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What Is Debt-To-Income Ratio (DTI): What Investors Need to Know

Bay Property Management Group

In turn, that could make lenders hesitant to approve your application. Lets look at them both: Front-End DTI (Housing DTI) The front-end DTI focuses only on housing expensesthings like your mortgage payment, property taxes, homeowners’ insurance, and HOA fees, if applicable.

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Can You Cancel a Lease? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Bay Property Management Group

In this article, we walk you through everything you need to know about lease cancellation, as well as how to avoid potential pitfalls. Key Takeaways Lease Cancellation Requires Proper Procedures : Canceling a lease involves legal steps and clear communication. These are some of the most common questions in housing.

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The Top 10 Mistakes Colorado Springs Property Owners Make (And How to Avoid Them)

Muldoon Associates

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. Inadequate Lease Agreements A poorly constructed lease agreement can leave you vulnerable to disputes and legal issues.

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The Value of Property Management Software in 2025

American Apartment Owners Association

Leasing A sufficient understanding of state and local laws regarding lease agreements. To be a successful rental business owner, you need a high-level understanding of all these topics but when it comes to managing the day-to-day operations, you must rely on your talent and tools to keep your properties running efficiently.

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The Value of Property Management Software in 2025

American Apartment Owners Association

Leasing A sufficient understanding of state and local laws regarding lease agreements. To be a successful rental business owner, you need a high-level understanding of all these topics but when it comes to managing the day-to-day operations, you must rely on your talent and tools to keep your properties running efficiently.

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Landlord vs Property Manager: Key Differences Explained

Bay Property Management Group

A few of a landlords key responsibilities include Marketing and leasing of vacant units Tenant screening Rent and deposit collection Enforcing the lease agreement Handling repairs and emergency maintenance issues Compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal rental laws What Is a Property Manager?

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Top Tips for Managing Multi-Family Rentals Efficiently

Bay Property Management Group

Still, there are a few things you can keep in mind as you deal with these changes: Lease agreements : As a landlord, make sure you clearly outline expectations and responsibilities in the agreement such as maintenance duties, utility bills, pet regulations, and explicit terms for ending a lease.