Everything Apartments Thu, 05 Mar 2026 04:32:43 -0500 https://www.everything-apartments.com en-us © 2026 Everything Apartments yes 2ecc0fa9-8825-5566-9ea5-17a391dc4271 Eric Christopher episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Eric Christopher https://storage.buzzsprout.com/hj3qbrr6ue8r489oabz387gmnyy0?.jpg Everything Apartments Everything Apartments E45 - Property Sales Series - Part 3 Everything Apartments E45 - Property Sales Series - Part 3 As the listing marketing proceeds full steam, offers begin to come in. How best do we analyze and respond to offers to elevate your position as a Seller and then create a smooth and efficient closing? Find out more in this episode

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com 

]]> As the listing marketing proceeds full steam, offers begin to come in. How best do we analyze and respond to offers to elevate your position as a Seller and then create a smooth and efficient closing? Find out more in this episode

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com 

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-18515778 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0500 1332 full false Everything Apartments E44 - Property Sales Series - Part 2 Everything Apartments E44 - Property Sales Series - Part 2  Once an Owner decides to sell and lists the property with us, the marketing process begins. In this episode, we demonstrate the best way to prepare and then present the property offering to the Buyer pool to identify the  most probable buyers and create more offers.

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com 


]]>  Once an Owner decides to sell and lists the property with us, the marketing process begins. In this episode, we demonstrate the best way to prepare and then present the property offering to the Buyer pool to identify the  most probable buyers and create more offers.

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com 


]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-18151119 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500 861 full false Everything Apartments E43 - Property Sales Series - Part 1 Everything Apartments E43 - Property Sales Series - Part 1 When an Owner begins to consider selling investment real estate, there are many questions to be answered -- What is the end goal? What is the value of the property to be sold and what strategy will yield the best outcome? In the first episode of our Property sales series, we discuss the initial steps to achieving the highest value sale. 

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> When an Owner begins to consider selling investment real estate, there are many questions to be answered -- What is the end goal? What is the value of the property to be sold and what strategy will yield the best outcome? In the first episode of our Property sales series, we discuss the initial steps to achieving the highest value sale. 

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-17953216 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400 912 full false Everything Apartments E42 - Faster Leasing Using Open Houses Everything Apartments E42 - Faster Leasing Using Open Houses Filling your vacancy as fast as possible with a good tenant is always a challenge. In this brief episode we explore using open houses to get more showings of your unit in a short period of  time

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Filling your vacancy as fast as possible with a good tenant is always a challenge. In this brief episode we explore using open houses to get more showings of your unit in a short period of  time

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-17242212 Wed, 28 May 2025 14:00:00 -0400 477 full false Everything Apartments E41 - Improved Leasing Lead Process Using Appfolio Everything Apartments E41 - Improved Leasing Lead Process Using Appfolio  As Apartment owners and managers, none of us are immune to having a vacant unit from time to time. The speed and efficiency with which we can harvest a new tenant is key to maintaining and improving cash flow. In this episode, we dissect our process for making the most out of our leasing leads to get a good Tenant faster. 

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]>  As Apartment owners and managers, none of us are immune to having a vacant unit from time to time. The speed and efficiency with which we can harvest a new tenant is key to maintaining and improving cash flow. In this episode, we dissect our process for making the most out of our leasing leads to get a good Tenant faster. 

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-17029071 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0400 1072 full false Everything Apartments E40 - Long Beach Apartment Sales Update Everything Apartments E40 - Long Beach Apartment Sales Update In this episode we briefly analyze 2024 and rolling 6-month sales trends on Long Beach apartment complexes. How has the market acclimation to the new interest rate environment and turbulence in the insurance market reflected in sales activity and prices?

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
 eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

 

]]> In this episode we briefly analyze 2024 and rolling 6-month sales trends on Long Beach apartment complexes. How has the market acclimation to the new interest rate environment and turbulence in the insurance market reflected in sales activity and prices?

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
 eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

 

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-16866826 Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:00:00 -0400 695 full false Everything Apartments E39 - Apartment Electrical Everything Apartments E39 - Apartment Electrical Apartment electrical is one of the big systems we as Owners and Managers are challenged with but is one that is largely not understood, at least for this property manager! In this episode, we visit with Kim Hopkins, Owner of The Electrical Connection, a 40 year old electrical contractor specializing in property management

The Electrical Connection
https://www.theelectricconnection.com/
818-446-0888

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Apartment electrical is one of the big systems we as Owners and Managers are challenged with but is one that is largely not understood, at least for this property manager! In this episode, we visit with Kim Hopkins, Owner of The Electrical Connection, a 40 year old electrical contractor specializing in property management

