American Apartment Owners Association

JUNE 20, 2025

The governor’s office also has issued an executive order prohibiting Los Angeles-area landlords from evicting tenants who provide shelter to survivors of the Los Angeles-area firestorms. In 2021, the Marshall Fire in Colorado forced the evacuation of 35,000 residents in Boulder County and destroyed nearly 1,000 buildings.

Insurance

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Although many people consider a house up to 600 square feet to be a tiny home, the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) Appendix AQ, stated that tiny houses are dwelling units measuring 400 square feet (37 m 2 ) or less in floor area, excluding lofts. Can tenants have parties or pets? Some tiny homes are actually found in trees.

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American Apartment Owners Association

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The role of a landlord has always come with its challenges, but as we move into 2025, it has arguably never been more difficult. A combination of high insurance costs, razor-thin margins, and outdated business models are pushing many landlords to the brink, forcing them to reevaluate their strategies.

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The role of a landlord has always come with its challenges, but as we move into 2025, it has arguably never been more difficult. A combination of high insurance costs, razor-thin margins, and outdated business models are pushing many landlords to the brink, forcing them to reevaluate their strategies.

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 9, 2024

. “What makes a tenant base want to stay in their apartment? These are the questions landlords are asking, and Freddie Mac is using its platform to find and promote the answers.” In late 2021, the company pioneered this work through a partnership with Esusu. How do we build community? The feedback has been positive.

Lease

Buildium

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Fact #3: Tenant Quality Is Property Managers’ Top Concern Finding financially stable tenants is getting harder as rent growth outpaces wages, causing property management companies to prioritize tenant screening. In 2024, tenant quality emerged as the #1 concern for property management companies.

Property Management

Osprey Property Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Originally published September 2021. Unlike a long-term lease, a month-to-month agreement is automatically renewed unless either the tenant or landlord provides notice of non-renewal. Updated October 1, 2024. Rental property owners in Norfolk, VA, know it's important to understand how month-to-month lease agreements work.

Lease Agreement

MRI Software

DECEMBER 12, 2024

were behind on their rent payments in 2021? Without a plan in place, landlords can quickly find themselves scrambling to fill financial gaps. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about tenant default insurance. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about tenant default insurance.

Rental Income

Real Property Management Chicago

JUNE 14, 2024

With frequent renewals, landlords can raise rent and update policies or lease terms more often. This implies that the landlord can’t raise the rent or change the agreement until the lease renewal. Terms will differ, but landlords often require an extra month’s rent and forfeiture of the security deposit to end a lease early.

Lease Agreement

Real Property Management California Coast

JULY 27, 2024

As a property owner in Manhattan Beach, you need to be familiar with the rules about tenant security deposits. Being informed about these rules empowers you to decide on the amount to charge and the proper use of the security deposit after the tenant moves out. Setting a high security deposit might scare away prospective tenants.

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American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 12, 2024

With billions of dollars worth of commercial real estate loans coming due, landlords with struggling properties are increasingly giving the keys to lenders and walking away. For struggling landlords, its an appealing option.

Real Estate

Real Property Management DC Metro

JUNE 25, 2024

Being a property owner in Georgetown means you must be aware of the rules regarding tenant security deposits. Knowing these guidelines enables you to determine the right amount to charge and the legal and ethical use of the security deposit after tenant departure. A high security deposit request may discourage potential tenants.

Landlord

Rental Choice

MARCH 5, 2024

The rental market rapidly increased during 2021 and 2022. In 2021, the median age was 44 years. Landlords and property investors would pay attention to these trends to protect their investments and make the right purchases moving forward. RELATED ARTICLES: Renter Priorities: What’s On Top Of A Tenant’s List? to just 0.4%.

Apartment

Real Property Management DC Metro

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Various tenants find renting attractive on the grounds that it helps them sidestep the extra costs related to homeownership. Normally, tenants do not have to pay for maintenance and repairs, property taxes, or come up with a down payment to buy a house. These include: No additional costs. More flexibility and freedom.

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Mashvisor

MAY 29, 2021

American job markets have taken a hit since the emergence of the coronavirus in 2020. While things are returning to normal, there is still more required for the economy to…

Real Estate

Mashvisor

MAY 30, 2021

While many property sellers, buyers, and real estate professionals act professionally and keep the law for the most part, illegal real estate practices still occur every day. As a real…

Real Estate

Florida Property Management

APRIL 16, 2021

With eviction moratoriums causing problems for landlords who can’t collect rent, the Boca Raton rental market has not been terribly affected. Many of the tenants in our market remain financially stable. If anything, the number of people looking to spend time in Florida increased throughout 2020 and into 2021.

Rental Property

Florida Property Management

JUNE 11, 2021

High Rents and Stable Tenant Pools The increase in rental values has not been as high as in past years, but given the economic uncertainty the pandemic brought to other rental markets across the country, we’re pretty satisfied that rents still managed to go up one or two percent in Weston over 2020 and into 2021.

Rental Property

Florida Property Management

MAY 28, 2021

Boca Raton investment property owners can usually evict a tenant fairly quickly and easily, especially compared to other states where the process is longer and more expensive. The Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a federal eviction order that has been extended through June 30th, 2021.

