article thumbnail

A Proactive Approach to Stopping Harassment Before It Starts

Rental Housing Journal

” Every employee, from leasing agents to maintenance workers, and every contractor who interacts with residents needs proper training on: What constitutes illegal harassment under the Fair Housing Act. How to handle resident interactions professionally and respectfully.

article thumbnail

Hoarding in Housing: What Every New Team Member Should Know

Rental Housing Journal

Hoarding in housing may first present as a lease violation but hoarding is more than a housekeeping issue and can be a fair housing issue. By The Fair Housing Institute Introducing new staff to the realities of property management goes beyond reviewing lease terms and daily operations.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Strengthening Policies, Procedures, and Written Communication in Property Management

Rental Housing Journal

All leasing professionals should be equipped with standardized language to address these situations, ensuring a uniform and compliant approach. Consistency in responses is essential to prevent any appearance of favoritism or bias. Another consideration is the tone and content of written communication with residents.

article thumbnail

Ethics in Property Management: The Decisions No One Sees

Rental Housing Journal

They’re the individual choices that take place in leasing offices, during maintenance calls, or while responding to a resident’s email. By The Fair Housing Institute In property management, some of the most important decisions are the ones made quietly, without fanfare, applause, or even acknowledgment.

article thumbnail

A Caution on AI: The Possibility of Fair-Housing Violations in Communication and Payments

Rental Housing Journal

The Future of AI and Fair-Housing Compliance Looking ahead, AI will continue to play a significant role in property management, with advancements in predictive analytics, automated leasing, and personalized resident experiences. However, as AI becomes more sophisticated, regulatory scrutiny will also increase.

article thumbnail

The property management software buying guide: Comparing property management software reviews

Buildium

Here are three examples: Software Advice® is a review site that’s been around since 2005 and is part of the Gartner Digital Markets network. Features: Look for reviews that detail the software’s features, such as accounting, leasing, maintenance, and communications. There are many reputable review sites out there.

article thumbnail

Why Fair Housing Applies to Maintenance Too

Rental Housing Journal

By The Fair Housing Institute When the Fair Housing Act (FHA) comes up, the conversation typically centers around leasing, advertising, or resident interactions. In addition, regular training for office and maintenance staff helps reinforce the importance of equitable treatment and teaches teams how the FHA applies beyond leasing.