General Q&A’S
What do your vacation rentals have in them?
Our vacation rentals
are fully furnished. For a full list of what is
included go to
see inventory list.
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Are
linens included with your rentals?
Yes,
linens are included in our rentals. For a full list
of what is included go to
see
inventory list.
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What do I do to rent from A.G. Davi?
We need a check, or credit card, for 50% of the
rental fee to reserve the unit. You will then need
to send the balance 60 days prior to your rental.
Send an email and we will send you a simple rental
agreement, which you can return with a check. Or you
can call with a credit card number and be absolutely
certain to get the rental. Our policy is the first
one in with the deposit gets the reservation.
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Are
Pets or Smoking Allowed?
All of our vacation rentals are NON SMOKING
residences. MOST PROPERTY OWNERS DO NOT ALLOW OR
ACCEPT PETS. Failure to comply with this rule can
result in the loss of your deposit.
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How
do I qualify to rent from A.G. Davi?
A.G. Davi will run a credit check and also need
two references.
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What forms of payment do you accept?
All rates quoted by A.G. DAVI, Ltd. are amounts payable by cash, check and money order and credit cards paid through our Pay Pal merchant account (credit cards are subject to a 2.9% fee). We don’t accept personal checks unless reservation is more than 30 day’s from date of occupancy.
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How
is the total cost of our stay calculated?
The total cost of your stay is calculated by
adding the rental rate plus the Transient Occupancy
Tax (10.5%), Housekeeping charge (between $100-$500
depending on the property) and the security
deposit. The security deposit is fully refundable
(subject to reservation cancellation charges or
damages).
Example:
Rental Rate $2,000.00
Housekeeping $100.00 - 500.00
TOT Tax $220.50 – 262.50
Security Dep $250.00
Total $2,570.50 - $3,012.50
What is T.O.T. (Transient Occupancy Tax)?
The
transient Occupancy Tax is a tax imposed by the
City. Every property that is rented for 30 (thirty)
days or less is subject to this tax. The tax rate
is 10.5% All Hotels, Motels and private properties
are subject to this tax.
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What is your cancellation policy?
This is
normally spelled out in the lease but in general the
final payment is due 60 days prior to rental. The
reservation fee is normally refundable up to 60 days
in advance of rental. Only 50% refundable from 30
to 60 days. Non – refundable within 30 days of
rental. Once cancelled if owner is able to rent the
property out during the same dates than the full
amount is refunded less owner costs associated with
rental. Some properties have more restrictive
policies.
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What is your return policy on the security deposit?
All deposits are refunded within 21 days of your
departure.
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What is your check in and check out time?
Check-in time: (12PM-5PM) Guest will check-in
and pick up keys at A.G. Davi Real Estate office at
484-D Washington St., Monterey, CA 93940 during
normal office hours 12:00PM - 5:00PM Monday through
Friday. If a guest is to arrive after 5:00PM, call
for special instructions for picking up your keys.
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Where can I find information about the beaches in
your area?
You can find information about many of the
beaches in the area by viewing our area information
page.
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Do
you allow weddings, receptions, or parties?
Only in specific special properties. Please not
that fire codes and neighborhood agreements may not
allow these types of events.
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What are your high season dates?
Our high season dates are June through October
and all holidays.
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What are your holiday dates?
Holidays are Christmas, New Years, Easter and
Thanksgiving. Rentals are not available on a daily
basis during holidays. Holiday dates are 12/2-12/29
for Christmas. 12/29-1/5 for New Years. Holiday
dates vary for Thanksgiving & Easter. Please call
our office for information.
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What are your rates for holidays?
All holiday rates are the same as our high
season rates, unless otherwise noted.
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Q&A’S for
Owners
What are some of the services you provide for
vacation rental owners?
A
vacation rental team member will help guide you in
preparing your home for vacation rental, This will
include providing a template for a guide to your
home, recommending supplies and how to organize your
home to maximize rental income and the potential of
a return visit.
Our
vacation rental team members are California Licensed
Realtors® 9ecommend and discuss rental rates,
advise on deposits, utility costs, telephone
service, TV service, Internet, decorations etc.
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Print
advertisements drive potential renters to our
website where your home will be Advertised.
Your
home will also be advertised on multiple other sites
to obtain maximum exposure.
Handle
all telephone calls from prospective renters.
Represent you to find the most appropriate match for
your home and help negotiate the best possible price
and terms
Screening applicants: includes credit and
references.
Prepare lease agreement, addendums and disclosures.
Obtain signatures on the appropriate documents.
Collect and Hold security deposits in a Department
of Real Estate regulated trust account
Provide a detailed accounting to Owner on a monthly
basis along with owners check.
Arrange for tenants check in and provide convenient
after hours check-in
Arrange minor/emergency repairs and maintenance
Arrange cleaning before, after and during rental
Restock basic necessities between tenants
Inspect property before and after rental, make any
necessary deposit reductions and return balance to
tenant
Confirm inventory after each tenant leaves.
Follow
up contact with your tenant asking for information
about ways to improve the rental experience as well
as electronic and mail marketing to encourage a
return visit.
A.G.
Davi handles all aspects of accommodating tenants;
we make all of the arrangements and are your
tenant’s only contact. We have emergency services
available 24 hours a day.
A.G. Davi acts as the property manager for your property
this includes arranging for repairs and services at
your home as well as inspection of gardening and
payment of recurring bills at your discretion.
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What is your fee?
A.G.
Davi charges 20% commission on all rentals placed in
the home. There is also a set up fee of $500.00
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In
what areas do you service vacation rentals?
We
service vacation rentals in Pebble Beach, Carmel,
Pacific Grove, Monterey, Carmel Valley and along
Highway 68.
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How
do I collect my rental revenue?
Owners
will receive a statement with check by the 10th
of the following month.
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Do
I need alternate insurance?
All
owners will need to have adequate liability and
property damage insurance. A.G. Davi requires that
we have a current copy of your insurance policy on
file and that A.G. Davi is named additional insured
on your policy.
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Does A.G. Davi screen tenants?
Yes we
do screen tenants; screening includes a credit check
(at cost of potential tenant) and 2 references.
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How
often can I use my property for personal use?
We are
flexible in working with our owner’s scheduling.
With advance notice, we will block off any requested
dates for the owner’s use. If there are executed
contracts, we urge our owners to honor any and all
executed contracts between A.G. Davi and the tenant.
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What utilities am I responsible for?
All
owners pay for gardening services of their property,
water, garbage, sewer, cable, telephone, Internet
(optional), any other upkeep services to maintain
the home. Extensive utility use may be passed onto
the tenant. Owners may
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What is your minimum stay for on and off-season?
Most
rentals require a minimum of 7 to 30 days.
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How
soon can I expect to get my property rented?
A.G.
Davi cannot guarantee when a property will be rented
or how long it will take.
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Do
I need to use your rental agreement?
No. When and if we have a tenant with a serious
proposal our office will provide you a ready to
execute rental contract that you should review with
your attorney and revise as necessary. Once approved
by your legal advisor the rental agreement will be
forwarded to Tenant for review and possible revision
or discussion. We can provide a short or long form
depending on home and Owners preference. The Owner
is welcome to use their own lease if preferred.
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Can you help us outfit our home for vacation
rental?
Our office can advise you but we don’t
do the actual shopping for toiletries, linens
decorations etc. We are aware of independent
contractors who will do this for you. Call and
ask us for a name and number.
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My home is for sale – should I rent it out as
Vacation Rental?
This is a great idea but I caution you that
the home needs to be more than staged. It needs
to be ready to live in and fully decorated. From
art on the walls to several types of glassware.
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