The Electrical Connection
https://www.theelectricconnection.com/
818-446-0888

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-16029178 Thu, 31 Oct 2024 19:00:00 -0400 1907 full false Everything Apartments E38 - 1-4 Unit Lending Everything Apartments E38 - 1-4 Unit Lending In this episode, we visit with Nick Pantuso, an excellent source for financing on 1-4 units. We take a brief economic dive as it relates to loans and the importance of not waiting to buy real estate, but buying real estate and waiting

Nick Pantuso
805-390-4788
nick@ndpfunding.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com


]]> In this episode, we visit with Nick Pantuso, an excellent source for financing on 1-4 units. We take a brief economic dive as it relates to loans and the importance of not waiting to buy real estate, but buying real estate and waiting

Nick Pantuso
805-390-4788
nick@ndpfunding.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com


]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-15239164 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1818 full false Everything Apartments E37 - Tenant Buyouts Everything Apartments E37 - Tenant Buyouts The eviction process in Los Angeles County has become an increasing time and money pit for Apartment Owners. Tenant Buyouts, commonly termed "Cash for Keys" is a great way to cut down both time and expense. Today we visit with Sasha Struthers, an Attorney that assist you with Tenant Buyouts. 

Sasha Struthers, Esq.
Struthers Legal APC
323-982-8825 | sasha@struthers.legal

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> The eviction process in Los Angeles County has become an increasing time and money pit for Apartment Owners. Tenant Buyouts, commonly termed "Cash for Keys" is a great way to cut down both time and expense. Today we visit with Sasha Struthers, an Attorney that assist you with Tenant Buyouts. 

Sasha Struthers, Esq.
Struthers Legal APC
323-982-8825 | sasha@struthers.legal

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-14986849 Tue, 30 Apr 2024 19:00:00 -0400 1216 full false Everything Apartments E36 - Long Beach Apartment Sales Update Everything Apartments E36 - Long Beach Apartment Sales Update Interest rate increases have begun to show their effect on sales volume and pricing of Long Beach apartment properties. In this brief episode we analyze the recent sales market and provide some strategy for borrowers with loans moving to adjustable rate this year.

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Interest rate increases have begun to show their effect on sales volume and pricing of Long Beach apartment properties. In this brief episode we analyze the recent sales market and provide some strategy for borrowers with loans moving to adjustable rate this year.

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-14792833 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0400 685 full false Everything Apartments E35 - Roaches, Rodents and Racoons - Your other Tenants Everything Apartments E35 - Roaches, Rodents and Racoons - Your other Tenants Pests ranging from Cockroaches, Rats and even Racoons and Skunks love to take up tenancy in apartment complexes. While these creatures will always be around us,  we can do our best to minimize their stay. Evictions are a little different for this than with regular Tenants! Today we visit with Diego Hernandez, Owner of Lady Bugs Pest Control to discuss how we can minimize exposure to pests in our properties

Diego Hernandez - Lady Bugs Pest Control - 800-423-3396/ info@ladybugsinc.net

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Pests ranging from Cockroaches, Rats and even Racoons and Skunks love to take up tenancy in apartment complexes. While these creatures will always be around us,  we can do our best to minimize their stay. Evictions are a little different for this than with regular Tenants! Today we visit with Diego Hernandez, Owner of Lady Bugs Pest Control to discuss how we can minimize exposure to pests in our properties

Diego Hernandez - Lady Bugs Pest Control - 800-423-3396/ info@ladybugsinc.net

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-14303857 Sat, 13 Jan 2024 16:00:00 -0500 1505 full false Everything Apartments E34 - Challenges With Apartment Property Insurance Everything Apartments E34 - Challenges With Apartment Property Insurance Historically, Apartment property insurance has been something of a sleepy topic not requiring much attention. Premiums were relatively predictable year over year. But with recent changes to the insurance landscape in California, Insurers are now charging premiums of 50-100% more than the previous policy . Today we visit with Commercial Insurance expert Paul Smith for some clarity on our property insurance market.

Paul Smith - So Cal Insurance Services - 310-765-1650/ paul@socalcis.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Historically, Apartment property insurance has been something of a sleepy topic not requiring much attention. Premiums were relatively predictable year over year. But with recent changes to the insurance landscape in California, Insurers are now charging premiums of 50-100% more than the previous policy . Today we visit with Commercial Insurance expert Paul Smith for some clarity on our property insurance market.

Paul Smith - So Cal Insurance Services - 310-765-1650/ paul@socalcis.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-13979000 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0500 1951 full false Everything Apartments E33 - Apartment Investing In Tennessee Everything Apartments E33 - Apartment Investing In Tennessee Tennessee has become a white hot destination for California apartment investors and residents alike. Find out what all the excitement is about as we speak with Adam Klenk, Managing Partner of Capstone Companies, a leading multi-family brokerage in Tennessee and neighboring states. 