Tenant

Real Property Management California Coast

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

Many tenants find renting attractive in as much as it helps them fend off the extra costs linked with homeownership. Usually, tenants do not have to pay for maintenance and repairs, property taxes, or come up with a down payment to buy a house. Originally Published on October 15, 2021 The post Is Renting Smarter Than Buying Your Home?

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Real Property Management California Coast

JULY 12, 2024

Regularly replacing the carpet in your Manhattan Beach rental home is essential, but not many landlords find it enjoyable. More landlords are now choosing hard-surface flooring instead of wall-to-wall carpeting in their rental properties. If tenants stay for years, the carpets may accumulate significant dirt and grime over time.

Tenant

Real Property Management DC Metro

JULY 12, 2024

Swapping out the carpet in your Capitol Hill rental home every few years is important, yet most landlords dislike the task. If this suggestion seems drastic, consider these reasons why getting rid of the carpet makes sense for both landlords and tenants. Most residents dislike living with old, worn, or stained carpets.

Tenant

Real Property Management California Coast

JANUARY 26, 2024

We’ll explore the important aspects of commercial real estate investing in this guide, which landlords, property owners, and real estate managers should take into account. Significant determinants of success include market dynamics, property types, and tenant quality. You can call us at 310-535-2150 or contact us online.

Real Estate

Real Property Management California Coast

JUNE 28, 2024

Like most tenants, you likely aim to reclaim your security deposit after vacating. Repairs needed for the property are a major reason why landlords and property managers withhold security deposits. Make sure to fill out and keep a copy of the walk-through checklist provided by your landlord. Are you planning to relocate?

Landlord

Real Property Management DC Metro

JANUARY 25, 2024

As real estate managers, landlords, and property owners contemplate whether or not to invest in commercial real estate, this article will examine the most important considerations in that regard. Success is largely determined by a number of factors, including property types, tenant quality, and market dynamics.

Real Estate

Real Property Management California Coast

OCTOBER 20, 2023

But if you’re a tenant, the amount of your security deposit you receive returned depends greatly on the decorating decisions you make. Usually, the terms of your lease agreement specify what modifications you may make without the landlord’s consent.

Lease Agreement

Real Property Management DC Metro

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Typically, your lease specifies which alterations are permitted and which require permission from your landlord. Causing Damage to the Property Because of the damage caused by renters’ decorating preferences, landlords frequently withhold security deposits. It is essential to be aware of what is permitted and what is prohibited.

Lease Agreement

Hospitable

DECEMBER 19, 2024

From Engineer to Empire Builder: Grace Gudenkauf’s Journey to 20+ Units By The Hospitable Team Industry Insights In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, we're excited to welcome Grace Gudenkauf , a real estate investor who quit her engineering job in 2021 to build a thriving rental business.

Engineering

MRI Software

DECEMBER 11, 2024

million homes in 2021 to 4.5 For multifamily property managers and landlords, this growing demand is paired with the challenges of high construction costs and long project timelines. When developers spend less on construction, they can pass those savings on to tenants in the form of lower rents. million in 2022.

Transportation

Esquire Property Management Group

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

million square feet, driven by large tech tenants subleasing their spaces. Limited inventory and new development deliveries constrained leasing velocity, prompting tenant renewals at higher rates. are pre-leased, providing relief for prospective tenants in 2024. The slight decrease in asking rents, down 0.9% pre-leased.

Real Estate

Authority Property Management

JULY 8, 2022

In such an unprecedented time, what bearing could this possibly have on property managers and landlords? Rising costs will make landlords increase rent prices and minimize costs in order to stay within their budget. It’s advisable for property managers to come up with solutions that enable them to work well with landlords.

Property Management

Lula

APRIL 2, 2024

One of the costliest hits a landlord can take to their business is a fair housing complaint, even if the complaint is unsuccessful, and the price paid isnt just a financial one. You should be cautious during this phase, especially in regards to tenant screening, a process that can trip up even the most well-meaning landlord.

Applicants

Lula

APRIL 2, 2024

One of the costliest hits a landlord can take to their business is a fair housing complaint, even if the complaint is unsuccessful, and the price paid isn’t just a financial one. You should be cautious during this phase, especially in regards to tenant screening, a process that can trip up even the most well-meaning landlord.

Applicants

Florida Property Management

AUGUST 27, 2021

Supreme Court Ruling August 27 2021 The U.S. We will continue to work with all parties to make that assistance readily accessible to tenants and housing providers.” The best solution for all parties is rental assistance, and all energy should go toward its swift distribution.

Landlord

Nest DC

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

CASH was a driving force in holding landlords accountable for improving their property maintenance and creating new housing projects all while including the issue of homeownership in the conversation. This experience inspired her to form a community, women-led group: Citizens Against Slum Housing (CASH).

Finance

Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 9, 2025

An Illinois court has ordered a landlord to pay more than $80,000 for threatening to call immigration authorities (ICE) on a tenant couple who rented an apartment from him in 2020, according to reports. MALDEF filed the suit because the familys landlord threatened to call U.S. No one should feel or act superior to others.

Landlord

Rental Housing Journal

MAY 23, 2025

The steepest spike came between 2021 and 2022 as pandemic-era rent breaks ended. 2025 outlook: The report includes a 2025 market forecast with exclusive intel for renters, landlords and housing advocates navigating shifting trends. To access the State of Rent Report, visit: [link].

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