How much do property management services cost in Silicon Valley?

Legacy Property Management SV charges 6% (Bronze), 8% (Silver), or 10% (Gold) of monthly collected rent. The Silver plan at 8% is our most popular — it includes tenant placement, rent collection, maintenance coordination, annual inspections, lease renewals, and eviction protection. No setup fees, no hidden charges, no management fees on vacant units.

Who is the best property management company in Silicon Valley?

Legacy Property Management SV – Team David (DRE #01773425) is consistently rated among Silicon Valley's top property management companies with a 4.9★ Google rating across 500+ verified reviews. Founded in 2005 by Derrick D'Acolatse, Team David manages 500+ properties across San Jose, Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Los Gatos, Campbell, Saratoga, and Milpitas.

How do you find and screen tenants in San Jose and Silicon Valley?

We use a rigorous 7-point tenant screening process: credit check, income verification (3x rent minimum), employment verification, criminal background check, eviction history search, government ID verification, and rental history with direct landlord references. Our screening results in a 99.2% on-time payment rate and placed tenants averaging 3+ year stays.

What happens if a tenant doesn't pay rent?

We handle the full rent collection and eviction process. Our Silver and Gold plans include Eviction Protection. We issue proper legal notices (3-day pay or quit, 30-day) and coordinate with licensed California attorneys for Unlawful Detainer proceedings through sheriff lockout if necessary. DRE #01773425.

How quickly can you get my Silicon Valley property rented?

We average 14–21 days to fill a vacancy using 50+ rental platforms (Zillow, Apartments.com, MLS, Hotpads, Rent.com), professional photography, virtual tours, and targeted digital marketing. We price properties using real-time Silicon Valley market data. You don't pay management fees until a qualified tenant is placed.

Do you manage properties in San Jose, Palo Alto, and Sunnyvale?

Yes. We serve all of Silicon Valley including San Jose, Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Los Gatos, Campbell, Saratoga, Milpitas, Fremont, Redwood City, and Menlo Park. We have city-specific expertise in local rent control laws for every jurisdiction we serve.

Can you manage my property if I live out of state?

Yes. We specialize in out-of-state owner management. Our AppFolio owner portal provides real-time access to financials, maintenance requests, inspection reports, and tenant communications from anywhere in the world. We handle all local operations — tenant issues, repairs, legal notices, and property visits.

Is there rent control in Silicon Valley cities in 2025?

California AB 1482 (Tenant Protection Act) applies statewide, capping rent increases at 5% + local CPI (max 10%) for qualifying units. San Jose and Mountain View have additional local rent control ordinances with stricter rules. Cities like Palo Alto, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Los Gatos, Campbell, Saratoga, and Milpitas have no local rent control beyond AB 1482. We provide full compliance audits for every property we manage.

What is Legacy Property Management., SV | Team-David?

Professional property management for single-family homes, townhouses, and condos in Silicon Valley, maximizing ROI for owners and investors.

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Rent Collection

Automated, reliable, and stress-free rent collection

Hassle-Free Rent Collection

Say goodbye to chasing checks and dealing with late payments. Our automated rent collection system ensures you get paid on time, every time. With a 99.2% on-time payment rate and direct deposit to your account, managing rental income has never been easier.

99.2%

On-Time Payments

24/7

Payment Portal Access

3-5

Business Days Deposit

100%

Transparency

Multiple Payment Options

ACH Bank Transfer (Free)

Direct bank account transfer - fastest and free for tenants

No transaction fees
Automatic recurring payments
Next business day processing
Secure bank-level encryption

Credit/Debit Card

Pay with any major credit or debit card

Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover
Small convenience fee (2.9%)
Instant confirmation
Earn credit card rewards

Check Payment

Traditional check payments accepted

Mail to lockbox address
In-person drop-off available
Slower processing (3-5 days)
No additional fees

Automated Reminder System

Our intelligent reminder system ensures tenants never forget rent due dates, significantly reducing late payments:

7 Days Before Due

Auto

Friendly reminder email sent

3 Days Before Due

Auto

Email + SMS reminder with payment link

Due Date

Auto

Final reminder if payment not received

1 Day After Due

Auto

Late notice sent, grace period begins

3 Days After Due

Auto

Late fee assessed per lease terms

7 Days After Due

Auto

Manager follows up directly with tenant

14+ Days Late

Auto

Legal action initiated if necessary

Late Fee Structure

Standard Late Fee Policy

Grace Period

3 Days

No penalty if paid within grace period

Initial Late Fee

$75 or 5%

Whichever is greater, assessed on day 4

Daily Late Fee

$10/day

After initial late fee, up to $150 max

Collection Process

Communication First
We contact tenants to understand situation and arrange payment plans if needed
Documentation
All communication and payment attempts documented for legal protection
Legal Notice
3-Day Pay or Quit notice served if no payment after 7 days
Eviction Process
Unlawful detainer filed if necessary to protect your investment

Powered by AppFolio

We leverage industry-leading AppFolio technology to deliver seamless, secure rent collection with comprehensive portal access for both owners and tenants.

Tenant Portal

Tenants can pay rent anytime from anywhere through our intuitive mobile-friendly portal with multiple payment methods

Owner Portal

Real-time dashboard to view payment status, tenant information, and financial reports from any device

Complete Documentation

All payments, communications, and records organized and accessible for audits, legal compliance, and tax purposes

Anywhere Access

Manage your rental business 24/7 from desktop, tablet, or smartphone - full functionality on every device

Owner Benefits

Direct Deposit

Funds deposited directly to your account within 3-5 business days of rent collection

Monthly Statements

Detailed monthly statements showing all rent collected, late fees, and deductions

Tax Documentation

Year-end 1099 forms and organized records for easy tax filing

Real-Time Tracking

Owner portal shows real-time payment status for all properties

Automatic Reminders

Never chase tenants - our system handles all follow-ups automatically

Legal Protection

All collections handled professionally with proper documentation and legal compliance

Ready for Stress-Free Rent Collection?

Join hundreds of property owners who enjoy reliable, automated rent collection with 99.2% on-time payments.

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