Adam Klenk, Capstone Companies 
adam@capstone-companies.com
800-746-3175 x7006

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Tennessee has become a white hot destination for California apartment investors and residents alike. Find out what all the excitement is about as we speak with Adam Klenk, Managing Partner of Capstone Companies, a leading multi-family brokerage in Tennessee and neighboring states. 

Adam Klenk, Capstone Companies 
adam@capstone-companies.com
800-746-3175 x7006

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-13594126 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 19:00:00 -0400 2053 full false Everything Apartments E32 Apartment Buyers! You have to check this out! Everything Apartments E32 Apartment Buyers! You have to check this out! Since starting Long Beach apartment brokerage in 2006, I've tracked the market to a level unmatched by anyone. The tool I've developed over that time will put you in the best position possible when it's time to buy another asset.

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Since starting Long Beach apartment brokerage in 2006, I've tracked the market to a level unmatched by anyone. The tool I've developed over that time will put you in the best position possible when it's time to buy another asset.

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-13391578 Fri, 11 Aug 2023 19:00:00 -0400 1069 full false Everything Apartments E31 - What's your Title? Everything Apartments E31 - What's your Title? Title Insurance is something we all know as a necessary part of a property sale or refinance. While the exposure to a claim is remote, today we talk with Doug Thompson of WFG National Title Insurance Company to understand this insurance a little better, and also help Sellers avoid delays in escrow based on title issues.

Doug Thompson, Vice President, Sales
Direct: 714-726-5321
dthompson@wfgtitle.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com




]]> Title Insurance is something we all know as a necessary part of a property sale or refinance. While the exposure to a claim is remote, today we talk with Doug Thompson of WFG National Title Insurance Company to understand this insurance a little better, and also help Sellers avoid delays in escrow based on title issues.

Doug Thompson, Vice President, Sales
Direct: 714-726-5321
dthompson@wfgtitle.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com




]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-13296469 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400 1892 full false Everything Apartments E30 - Long Beach Apartment Sales Report (Short) Everything Apartments E30 - Long Beach Apartment Sales Report (Short) Is the new interest rate environment beginning to reflect sales volume and prices? In this "micro" episode we look at quarter to quarter sales metrics of apartment sales in Long Beach and also compare how 3-4 unit properties register against their 5+ unit counterparts.

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Is the new interest rate environment beginning to reflect sales volume and prices? In this "micro" episode we look at quarter to quarter sales metrics of apartment sales in Long Beach and also compare how 3-4 unit properties register against their 5+ unit counterparts.

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-13078552 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 20:00:00 -0400 468 full false Everything Apartments E29 - Government Advocacy For Apartment Owners Everything Apartments E29 - Government Advocacy For Apartment Owners State and local governments have assumed an increasing and oft times adversarial role in the operation of rental housing. Today we speak with Janet Gagnon, Director of Government Affairs and External Relations with the Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles to learn ways Owners can join together to counter the overreach. Janet would love your questions - janet@aagla.org

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> State and local governments have assumed an increasing and oft times adversarial role in the operation of rental housing. Today we speak with Janet Gagnon, Director of Government Affairs and External Relations with the Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles to learn ways Owners can join together to counter the overreach. Janet would love your questions - janet@aagla.org

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-12810583 Mon, 08 May 2023 20:00:00 -0400 1552 full false Everything Apartment E28 - Current Apartment Lending Environment Everything Apartment E28 - Current Apartment Lending Environment Securing financing for purchase or refinance of apartment buildings is a huge component to investing and is also very dynamic. Today we visit with Michael Presser of Walker & Dunlap who is an expert in all types of apartment financing and we dissect what is happening in the current lending environment. 

Michael Presser, Senior Director, Capital Markets 
Walker & Dunlap
310-993-6043
mpresser@walkerdunlap.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com


]]> Securing financing for purchase or refinance of apartment buildings is a huge component to investing and is also very dynamic. Today we visit with Michael Presser of Walker & Dunlap who is an expert in all types of apartment financing and we dissect what is happening in the current lending environment. 

Michael Presser, Senior Director, Capital Markets 
Walker & Dunlap
310-993-6043
mpresser@walkerdunlap.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com


