Owner FAQs

Q: Do you offer protection from property damages caused by the tenant?

A: We do collect a security deposit from the tenant, which can be up to 2 times the monthly rent per California State Law. When the tenant vacates, the security deposit can be used to cover any unpaid rent, unpaid fees, and damages to the property.

Q: How do you qualify a tenant?

A: Per California Landlord/Tenant Law, we qualify applicants based on Income /Employment Verification; Rental History with Landlord Reference, and Credit Worthiness based on timely payment of credit accounts; bankruptcies, foreclosures, repossessions, collections and evictions. All of this is included in the management fee; there is no extra charge.

Q: How long does it typically take for you to find a qualified tenant to rent out the property?

A: This depends on a few factors. Competitive market price, availability/competition, condition of the property and quality of the amenities. The key is to make sure the property is priced accurately for the market and that the property is marketed through all the appropriate channels.

Q: What avenues does your company use in order to advertise properties for rent?

A: We place a sign in front of your property (whenever possible), a full size detailed ad is posted on Craigslist.com with pictures, as well as advertising on our website. We also advertise in The San Jose Mercury News and other publications as determined by the property manager and the owner.

FEES

Q: Are there fees for contacting maintenance staff/third-party maintenance vendors to perform repairs?

A: No, you would only pay the vendor for their work. Major projects may have a fee involved which would be agreed upon in advance.

Q: Do you add a mark up to work performed by outside vendors?

A: No, we do not charge maintenance override fees. We do not add any mark up to their invoice. If the plumber charges $100, you would be charged $100.

Q: Do you charge fees if the unit is vacant for any of the following reasons: inability to find tenant, tenant moving out, transition periods between finding old and new tenants?

A: No.

Q: Do you charge start-up, turnover, or leasing fees?

A: No.

Q: What are the property management fees?

A: The management fees vary based on the type of property. Please call for more information. If a unit is vacant, we are not collecting a management fee while a tenant is being found.

Q: What is your fee for tenant placement?

A: $0 Our management fee is based solely on the collected monthly rent. If we are not collecting rent for your property, there is no fee.

OTHER QUESTIONS

Q: Does your company provide itemized monthly financial statements?

A: Yes we do. Our monthly statements consist of a computer generated cash flow and a detailed general ledger.

Q: How available is the property management staff to respond to tenant needs?

A: Our office is open Monday thru Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm. In the event of an after hours or weekend emergency, we have an experienced Property Manager on call available to assist the tenants at all times.

Q: How experienced and responsive is your maintenance staff and/or third-party maintenance vendors?

A: Cal Western has a well-experienced and well-rounded maintenance staff. We screen vendors for liability and workers compensation insurance. We have a long list of trusted vendors for virtually anything in needs of repair.

Q: How many properties does your company currently manage?

A: We currently manage approximately 1,000 properties in Santa Clara County.

Q: How much experience does your company have in property management (not including experience in real estate sales)?

A: Cal Western has been doing Property Management since 1969. That is our specialty. We are not a Real Estate Sales Office so we don’t normally sell property. However, the owners are Licensed California Real Estate Brokers so we are able to sell property at the owner’s request.

Q: What steps are taken to ensure that the property is in "rentable" condition? Re-painting walls? Walk through? Etc. Are there charges associated with that?

A: We will coordinate all repairs and walk through inspections needed to ensure the property is in rentable condition. From carpet, linoleum and paint to changing locks, light bulbs, and smoke detector batteries…we can handle everything. We don’t charge for coordinating the repairs. The only charge is the cost of the work.

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What People Are Saying About Us

