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. §

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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.

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ADDA

JULY 23, 2025

Send the application to the Registrar of the relevant jurisdiction (Societies/Co-operative/Apartment Act Registrar). Indian State-Wise Guidelines for RWA Formation The state of Karnataka The Karnataka Apartment Ownership Act of 1972 (KAOA) is the applicable law. Bye-laws need to be registered with the appropriate authority.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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Beach Front Property Management

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

A clear and comprehensive landlord-resident lease agreement is the best way to prevent misunderstandings. Why Are Lease Clauses for Landlords Required Clear communication is essential in any business, and a well-written contract removes uncertainty. For instance, specify included parking space and storage areas if applicable. 5.

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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.

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American Apartment Owners Association

OCTOBER 14, 2024

it is illegal to refuse to rent to an applicant who is receiving assistance through the Section 8 program. CHAT WITH AN ATTORNEY What is a Section 8 voucher? Beware of Section 8 scams Unfortunately, there are many scams that victimize both landlords and people trying to rent a home utilizing their Section 8 voucher.

Applications

American Apartment Owners Association

OCTOBER 14, 2024

it is illegal to refuse to rent to an applicant who is receiving assistance through the Section 8 program. CHAT WITH AN ATTORNEY What is a Section 8 voucher? Beware of Section 8 scams Unfortunately, there are many scams that victimize both landlords and people trying to rent a home utilizing their Section 8 voucher.

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American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 2, 2024

While the new laws stop short of banning such systems entirely, they prohibit the use of confidential data in rent calculations and empower tenants to sue noncompliant landlords. Free Rental Application Get 20 Rental Forms for FREE, including a rental application.

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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

American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

Take out landlord insurance A landlord insurance policy is meant to protect you as an investment property owner while safeguarding your rental properties. It is extremely important for any residential investor to protect themself with high quality landlord insurance from a reputable company.

Property

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

Evicting a tenant is never easy, but it can be an unfortunate part of your job as a landlord. Prepare for your court hearing: You (or your attorney) might have to bring a number of documents to court which may include: The original signed lease agreement. The AAOAs mission is to make your job as a landlord easier.

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

Evicting a tenant is never easy, but it can be an unfortunate part of your job as a landlord. Prepare for your court hearing: You (or your attorney) might have to bring a number of documents to court which may include: The original signed lease agreement. The AAOAs mission is to make your job as a landlord easier.

Tenant

Real Property Management Choice

JULY 21, 2015

Backyard Plants According to AB2561, landlords are required to permit a tenant to do “personal agriculture” in their outdoor backyard using portable containers you have approved. It states that the city attorney can demand that a landlord evicts a tenant for unlawful possession of weapons or ammunition.

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

As a landlord or property manager, rent control may not be the most positive term in the real estate industry. It basically puts constraints on how much control a landlord has over their property, specifically on how much rent they can charge tenants. Rent control is a controversial subject especially for landlords.

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Real Property Management Choice

AUGUST 2, 2015

As a landlord, if you haven’t given much thought to the documents you keep—and those you discard—you risk being unable to defend your position in a dispute or pursue the tenant to collect damages in the event that becomes necessary. APPLICATION You should also keep the tenant’s rental application on file, for two reasons.

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Rental Housing Journal

JANUARY 16, 2025

The FTC should continue its work taking on corporate landlords that use illegal tactics to jack up rent, exploit tenants, and deprive Americans of safe and affordable housing. Greystar is responsible for advertising available units at the properties it manages. Khan in the release.

Tenant

Muldoon Associates

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Avoid the most common tenant screening mistakes by having a good application in place. Verify references and speak with previous landlords and employers to get a complete picture of the applicant. Have an attorney or a Colorado Springs property manager review your lease to ensure it complies with local laws.

Lease Agreement

Esquire Property Management Group

OCTOBER 9, 2024

This new law mandates that landlords and their representatives—across all commercial sectors, including office, industrial, and retail—adapt their leasing practices when engaging with a newly classified category of tenants known as “qualified commercial tenants.”

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Nest DC

MAY 9, 2023

Relationships between housing providers and tenants can be complicated, and that's why every state has its own set of landlord-tenant laws in place to protect both parties. In this article, we will discuss the landlord-tenant laws in Washington, D.C. Required Landlord Disclosures in Washington D.C Washington, D.C

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Buy low, sell high is a common refrain for investing, but its not always applicable to real estate. More than 120,000 landlords across the U.S. AAOA recommends you consult with a financial advisor, tax specialist, attorney or other specialist who is able to properly advise you. Join AAOA today.

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Buy low, sell high is a common refrain for investing, but its not always applicable to real estate. More than 120,000 landlords across the U.S. AAOA recommends you consult with a financial advisor, tax specialist, attorney or other specialist who is able to properly advise you. Join AAOA today.

Real Estate

Property Management Inc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Scammers will ask for application fees, deposits, rental payments or other charges from interested parties. Be careful of landlords who insist on payment in cash. It may be worth contacting an attorney who can help you figure out how you were scammed and what the best way to proceed is.

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Young Management

MARCH 14, 2024

What is a Rent Increase Letter A Rent Increase Letter is a formal document that a landlord sends to a tenant to inform them of an upcoming increase in their rent. For landlords, it’s a way to adjust rental income, often in response to market conditions or to cover increased property expenses.

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Florida Property Management

JUNE 26, 2020

Communicating with owners, tenants, vendors, and other interested parties such as insurance agents, attorneys, accountants, and other professionals. You need to follow the Fair Credit Reporting Act when you’re gathering data and screening applications. Responding to tenant concerns and questions.

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Renjoy

MAY 31, 2023

Prepare for additional taxes that may be applicable. Yes, if it is legal in your city and you comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Tax regulations can vary depending on the location, but in general, short-term rental hosts are responsible for collecting and remitting applicable taxes to the appropriate authorities.

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SparkRental

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

You could try to arrange eight separate landlord mortgages — or you could negotiate one single mortgage that covers all eight properties. However, as simple as the blanket mortgage definition, its uses and applications get more nuanced. Buy-and-Hold Investors Landlords who buy and hold real estate can use blanket loans in several ways.

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Real Property Management California Coast

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Be that as it may, there are so many differences among state laws with who will handle the transfer (your real estate agent or an attorney, for example), whether title insurance is required, who pays which closing costs, and who owns the property on the day of closing.

Real Estate

Real Property Management DC Metro

APRIL 12, 2016

In your rental policy there should be clearly defined requirements for an applicant to be approved to live in your property. Likewise there should be criteria that will disqualify applicants despite them meeting other requirements. What does this mean? For example: income must be xx times the monthly rent.

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California Pacific Realty

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Lower Initial Expenses Buying a home typically requires a substantial down payment, closing costs, and other fees associated with mortgage applications and inspections. These may include loan origination fees, appraisal fees, title insurance, attorney fees, and more. Check the Landlord or Property Manager’s Reputation.

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MRI Software

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Note that some local jurisdictions require a landlord or agent to file a court order to officially begin the eviction process. The type of notice you use depends on the reason for eviction and the applicable state and local laws. There are different types of written notices that property managers may use.

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Real Property Management Choice

MARCH 14, 2024

We work well with real estate investors, rental property owners, first-time landlords, and the residents in our community who are looking for good homes. We have excellent relationships in place with vendors and contractors, insurance agents, brokers, and attorneys. Every application is screened fairly and consistently.

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