Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

Instead of juggling it all, many landlords turn to leasing agents for help. A leasing agent is the person who helps landlords rent out their properties, such as houses, apartments, or even commercial spaces like offices or retail stores. Screening Potential Tenants Leasing agents check applications thoroughly. Let’s find out.

Lease

Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 23, 2025

In the 10 worst states to be a landlord, it can be tough between taxes, tenants who don’t live up to their lease agreements, maintenance woes, and the cost of maintaining a property. TurboTenant , a property-management software company, compiled the 10 worst states in which to be a landlord based on those factors and more.

Landlord

Rental Housing Journal

JULY 8, 2025

Overview of Washington’s New Rent Control Law Here’s what HB 1217 means for multifamily property owners and investors: Annual rent increase limit: Landlords can increase rents each year by a maximum of either 7 percent plus inflation (measured by the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers, or CPI-U), or 10 percent, whichever is lower.

Rent

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Stay Current on Legal and Regulatory Requirements Understanding local, state, and federal regulations reduces legal risks and costly disputes. Leasing and Marketing: Master effective marketing, unit showings, applicant screening, and lease negotiations to attract and keep tenants.

Apartment Management

MRI Software

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

From tenant screening and legal compliance to property maintenance, the demands on landlords can quickly pile up and become overwhelming. Residential management services focus on professionally overseeing rental properties to ease the landlords responsibilities. Managing rental properties can often feel like a full-time job.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

That’s why some landlords bundle certain utilities with the rent. In most cases, landlords who include utilities in the rent will clearly mention so in their listing with phrases like utilities included. Since its a fixed service local municipalities provide, landlords usually incorporate it into rent payments.

Utilities

Property Management Inc.

JULY 14, 2025

To tackle this effectively, clarity in rental agreements and state-specific regulations regarding legal obligations, such as late fees and eviction processes, is critical. Reliable enforcement ensures tenants respect payment expectations while reinforcing fair landlord-tenant dynamics.

Rent

Avantio

JULY 7, 2025

With its specific rules and ongoing debate about who can mandate and regulate the state’s market, Florida vacation rentals are struggling to keep up with compliance and remain competitive. Tug-of-War Between State and Local Regulations What Does This Mean for Airbnb Hosts and Property Managers? Did You Know?

Property Management

ADDA

JULY 21, 2025

Draft Bye-Laws and Memorandum Create bylaws and a memorandum of association (MoA) that regulate quorum, elections, roles, membership, and dispute resolution. Send the application to the Registrar of the relevant jurisdiction (Societies/Co-operative/Apartment Act Registrar). The majority of states have a model bye-law structure.

Government

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

Thats where a well-organized application process comes in. The process starts by attracting the right applicants, but it doesnt end there. You need to thoroughly review applications, check references, and understand legal requirements. The Tenant Screening Process Once an application is submitted, the screening process begins.

Applications

Nest DC

JULY 15, 2025

We talk to landlords every day who either don't have their BBL sorted or are stressed about the process. The city published "Being or Becoming a Landlord in the District." The Bottom Line Getting your BBL isn't anyone's idea of a good time, but it's a necessary part of being a responsible landlord in DC. Sound familiar?

License

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 1, 2025

Historic Buildings Have Extra Regulations If your condo is in a designated historic area, exterior modifications and some interior updates may need special approval to preserve architectural integrity. If your condo is in one of these buildings, you likely will have to follow local historic preservation regulations.

Contractors

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

As a landlord, youll need a way to spot tenants who will abide by the lease agreement, pay their rent on time, and contribute positively to the rental communityand youll need to do it fast if you dont want your ideal renters to move on to another property. To address these concerns, youll need to set up a solid tenant screening process.

Landlord

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

A lease agreement for an apartment is a written contract between you (the property manager, on behalf of the landlord) and the tenant, outlining the terms under which the tenant will occupy the property. The tenant agrees to rent the property for the entire term, offering stability for both the landlord and tenant.

Lease Agreement

Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 10, 2025

As temperatures rise into the triple digits, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is warning landlords about air conditioning requirements under the state’s landlord-tenant law, according to a release. Failure to provide adequate air conditioning potentially violates the Arizona Landlord Tenant Act (A.R.S. §

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

You might know them by the more common term “tenants” They enter into a lease agreement with the landlord, which is basically a contract that spells out both parties’ rights and responsibilities. Before you move in, just know the due date and follow the landlords payment instructions. Now, leases can be sensitive.

Lease Agreement

RL Property Management

APRIL 26, 2025

As the real estate market in Hilliard continues to grow, landlords are facing increasingly complex challenges. Reduced legal risk: Managers ensure compliance with all applicable laws and minimize the chances of legal complications. Theyll also be aware of local regulations and rental market shifts to keep you compliant and competitive.

Property Management

RL Property Management

JANUARY 20, 2025

Being a landlord in Columbus, Ohio, comes with more than just managing properties and collecting rentit requires a clear understanding of Columbus rental laws to ensure compliance. These laws are designed to ensure fairness and protect both landlords and tenants, but they can also be complex and ever-changing.