Google
5.0/5
Dec 20, 2023
Google - Babu - Cal-Western Property Management
I worked with Mary Joy from Cal-Western for my home rental needs. My experience was awesome. Our need was urgent as we lost our home in a fire and in dire need for a place to stay and start rebuilding. Mary Joy was instrumental in helping us get in to the house quickly. She worked with our temporary housing agent and was able to get the approval done in less than a day. She also helped us get information on furniture rentals and moved the application quickly so we were able to move in with in less than a week. She was also a joy to work with with an everlasting smile on the face. Cal-western also has a website where we can do rental payments, raise maintenance requests quickly. I will recommend this company for anyone searching for a home.
Google
5.0/5
Oct 7, 2023
Google - Jennifer - Cal-Western Property Management
Thank you Sara for reaching helping us get after hours in getting a Plummer to our apartment so quickly! You’re the best!
Google
5.0/5
Aug 10, 2023
Google - Mia - Cal-Western Property Management
The locations are quiet despite the fact that it is next to the gas station. I like the area and the neighbors are all quiet.,,,, I feel very happy when makeila manayer as she attends to all my needs cal - western safe
Google
5.0/5
Jun 21, 2023
Google - T - Cal-Western Property Management
My son rented a house near San Jose State University (SJSU) managed by Sara @ Cal-Western. I'm very satisfied with Sara as a property manager. She responded quickly when my son and his housemate reached out to her for help with an incident at the rental property. Sara also responded quickly and acted immediately to have a plumber come right away (in the same day) to fix the plumbing issue. I would definitely recommend Cal-Western as Sara is an excellent property manager. Further, the rental property on 7th Street in San Jose is right across the street from the SJSU campus, and so it is very convenient and safe to quickly get to school.
Google
5.0/5
Jun 6, 2023
Google - Michael - Cal-Western Property Management
Sheila was incredibly helpful during my move in.
Google
5.0/5
Apr 20, 2023
Google - Acut3triangle - Cal-Western Property Management
This review is specifically for Grace Salgado, who was our property manager for a little over a year. She was extremely easy to work with, always prompt when responding to any calls, texts or emails. We had a few repairs during our stay and they were taken care of within a few business days. The property we stayed at was beautiful and well-taken care of. If we ever needed to rent again, I would definitely reach out to Grace and see what she has available.
Google
5.0/5
Dec 20, 2022
Google - Niel - Cal-Western Property Management
Michaela Coppock manages a property for us. She is professional, responsive, intelligent, pro active and conscientious in looking our for our tenants and for the property - she represents Cal Western well!!! She's the best!!
Google
5.0/5
Dec 14, 2022
Google - Danielle - Cal-Western Property Management
I had the pleasure of working with Grace Salgado as my property manager for almost a decade. Every request was honored in a timely manner, all repairs were done including pest control, plumbing and heating issues. I would absolutely use their service in the future, especially with Grace.
Google
5.0/5
Oct 7, 2022
Google - BIGPICKS - Cal-Western Property Management
I came to cal western management in search of renting with no hesitation I was greeted and helped in time I found my desired place of rental Casey from cal western management was honest which helped with my decision I haven't had a issue I love my place of rent and what needed to get fix was done in a proper time I'm very satisfied with management so far price reasonable quiet area and no pest so far its a winning situation for me so good luck to those who read this
Google
5.0/5
Sep 14, 2022
Google - Erika - Cal-Western Property Management
I have been renting from Cal Western for almost 10 years maybe even more. when im moving from one place to another they manage both. It makes finding a new place so painless, and convenient. In my experience with my prop manager (Michaela) she is supper professional and polite. she is quick about getting things set up, fixed, or confirming you have been accepted on a rental. I highly recommend the Cal Western property management. Quick, & professional. The front desk ladys are always supper nice and welcoming. Thank you Michaela and cal western.
Google
5.0/5
Sep 4, 2022
Google - Juan - Cal-Western Property Management
I pick up some stuff that they had to get rid off chairs an file cabinets
Google
5.0/5
May 26, 2022
Google - Laurissa - Cal-Western Property Management
I have been renting from Cal Western for almost 4yrs now. I am moving from one apartment to another they manage both. It makes finding a new place so painless, and convenient. In my experience with the different managers they are professional and polite. They are quick about getting things set up, fixed, or confirming you have been accepted on a rental. I highly recommend the Cal Western property management. Quick, & professional.
Google
5.0/5
May 4, 2022
Google - Kyle - Cal-Western Property Management
Machaela is great! She made my move-in experience easy and welcoming. She also helped me to navigate some maintenance issues that got fixed quickly.
Google
5.0/5
Apr 28, 2022
Google - Steven - Cal-Western Property Management
Great careers in maintenance.
Google
5.0/5
Apr 5, 2022
Google - Fadi - Cal-Western Property Management
great service, great people
Google
5.0/5
Mar 9, 2022
Google - Margarita - Cal-Western Property Management
Buscas casa de renta esta es tu mejor opción yama y encontrarás tu nuevo hogar
Google
5.0/5
Jan 28, 2022
Google - Amar - Cal-Western Property Management
Great Managment company
Google
5.0/5
Nov 12, 2021
Google - Daniel - Cal-Western Property Management
So far so good. We are tenants and so far have been at the property for over a month. Grace the property manager has been nothing but a pleasure to talk to. Had to put one work order and it was handled ASAP. They also have an app that makes it easy to pay rent.
Google
5.0/5
Nov 3, 2021
Google - Dijon - Cal-Western Property Management
Tenant at a property that is overseen by Marie ruiz. Since we've moved in she has been more then helpful. Request are usually taken care of within 2 days. Very easy to communicate with and is very responsive. Ps. Loving the unit.
Google
5.0/5
Oct 23, 2021
Google - R.E. - Cal-Western Property Management
My friend has lived on their properties for over 21yrs
Google
5.0/5
Jun 30, 2021
Google - Maria - Cal-Western Property Management
Marie Ruiz was very pleasant to work with! Not only was she very responsive and answered all my questions she was extremely nice! She is very efficient and always willing to help. 🙂
Google
5.0/5
Jun 9, 2021
Google - Antoinette - Cal-Western Property Management
Cal Western has been my management company for over 11 years now and I've had no issues with them. Any maintenance problems I've had have always been addressed and resolved in a timely manner. Marie is so kind and professional.
Google
5.0/5
May 18, 2021
Google - Vicki - Cal-Western Property Management
The staff at Cal-Western have been very responsive to all my requests and extremely friendly. I'm thankful for their assistance in helping me get into my new home!
Google
5.0/5
Apr 27, 2021
Google - Jim - Cal-Western Property Management
A professionally run organization.
Google
5.0/5
Apr 2, 2021
Google - Veronica - Cal-Western Property Management
Had a great experience when I moved in. Fast response.

Want to Learn More?

If you’d like to learn more about our properties and what it’s like to work with Cal-Western Property Management, get in touch. We’d be happy to talk more about our rental properties, our application requirements, and our leasing process.

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Cal-Western Property Management

1270 South Winchester Blvd., Suite 127 San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 554-1818
Toll Free: (800) 393-1818
(408) 246-8941
info@calwestern.com
DRE #: 01191882