]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-12487423 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1664 full false Everything Apartments E27 - Required inspections for exterior balconies, decks, walkways Everything Apartments E27 - Required inspections for exterior balconies, decks, walkways Most multi-level apartment complexes have exterior stairs, walkways, decks or balconies. These exterior elevated elements (EEEs) are the subject of SB 721 which has been in place since January 2020 and requires owners to have these items inspected by January 1, 2025. Today we visit with David Tashroudian, Owner of Retrofit 1, a firm specializing in SB 721 inspections in Los Angeles. David discusses the requirements of SB 721 and what owners can and should do now to avoid the rush close to the deadline in order to gain compliance.    
David Tashroudian, Retrofit1/ 844-473-8761/ david@retrofit1.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Most multi-level apartment complexes have exterior stairs, walkways, decks or balconies. These exterior elevated elements (EEEs) are the subject of SB 721 which has been in place since January 2020 and requires owners to have these items inspected by January 1, 2025. Today we visit with David Tashroudian, Owner of Retrofit 1, a firm specializing in SB 721 inspections in Los Angeles. David discusses the requirements of SB 721 and what owners can and should do now to avoid the rush close to the deadline in order to gain compliance.    
David Tashroudian, Retrofit1/ 844-473-8761/ david@retrofit1.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-12215342 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 20:00:00 -0500 1444 full false Everything Apartments E26 - Microstorage units can increase your net income Everything Apartments E26 - Microstorage units can increase your net income Adding Microstorage units to unused space in your apartment complex is a great amenity to offer Tenants and also a great way to increase your net income. Today we  talk with Christian Sonne of Self Storage Economics who has a turn-key solution for owners that is zero dollar out of pocket to help you. Christian Sonne,  Self Storage Economics 714-234-0334 | chris.sonne@selfstorageeconomics.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Adding Microstorage units to unused space in your apartment complex is a great amenity to offer Tenants and also a great way to increase your net income. Today we  talk with Christian Sonne of Self Storage Economics who has a turn-key solution for owners that is zero dollar out of pocket to help you. Christian Sonne,  Self Storage Economics 714-234-0334 | chris.sonne@selfstorageeconomics.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 949-463-2787 
eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-12034081 Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:00:00 -0500 1407 full false Everything Apartments E25 - Escrow and 1031 Exchange Process Everything Apartments E25 - Escrow and 1031 Exchange Process Escrow is a necessary part of a property sale and a lot goes on behind the scenes, especially if there is a 1031 exchange involved. In this episode, we visit with Laura Chambers of Long Beach Escrow and Long Beach Trading Co. Laura is an expert Escrow Officer and 1031 Exchange Accomodator and gives hints on how Buyers and Sellers can help make the process as smooth as possible. She can be reached at:

Laura Chambers
Long Beach Escrow Corporation
Long Beach Trading Company, Inc.
(562) 597-3336 ext. 3
email: laura@longbeachescrow.com

]]> Escrow is a necessary part of a property sale and a lot goes on behind the scenes, especially if there is a 1031 exchange involved. In this episode, we visit with Laura Chambers of Long Beach Escrow and Long Beach Trading Co. Laura is an expert Escrow Officer and 1031 Exchange Accomodator and gives hints on how Buyers and Sellers can help make the process as smooth as possible. She can be reached at:

Laura Chambers
Long Beach Escrow Corporation
Long Beach Trading Company, Inc.
(562) 597-3336 ext. 3
email: laura@longbeachescrow.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-11711099 Wed, 16 Nov 2022 20:00:00 -0500 1949 full false Everything Apartments E24 - Short-Term Rentals In Your Apartment building Everything Apartments E24 - Short-Term Rentals In Your Apartment building Short-term rentals (Airbnb, VRBO) are a very viable business model that apartment owners can take advantage of. In this episode, we visit with Alex Jarbo, a Short term rental Developer, Syndicator and Operator. Alex provides some helpful information and tips that Owners can use to begin the process. Alex has a wealth of information available and opportunities to invest. More information: AlexJarbo.com, Sargoninvestments,com and his awesome YouTube Channel - Alex Builds

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Short-term rentals (Airbnb, VRBO) are a very viable business model that apartment owners can take advantage of. In this episode, we visit with Alex Jarbo, a Short term rental Developer, Syndicator and Operator. Alex provides some helpful information and tips that Owners can use to begin the process. Alex has a wealth of information available and opportunities to invest. More information: AlexJarbo.com, Sargoninvestments,com and his awesome YouTube Channel - Alex Builds

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Buzzsprout-11458164 Fri, 07 Oct 2022 12:00:00 -0400 1642 full false Everything Apartments E23 - Eviction Attorney Dennis Block Everything Apartments E23 - Eviction Attorney Dennis Block Covid related tenant management, collection and eviction issues have heavily burdened landlords for over 2 1/2 years. In this episode, we visit with Attorney Dennis Block, arguably the prominent Eviction Attorney in Southern California, to better help Landlords navigate this challenge moving forward.

Referenced websites:
evict123.com - Dennis Block's website 
rentometer.com - Provides area rent rates
https://la.urbanize.city/post/here-are-californias-new-income-limits-2022 - To determine Area Median Income

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Covid related tenant management, collection and eviction issues have heavily burdened landlords for over 2 1/2 years. In this episode, we visit with Attorney Dennis Block, arguably the prominent Eviction Attorney in Southern California, to better help Landlords navigate this challenge moving forward.

