPEAKING TO MILLENNIAL RENTERS ON THEIR OWN TERMS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/speaking-to-millennial-renters-on-their-own-terms)

- [WHAT AN AGING BABY BOOMER POPULATION MEANS TO BAY AREA RENTAL PROPERTY OWNERS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/what-an-aging-baby-boomer-population-means-to-bay-area-rental-property-owners)

- [ATTRACTING BAY AREA RENTERS LOOKING TO LIVE GREEN](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/attracting-bay-area-renters-looking-to-live-green)

- [THERE IS MUCH INSECURITY SURROUNDING SECURITY DEPOSITS FOR BAY AREA LANDLORDS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/there-is-much-insecurity-surrounding-security-deposits-for-bay-area-landlords)

- [WHAT RENTAL HOUSING PROVIDERS CAN LEARN FROM THE DIAMOND INDUSTRY](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/what-rental-housing-providers-can-learn-from-the-diamond-industry)

- [KNOCK KNOCK. WHEN AND WHY BAY AREA LANDLORDS CAN ENTER THE UNIT](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/knock-knock-when-and-why-bay-area-landlords-can-enter-the-unit)

- [NEW-GEN TECHNOLOGY TO IMPROVE THE EXPERIENCE OF BUSY RENTERS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/new-gen-technology-to-improve-the-experience-of-busy-renters)

- [WILDFIRE-INSPIRED GARAGE DOOR SAFETY BILL](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/wildfire-inspired-garage-door-safety-bill)

- [GUIDE FOR FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/guide-for-first-time-homebuyers)

- [MOVING TO THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/moving-to-the-san-francisco-bay-area)

- [CREDIT CONSIDERATIONS WHEN RENTING IN THE BAY AREA & GETTING IT IN TIP-TOP SHAPE](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/credit-considerations-when-renting-in-the-bay-area-getting-it-in-tip-top-shape)

- [NEW RICHMOND FERRY STOP WILL EASE EAST BAY COMMUTE](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/new-richmond-ferry-stop-will-ease-east-bay-commute)

- [RENTERS INSURANCE COVERS YOUR BELONGINGS AND MORE](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/renters-insurance-covers-your-belongings-and-more)

- [MOVING TO THE BAY AREA — THE GOOD, BAD AND UGLY OF MOVING COMPANIES](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/moving-to-the-bay-areathe-good-bad-and-ugly-of-moving-companies)

- [SUSTAINABILITY TIPS SIZED JUST RIGHT FOR RENTERS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/sustainability-tips-sized-just-right-for-renters)

- [SAN FRANCISCO APARTMENT LIVING TO ENJOY THE GOLDEN YEARS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/san-francisco-apartment-living-to-enjoy-the-golden-years)

- [ASSISTANCE FOR SAN FRANCISCO EDUCATORS BUYING THEIR FIRST HOME](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/assistance-for-san-francisco-educators-buying-their-first-home5cce733a)

- [FINDING A BAY AREA APARTMENT WITH WALKABILITY TO EVERYTHING ELSE YOU NEED](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/finding-a-bay-area-apartment-with-walkability-to-everything-else-you-need)

- [TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR SAVVY BAY AREA RENTERS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/tax-deductions-for-savvy-bay-area-renters)

- [RENTING IN ALBANY CALIFORNIA](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/renting-in-albany-california)

- [FIRST TIME HOMEOWNERSHIP FOR SAN FRANCISCO FIRST RESPONDERS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/first-time-homeownership-for-san-francisco-first-responders)

- [USING UNLICENSED CONTRACTORS A ROULETTE WHEEL FOR LANDLORDS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/using-unlicensed-contractors-a-roulette-wheel-for-landlords)

- [ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF HIRING BAY PROPERTY GROUP MANAGEMENT](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/economic-benefits-of-hiring-bay-property-group-management)

- [ONLINE REVIEWS THE NEW NECCESSITY FOR RENTAL HOUSING PROVIDERS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/online-reviews-the-new-neccessity-for-rental-housing-providers)

- [NEW YEAR WILL USHER IN STATEWIDE RENT CAPS AND EVICTION CONTROLS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/new-year-will-usher-in-statewide-rent-caps-and-eviction-controls)

- [HIRING A BAY AREA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY VS. LEASING AGENT](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/hiring-a-bay-area-property-management-company-vs-leasing-agent)

- [WHAT HAYWARD’S RESIDENTIAL STABILIZATION AND TENANT PROTECTION ORDINANCE MEANS TO RENTAL HOUSING PROVIDERS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/what-haywards-residential-stabilization-and-tenant-protection-ordinance-means-to-rental-housing-providers)

- [CONCORD WEIGHS RENT CONTROL PROPOSALS](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/concord-weighs-rent-control-proposals)

- [FINDING AND RETAINING LONG TERM RENTERS IN THE BAY AREA](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/finding-and-retaining-long-term-renters-in-the-bay-area)

- [CONDUCTING A PROPER MOVE-OUT INSPECTION FOR YOUR BAY AREA RENTAL UNIT](https://www.baypropertygroup.com/conducting-a-proper-move-out-inspection-for-your-bay-area-rental-unit)