Landlord

Host Tools

MARCH 20, 2025

However, with growing popularity comes increased regulation. Now, while short-term rentals can be highly profitable, the City of Milwaukee enforces strict regulations that all hosts should be aware of before listing their properties. Below, weve outlined the most important regulations every host should know before getting started.

License

California Leasing & Management

MAY 21, 2025

This could include landscaping services, pet-friendly policies (with appropriate fees), or access to community features if applicable. Partner with a Professional Property Management Company: Managing a rental property effectively, especially in diverse and regulated markets like Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, is a full-time job.

Single-Family Home

Muldoon Associates

JULY 31, 2025

This is hardly a new one; Colorado landlords and landlords across the country have been mandated to include information about lead-based paint that could be found at the property. And, while marijuana is legal in Colorado, landlords have the right to prohibit its use and cultivation on their properties. Lead-Based Paint.

Lease Agreement

ADDA

JULY 23, 2025

Draft Bye-Laws and Memorandum Create bylaws and a memorandum of association (MoA) that regulate quorum, elections, roles, membership, and dispute resolution. Send the application to the Registrar of the relevant jurisdiction (Societies/Co-operative/Apartment Act Registrar). The majority of states have a model bye-law structure.

Government

Real Property Management Choice

JANUARY 23, 2025

The Fair Housing Act is a crucial piece of legislation that lays the groundwork for fair and equitable treatment in the housing market, and as a landlord in Gardena, its essential to be well-versed in its provisions to ensure you’re meeting your legal obligations. In fact, the state fair housing laws are stricter than the federal laws.

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

MAY 8, 2025

You are invited to attend one of the most important educational events of the year for California property owners, landlords, and property managers. The 2025 California Property Law Compliance Webinar will provide critical updates on new regulations that take effect throughout 2025 and into 2026. Who Should Attend?

Compliance

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 21, 2025

Then, your landlord or property manager looks at your check and pauses. It’s how a professional landlord or property manager in Northern Virginia reviews a potential tenants credit, income, eviction record, and criminal, rental, and employment history. In general, landlords prefer tenants with high credit scores.

Applications

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The importance of a thorough and accurate rental application cannot be overstated. As a careful landlord, you want to know as much as possible about anyone seeking to rent your property in order to avoid renting to the wrong person. A Comprehensive Application to Rent is available on the AAOA web site at no charge to all members.

Applications

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 16, 2024

A landlord cannot let themselves into a tenants property without prior notice, except in emergencies. Generally, landlords must provide at least 24 hours notice before entering, respecting tenants privacy and adhering to specific state laws regarding entry reasons and times. Privacy Both landlords and tenants have the right to privacy.

Landlord

Real Property Management Evertrust

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The regulations regarding snow removal for rental property owners are quite extensive and even intricate. Yet, for single-family rental homes, many owners and landlords can delegate the task of snow removal to the tenant. Consequently, you need to assign snow removal responsibilities well in advance of the initial snowfall.

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The importance of a thorough and accurate rental application cannot be overstated. As a careful landlord, you want to know as much as possible about anyone seeking to rent your property in order to avoid renting to the wrong person. A Comprehensive Application to Rent is available on the AAOA web site at no charge to all members.

Applications

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. Legal responsibilities of a landlord Warranty of Habitability: Every lease or rental agreement includes an implied warranty of habitability, which means the premises are suitable for human occupancy.

Tenant

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Are you a rental property owner stuck in the classic debate: landlord vs property manager ? In this guide, well break it all down, from the perks of being an independent landlord to the convenience of hiring a property manager, so you can confidently choose the right path for your rental business. What Is a Landlord?

Property Management

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

A Seattle landlord has sued the City of Seattle alleging a number of laws passed in the name of tenant protections in the last few years have financially strapped his affordable housing units, according to the Seattle Times. Source: Rental Housing Journal The post Seattle Landlord Sues The City Over Tenant Rules appeared first on AAOA.

Landlord

Rental Choice

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Rent collection on holidays can be troublesome for many landlords, as they face many challenges in collecting them on time. Since these days are usually the busiest in the year, it may impact the priorities of both landlords and tenants, causing delays in handling holiday rent. What Can Landlords Do?

Landlord

Real Property Management Evertrust

MAY 8, 2025

Eviction is how a landlord can legally remove a tenant from a rental property. This implies that the landlord chooses not to extend the lease after the end of the current lease term. This implies that the landlord chooses not to extend the lease after the end of the current lease term.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 2, 2024

If you have an unresponsive landlord who’s not responding to your complaints, you have tools you can use to solve this challenge. Read below to learn when your landlord is liable for repairs, what you can do to keep them accountable, and more. How Long Can a Landlord Ignore You? When Does an Unresponsive Landlord Break the Law?

Landlord

Real Property Management Evertrust

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Becoming a landlord can be a great investment, but it’s not without its challenges. New landlords often face a steep learning curve, especially when it comes to managing tenants, maintaining property, and navigating legal requirements. Here are the top five mistakes new landlords make—and how you can avoid them.

Landlord

Rental Choice

JUNE 13, 2024

A landlord’s primary responsibility is to ensure their rental property remains safe, comfortable, and appealing to tenants. Here are the most important parts of summer maintenance for landlords. Here are the most important parts of summer maintenance for landlords. Plant native plants that are more resistant to pests.

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