Referenced websites:
evict123.com - Dennis Block's website 
rentometer.com - Provides area rent rates
https://la.urbanize.city/post/here-are-californias-new-income-limits-2022 - To determine Area Median Income

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-11062733 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0400 2026 full false Everything Apartments E22 - Adding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to your complex Everything Apartments E22 - Adding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to your complex Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) represent a rare opportunity to add units to your property for additional income and value upside with the least amount of red tape ever!  We visit with Helen Fowler of ADU1, a Los Angeles based ADU design/build firm to discuss the equation for Apartment Owners to take advantage. Helen can be reached at 1-866-NEW-ADU1 / helen@adu-1.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) represent a rare opportunity to add units to your property for additional income and value upside with the least amount of red tape ever!  We visit with Helen Fowler of ADU1, a Los Angeles based ADU design/build firm to discuss the equation for Apartment Owners to take advantage. Helen can be reached at 1-866-NEW-ADU1 / helen@adu-1.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-10833056 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 18:00:00 -0400 1823 full false Everything Apartments E21 - Apartment Plumbing Everything Apartments E21 - Apartment Plumbing Plumbing systems in apartment properties represent a big challenge for Owners and Managers. Today we get a rare chance to visit with Bob Mungo, Owner and Plumber of J&D Plumbing, a 42 year old firm here in Long Beach.  J&D Plumbing 562-427-2555 | diana@jdplumb.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com


]]> Plumbing systems in apartment properties represent a big challenge for Owners and Managers. Today we get a rare chance to visit with Bob Mungo, Owner and Plumber of J&D Plumbing, a 42 year old firm here in Long Beach.  J&D Plumbing 562-427-2555 | diana@jdplumb.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com


]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-10586854 Mon, 09 May 2022 13:00:00 -0400 1561 full false Everything Apartments E20 - Long Beach Apartment Sales Report - Q1 Everything Apartments E20 - Long Beach Apartment Sales Report - Q1 Whats going on in the market? We are glad you asked...In Episode 20 we dissect the the 2022 Q1 sales for Long Beach apartment complexes 5+ units. For visuals, please visit the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/K_BVoBL51gM

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Whats going on in the market? We are glad you asked...In Episode 20 we dissect the the 2022 Q1 sales for Long Beach apartment complexes 5+ units. For visuals, please visit the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/K_BVoBL51gM

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-10486100 Fri, 22 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0400 699 full false Everything Apartments E19 - Apartment Roofs Everything Apartments E19 - Apartment Roofs Apartment roofs are an often overlooked major system that if properly cared for can save much headache and expense. Today we visit with Bob Alvarez of Preferred Roofing about this important part of your property. Preferred Roofing 949-612-7858 / www.preferredroofingoc.com/ bob@preferredroofingoc.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Apartment roofs are an often overlooked major system that if properly cared for can save much headache and expense. Today we visit with Bob Alvarez of Preferred Roofing about this important part of your property. Preferred Roofing 949-612-7858 / www.preferredroofingoc.com/ bob@preferredroofingoc.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-10298664 Tue, 22 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0400 1291 full false Everything Apartments E18 - Visit with Dan Yukelson, Executive Director of AAGLA Everything Apartments E18 - Visit with Dan Yukelson, Executive Director of AAGLA Dan Yukelson, Executive Director of Apartment Association Greater Los Angeles (AAGLA), the region's largest apartment association with over 10,000 members, is one of the region's biggest advocates for apartment owners. We visit with him about AAGLA's lawsuit against the City of LA and other initiatives to fight back against the increasing government assault on property rights. They are on the frontlines and need your help. Learn more at aagla.org/legalfund

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Dan Yukelson, Executive Director of Apartment Association Greater Los Angeles (AAGLA), the region's largest apartment association with over 10,000 members, is one of the region's biggest advocates for apartment owners. We visit with him about AAGLA's lawsuit against the City of LA and other initiatives to fight back against the increasing government assault on property rights. They are on the frontlines and need your help. Learn more at aagla.org/legalfund

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-10046475 Wed, 09 Feb 2022 21:00:00 -0500 2096 full false Everything Apartments E17 - 1031 Exchange Apartments to Single Tenant Net Leased Investments Everything Apartments E17 - 1031 Exchange Apartments to Single Tenant Net Leased Investments Apartment owners looking to retire or exit their units can 1031 exchange into a time tested, proven asset that provides totally passive income with Single Tenant Net Leased Investments. In this episode we talk about the "Triple Net" market with Michael Matter, Director at Stan Johnson & Company in Newport Beach - a nationwide firm specializing in Triple Net brokerage. Michael Matter | 626-277-6682 | mmatter@stanjohnsonco.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com


