New Carbon Monoxide Detector Legislation!

New Legislation You

Should be Aware Of!

SB 183 - Carbon Monoxide Detectors

As some of you have probably heard, California has recently passed new legislation requiring all single family homes to have a carbon monoxide detector installed by June 1, 2011 if there is presence of a gas-burning appliance (gas range, water heater, dryer, etc.). Similarly, this new law will take effect for all multi-family dwellings by January 1, 2013.

The penalty for not installing proper detectors can be up to $200 for each offense, after a 30 day notice to correct. Fortunately, unlike regular smoke detectors CO detectors only need to be replaced about every 7 years.

Here at PRANDI we are taking appropriate measures to ensure that all our vendors are aware of this new legislation and are installing the proper smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in all PRANDI properties moving forward. We are also going to be sending out reminders and notices to all our clients reminding them that this will need to be done in the near future and to expect this necessary expense!

Please look out for more information in the PRANDI Press this month!

For more information visit: Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLC's website and click on "Legislative Update for 2011" or visit http://www.realtown.com/articles/view/legislative-update

New Year, New Ideas

In 2010 we updated our property management software to stay on the cutting edge of technology. In 2011 we revamped our website to refresh and strengthen our image.

This month, we have made sure the website changes were fully implemented so our clients can efficiently navigate to find the information they need. This week, we have added additional "face-lifts" by updating the site with a modern feel.

Today, our staff will continue to be involved with the Marketing Department, coming up with great ideas that will better our business here at PRANDI. We will continue to strengthen our presence in the areas we are already visible. We will make ourselves known in the places we are less likely seen. We are branding our name into recognition. We are hitting the ground running in 2011.

San Anselmo & Fairfax Markets are Blooming!

For those of you who do not know, PRANDI is broken into office teams. Although we work very closely with one another, and often times our "team lines" are crossed into one another, I work with Dana as her Assistant Property Manager.

There has certainly been a lot going on this month at PRANDI. January has been a busy month for us, especially our team, in that we are listing new properties or have more new listings in the pipeline than ever before for this typically "quiet" month of the year. The San Anselmo / Fairfax market is blossoming, and Dana and I are excited as we both grew up in that area and are very familiar with those areas. We love our hometowns are and are happy to be working there so frequently!

We recently listed three Fairfax homes (just within the last two months), of which two rented quickly and the third will hit the market next week. Watch for the newest 3 bedroom 2 bath single family home!

Along with the business in the other areas of Marin that we do, we are very excited about THIS market!

February Newsletter

Here is PRANDI's February 2011 Newsletter "The PRANDI Press"

We send this newsletter to our managed clients every month with their monthly statement!

Spare the Air Alerts

Remember, if you have a fireplace, Spare the Air Alerts are in effect all winter-long. Make sure to check http://www.sparetheair.org/ before you use your fireplace or it could result in a hefty fine!

January Re-Cap for 2010

I am finding that the rental market in Marin has been fairly stable and not too adversely affected by the poor economy. Surprisingly, December was a very busy month here at PRANDI and properties that were priced right rented quickly. I don’t know if I would call it either a renter’s market or a rental owner’s market as the inventory has increased, due to the slower sales market, and the number of people looking for a rental has also increased. This has resulted in a stable market with healthy competition and a good pool of potential quality tenants. The smartest thing an owner can do is offer a quality product home (in good condition and pristine) and market/ list it at a reasonable price.

Now that there is a nice break in the weather, I suggest owners clean off roofs and gutters. Leaves have been falling and getting knocked down in the recent rain storms and it would be good to take this opportunity to clear things out before the next rain storm.

New Rental Listing -- 128 Morning Sun Avenue, Mill Valley!

New Mill Valley Listing for Lease! – 128 Morning Sun Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941

We’ve just listed a very charming 2 bedroom/2 bathroom single family home in Mill Valley with hardwood floors, spacious bedrooms, private washer and dryer, storage, and large outdoor deck with gardening area! Great location near award winning schools including Tamalpais High School, and just blocks away from public transportation. Wonderful sunny location ready for lease!

$2,500/month—1 year lease preferred, non-smoking, and a cat is okay with an increase in security deposit.

For more details or to schedule a showing please contact us at 415-482-9988 or the agent directly at christine@prandiprop.com.

Don't miss out -- this home will go quickly!!

To see our other listings please visit out website at www.prandiprop.com.