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Oct 10, 2025California Rental Law
AB 628 is Coming: A Landlord’s Guide to Compliance in East Contra Costa
Pittsburg, CA • Serving East Contra Costa County California’s rental housing landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the passage of Assembly Bill 628 (AB 628). Signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom, this new legislation redefines habitability standards for rental properties, creating new obligations for landlords across the state. For property owners in East
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Oct 9, 2025Company News
Wolfgang Croskey’s upcoming appearance at the 2026 PM Systems Conference
Pittsburg, CA • Serving East Contra Costa County We’re thrilled to share that Wolfgang Croskey, CEO of Croskey Real Estate and co-founder of the PM Systems Conference, will return to the stage as a featured speaker at the 2026 PM Systems Conference, taking place January 12–16, 2026 at the Suncoast Hotel & Casino in Las
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Oct 9, 2025Company News
Wolfgang Croskey’s upcoming NARPM Conference appearance in Orlando (Oct 20–23, 2025)
Pittsburg, CA • Serving East Contra Costa County We’re excited to announce that Wolfgang Croskey, CEO of Croskey Real Estate and the Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce, will be taking the stage as a featured speaker at the 2025 NARPM Conference in Orlando, Florida, October 20 through 23. This three-day event brings together more than
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Oct 6, 2025East Bay Rental Market
Are Zillow Rent Estimates Accurate? East Bay Rental Pricing Guide
Let’s cut to the chase: Zillow’s Rent Zestimate is a ballpark guess, not a business strategy. As of April 2026, we are seeing a massive disconnect between algorithmic “estimates” and the actual checks being cut by tenants in East Contra Costa County. While a Zestimate might feel convenient, relying on it to price your rental
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Sep 22, 2025Leasing & Tenant Screening
What Property Management Services Handle Tenant Screening and Leasing in East Contra Costa County?
Becoming (or staying) a landlord in East Contra Costa County means more than collecting rent. It means finding qualified tenants, leasing quickly, and using a screening process that protects your rental property investment. For property owners in Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood, Oakley, Bay Point, and Concord, tenant placement is often the most stressful and highest-risk part
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Aug 28, 2025Company News
Wolfgang Croskey to Speak at FUTURE: The Real Estate Conference by AppFolio 2025
We’re proud to share that Wolfgang Croskey, CEO of Croskey Real Estate, will be speaking at the upcoming 2025 Property Management Conference, joining some of the most influential voices in the industry. This year’s lineup includes thought leaders like: • Puneet Singh (PKS Law Group, P.C.), widely respected for her expertise in Fair Housing
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Aug 26, 2025Company News
Wolfgang Croskey to Speak at the MX Summit 2025
Pittsburg, CA • Serving East Contra Costa County We’re proud to share that Wolfgang Croskey, Owner of Croskey Real Estate and CEO of the Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce, will be joining industry leaders as a featured speaker at the MX Summit 2025, hosted by Property Meld. The event takes place September 16–18 in Denver, Colorado,
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Aug 18, 2025Company News
Learning from the Best: How Croskey Real Estate Brings World-Class Practices Home
Pittsburg, CA • Serving East Contra Costa County Learning from the Best: How Croskey Real Estate Brings World-Class Practices Home At Croskey Real Estate, we believe that to serve our clients and our community at the highest level, we have to keep learning. That’s why our leadership team regularly seeks out opportunities to see how
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Aug 5, 2025Leasing & Tenant Screening
Timing Is Everything: How Pittsburg Landlords Can Boost NOI by Fixing Lease Expirations
If you’re running Pittsburg rentals, your lease expiration calendar is one of the most overlooked systems in your business. When a lease ends might not seem urgent, until you’re staring down a vacant unit in January, offering discounts just to get a showing. Bad timing kills cash flow. Good timing? It strengthens your NOI, reduces stress,
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Jul 21, 2025Leasing & Tenant Screening
From Listing to Lease: How Croskey Real Estate Saves You Time and Risk
Self-managing your property doesn’t have to mean self-leasing. The tenant placement phase is where most landlord risks live: fair housing violations, poor screening decisions, lease drafting errors, and more. That’s why Croskey Real Estate offers a Lease Only Service that protects you at every step. Our Proven Process Step 1: Strategic Listing Launch –
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Jun 16, 2025East Bay Rental Market
Why DIY Landlords Are Choosing Lease-Only Services?
In Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood, and the broader Contra Costa County, many landlords want to stay hands-on, but without the headaches of finding and vetting tenants. Lease-only services from Croskey Real Estate offer a strategic middle ground: you stay in control of your property, while we take care of the most time-consuming and risky parts
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May 13, 2025East Bay Rental Market
Guide to Buying a Home in Pittsburg, Oakley, Brentwood & Contra Costa County
Introduction Buying a home in Pittsburg, Oakley, Brentwood, or other Contra Costa County cities like Concord or Antioch is exciting, but competitive. Croskey Real Estate’s local expertise helps first-time buyers and renters-turned-buyers navigate the process with confidence. Here’s your essential guide. Why Buy in These Areas? ☑ Pittsburg: Affordable, diverse, with modern amenities and Bay Area
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Insights & Guides

AB 628 is Coming: A Landlord’s Guide to Compliance in East Contra Costa

Wolfgang Croskey’s upcoming appearance at the 2026 PM Systems Conference

Wolfgang Croskey’s upcoming NARPM Conference appearance in Orlando (Oct 20–23, 2025)

Are Zillow Rent Estimates Accurate? East Bay Rental Pricing Guide

What Property Management Services Handle Tenant Screening and Leasing in East Contra Costa County?

Wolfgang Croskey to Speak at FUTURE: The Real Estate Conference by AppFolio 2025

Wolfgang Croskey to Speak at the MX Summit 2025

Learning from the Best: How Croskey Real Estate Brings World-Class Practices Home

Timing Is Everything: How Pittsburg Landlords Can Boost NOI by Fixing Lease Expirations

From Listing to Lease: How Croskey Real Estate Saves You Time and Risk

Why DIY Landlords Are Choosing Lease-Only Services?

Guide to Buying a Home in Pittsburg, Oakley, Brentwood & Contra Costa County