]]> Apartment owners looking to retire or exit their units can 1031 exchange into a time tested, proven asset that provides totally passive income with Single Tenant Net Leased Investments. In this episode we talk about the "Triple Net" market with Michael Matter, Director at Stan Johnson & Company in Newport Beach - a nationwide firm specializing in Triple Net brokerage. Michael Matter | 626-277-6682 | mmatter@stanjohnsonco.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com


]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-9917549 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 20:00:00 -0500 1305 full false Everything Apartments E16 - Apartment Investing In Utah Everything Apartments E16 - Apartment Investing In Utah Utah and its market hub of Salt Lake City extending north and south to Ogden and Provo, respectively,  is an ultra-dynamic apartment market with strong job and population growth with a landlord friendly government to boot. In this episode, we visit with Mark Jensen who is one of the top Apartment Brokers in the region. He can be reached at 801-897-3663 / mark.jensen@colliers.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Utah and its market hub of Salt Lake City extending north and south to Ogden and Provo, respectively,  is an ultra-dynamic apartment market with strong job and population growth with a landlord friendly government to boot. In this episode, we visit with Mark Jensen who is one of the top Apartment Brokers in the region. He can be reached at 801-897-3663 / mark.jensen@colliers.com

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-9713483 Mon, 13 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0500 2161 full false Everything Apartments E15 - Getting The Highest Sale Price Everything Apartments E15 - Getting The Highest Sale Price We all know Apartment Sellers want to acheive the highest price and Buyers, the lowest. As a Seller, there are some strategies to help you achieve that top price in the market. Check out Episode 15 for how to approach the market from a better position.

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> We all know Apartment Sellers want to acheive the highest price and Buyers, the lowest. As a Seller, there are some strategies to help you achieve that top price in the market. Check out Episode 15 for how to approach the market from a better position.

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-9652288 Thu, 02 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0500 821 full false Everything Apartments E14 - Long Beach Apartment Sales Report Everything Apartments E14 - Long Beach Apartment Sales Report Apartment sales activity in Long Beach has developed some interesting trends over the last few years. In this episode, we briefly analyze citywide sales trends. Listen in to better understand these trends and how they coincide with your investment strategy. 

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Apartment sales activity in Long Beach has developed some interesting trends over the last few years. In this episode, we briefly analyze citywide sales trends. Listen in to better understand these trends and how they coincide with your investment strategy. 

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-9485683 Wed, 03 Nov 2021 16:00:00 -0400 634 full false Everything Apartments E12 - DSTs are a great idea for passive 1031 exchanges Everything Apartments E12 - DSTs are a great idea for passive 1031 exchanges DSTs (Delaware Statutory Trusts) are a great way to 1031 exchange out of apartments into a passive income position. Unlike buying a wholly owned Single Tenant Net Leased investment, DSTs allow smaller investors to diversify across different types of institutional grade properties and also provide for debt replacement required for a perfect 1031 exchange. We visit with Matthew McFarland of Kay Properties, a prominent, national DST brokerage based here in Southern California. Their website is https://invest.kpi1031.com. 

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> DSTs (Delaware Statutory Trusts) are a great way to 1031 exchange out of apartments into a passive income position. Unlike buying a wholly owned Single Tenant Net Leased investment, DSTs allow smaller investors to diversify across different types of institutional grade properties and also provide for debt replacement required for a perfect 1031 exchange. We visit with Matthew McFarland of Kay Properties, a prominent, national DST brokerage based here in Southern California. Their website is https://invest.kpi1031.com. 

Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-9173420 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:00:00 -0400 2174 full false Everything Apartments E13 - What to do now about Covid rent deferrals Everything Apartments E13 - What to do now about Covid rent deferrals Eviction moratoriums will end, someday (??) What can we do now to mitigate and prepare for that end. We visit with Patti LeBarron, aka Patti Widget, Owner of Widget's Way, a Residential Property Management consulting service. Patti is a 25-year veteran of Property Management of various types and is a wealth of knowledge relating to the topics of rent relief, notices and cash for keys arrangements. Join Patti's mailing list at https://www.widgetsway.com/
 
Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

   

]]> Eviction moratoriums will end, someday (??) What can we do now to mitigate and prepare for that end. We visit with Patti LeBarron, aka Patti Widget, Owner of Widget's Way, a Residential Property Management consulting service. Patti is a 25-year veteran of Property Management of various types and is a wealth of knowledge relating to the topics of rent relief, notices and cash for keys arrangements. Join Patti's mailing list at https://www.widgetsway.com/
 
Eric J Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

   

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-8986820 Fri, 06 Aug 2021 14:00:00 -0400 1264 full false Everything Apartments E11 - Renting apartment units faster and more efficiently (Part 2) Everything Apartments E11 - Renting apartment units faster and more efficiently (Part 2) We pick up from Episode 10, where we discussed preparing the unit and beginning the marketing. Here, we discuss initial interaction with prospective tenants, applications, screening and completing the rental process

]]> We pick up from Episode 10, where we discussed preparing the unit and beginning the marketing. Here, we discuss initial interaction with prospective tenants, applications, screening and completing the rental process

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-8974830 Wed, 04 Aug 2021 13:00:00 -0400 645 full false Everything Apartments E10 - Renting apartment units faster and more efficiently (Part 1) Everything Apartments E10 - Renting apartment units faster and more efficiently (Part 1) Renting apartment units is an important first step in the property management continuum. It all starts with a tenant! In this episode, we dig into how to accomplish this faster and more efficiently. Eric Christopher/ WSC Realty Advisors (949) 463-2787 / eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Renting apartment units is an important first step in the property management continuum. It all starts with a tenant! In this episode, we dig into how to accomplish this faster and more efficiently. Eric Christopher/ WSC Realty Advisors (949) 463-2787 / eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-8968683 Tue, 03 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -0400 511 full false Everything Apartments E9 - What will we do about the Government? Everything Apartments E9 - What will we do about the Government? Government intervention and overreach in the rental housing industry is at an all-time high in Long Beach,  LA County and California. Owners need to get involved NOW. 

Today, we visit with Mike Murchison, a veteran Long Beach lobbyist who is a property owners biggest ally when dealing with government's appetite to take away property owner rights. Make sure to get on Mike's maiing list at https://murchisonconsulting.net/
Eric Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Government intervention and overreach in the rental housing industry is at an all-time high in Long Beach,  LA County and California. Owners need to get involved NOW. 

Today, we visit with Mike Murchison, a veteran Long Beach lobbyist who is a property owners biggest ally when dealing with government's appetite to take away property owner rights. Make sure to get on Mike's maiing list at https://murchisonconsulting.net/
Eric Christopher | WSC Realty Advisors Inc | 562-546-3550 | eric.christopher@wsc-pm.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-8940382 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 20:00:00 -0400 1957 full false Everything Apartments E8 - Apartment Investing in Reno, NV Everything Apartments E8 - Apartment Investing in Reno, NV The "Biggest Little City In The World", Reno, NV represents a great out of state market to consider investing in apartments. We visit with Ben Galles, one of the top Apartment Brokers in the region for insight into this exciting market. Ben can be reached at 775-750-6429 |  bgalles@logiccre.com

]]> The "Biggest Little City In The World", Reno, NV represents a great out of state market to consider investing in apartments. We visit with Ben Galles, one of the top Apartment Brokers in the region for insight into this exciting market. Ben can be reached at 775-750-6429 |  bgalles@logiccre.com

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-8912272 Fri, 23 Jul 2021 13:00:00 -0400 2155 full false Everything Apartments E7 - Changes in 1031 exchanges? & Cost Segregation Everything Apartments E7 - Changes in 1031 exchanges? & Cost Segregation Will the Biden adminstration enact sweeping changes to the 1031 exchange? How will these changes effect Apartment Investors? Also, a little known mechanism called Cost Segregation could help you accelerate your building's depreciation write off each year. We are joined by Tony Watson, EA from Robert Hall & Associates, a tax advisory firm specializing in helping Real Estate owners. Tony can be reached at tonywatson@roberthalltaxes.com
 
 Link to New York Times article regarding changes 1031 Exchange:
https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/f3dad460-41c6-4b14-afd2-3bc31f7f5405/downloads/1031%20article.pdf?ver=1626389458498  

]]> Will the Biden adminstration enact sweeping changes to the 1031 exchange? How will these changes effect Apartment Investors? Also, a little known mechanism called Cost Segregation could help you accelerate your building's depreciation write off each year. We are joined by Tony Watson, EA from Robert Hall & Associates, a tax advisory firm specializing in helping Real Estate owners. Tony can be reached at tonywatson@roberthalltaxes.com
 
 Link to New York Times article regarding changes 1031 Exchange:
https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/f3dad460-41c6-4b14-afd2-3bc31f7f5405/downloads/1031%20article.pdf?ver=1626389458498  

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-8871181 Thu, 15 Jul 2021 18:00:00 -0400 2540 full false Everything Apartments E6 - Apartment Investing in Tucson, AZ Everything Apartments E6 - Apartment Investing in Tucson, AZ Out of state apartment investing has been a growing topic amongst California owners. In this episode, we speak with Tucson, AZ Apartment Broker, Allan Mendelsberg for some insight into their market and the influx of out of area Buyers which has created a pardigm shift. Allan can be reached at 520/490-2113 | amendelsberg@picor.net

]]> Out of state apartment investing has been a growing topic amongst California owners. In this episode, we speak with Tucson, AZ Apartment Broker, Allan Mendelsberg for some insight into their market and the influx of out of area Buyers which has created a pardigm shift. Allan can be reached at 520/490-2113 | amendelsberg@picor.net

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-8740019 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2278 full false Everything Apartments E5 - Apartment Sales Metrics Explained Everything Apartments E5 - Apartment Sales Metrics Explained Apartment sales metrics are an important factor when considering a purchase. Some are very simple, while others are a little more involved. In this brief episode of Everything Apartments podcast, we dissect these metrics and their nuances.   

Link to visual for Sales Metrics: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/f3dad460-41c6-4b14-afd2-3bc31f7f5405/downloads/Apartment%20Sales%20Metrics%20Visual.pdf?ver=1622654101431

Link to visual for GRM graph: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/f3dad460-41c6-4b14-afd2-3bc31f7f5405/downloads/GRM%20chart.pdf?ver=1622654101431


]]> Apartment sales metrics are an important factor when considering a purchase. Some are very simple, while others are a little more involved. In this brief episode of Everything Apartments podcast, we dissect these metrics and their nuances.   

Link to visual for Sales Metrics: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/f3dad460-41c6-4b14-afd2-3bc31f7f5405/downloads/Apartment%20Sales%20Metrics%20Visual.pdf?ver=1622654101431

Link to visual for GRM graph: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/f3dad460-41c6-4b14-afd2-3bc31f7f5405/downloads/GRM%20chart.pdf?ver=1622654101431


]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-8601880 Thu, 27 May 2021 19:00:00 -0400 1063 full false Everything Apartments E4 - Apartment Syndication Everything Apartments E4 - Apartment Syndication Apartment syndication is a decades old mechanism that, when done skillfully, provides great returns to both the syndicator and the investor pool of the transaction. In this episode, we talk with Darrin Mainstain, a successful apartment syndicator that has taken his model in the Los Angeles market to now transacting nationally. Darrin provides some great insight into the world of apartment syndication. 

]]> Apartment syndication is a decades old mechanism that, when done skillfully, provides great returns to both the syndicator and the investor pool of the transaction. In this episode, we talk with Darrin Mainstain, a successful apartment syndicator that has taken his model in the Los Angeles market to now transacting nationally. Darrin provides some great insight into the world of apartment syndication. 

]]> Eric Christopher Buzzsprout-8557032 Thu, 20 May 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2292 full false Everything Apartments E3 - Apartment Financing Everything Apartments E3 - Apartment Financing The third installment of a podcast that focuses on all aspects of Multi-family investment, ownership and management.  Apartment finance and securing a loan is usually a common challenge for all investors. It's a mechanism that is always changing, so it pays to stay tunes in to this market.  Today's guest is Jeff Monahan, a 30 year veteran and head of one of the nations top producing apartment financing units with Chase Bank. 

]]> The third installment of a podcast that focuses on all aspects of Multi-family investment, ownership and management.  Apartment finance and securing a loan is usually a common challenge for all investors. It's a mechanism that is always changing, so it pays to stay tunes in to this market.  Today's guest is Jeff Monahan, a 30 year veteran and head of one of the nations top producing apartment financing units with Chase Bank. 

]]> Eric Buzzsprout-8431718 Thu, 29 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0400 2027 full false Everything Apartments E2 - The Self Storage Market is a great destination for Apartment Owners Everything Apartments E2 - The Self Storage Market is a great destination for Apartment Owners The second installment of a podcast that focuses on all aspects of Multi-family investment, ownership and management. Today's guest is R. Christian Sonne, a nationally (and internationally) recognized expert in Self Storage real estate; the darling prodcut type of Commercial real estate. And, Self Storage facilities are a wonderful 1031 exchange opportunity for apartment investors

]]> The second installment of a podcast that focuses on all aspects of Multi-family investment, ownership and management. Today's guest is R. Christian Sonne, a nationally (and internationally) recognized expert in Self Storage real estate; the darling prodcut type of Commercial real estate. And, Self Storage facilities are a wonderful 1031 exchange opportunity for apartment investors

]]> Eric Buzzsprout-8431679 Thu, 29 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0400 2162 full false Everything Apartments E1 - Apartment Development Conversation Everything Apartments E1 - Apartment Development Conversation The first installment of a podcast that focuses on all aspects of Multi-family investment, ownership and management. Today's guest is Scott Choppin, owner and founder of Urban Pacific, a developer of apartment complexes in Southern California

]]> The first installment of a podcast that focuses on all aspects of Multi-family investment, ownership and management. Today's guest is Scott Choppin, owner and founder of Urban Pacific, a developer of apartment complexes in Southern California

]]> Buzzsprout-8431390 Thu, 29 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0400 1967 full false