InveServe

JULY 9, 2025

But, it’s good to remember that this convenience usually comes with a higher base rent, as the property owner needs to account for the costs they are taking on. Single Net (N) Lease The tenant pays their base rent plus an agreed-upon part of the property taxes. For the tenant, this means predictable budgeting.

Commercial Property

RL Property Management

JUNE 23, 2025

It’s not just about a month or two of lost rent. Preparing the unit for the next resident often involves professional cleaning, fresh paint, carpet cleaning, and addressing any necessary repairs or updates to meet “rent-ready” standards. Transparency is also key when handling lease renewals and rent adjustments.

Tenant

Property Management Inc.

JULY 11, 2025

Whether it’s due to unpaid rent, a lease violation, or a tenant refusing to vacate, drafting a professional eviction notice is your first step in reclaiming control of your property. An eviction notice is a formal document that informs tenants they must vacate the rental property by a specific date. What Is an Eviction Notice?

Lease Agreement

Rental Housing Journal

JULY 25, 2025

California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a stark warning to landlords across the state: Housing discrimination against immigrant tenants is illegal and will not be tolerated, according to a release. Landlords presented with a subpoena for documents or evidence should seek legal advice on how to respond.

Landlord

ADDA

JULY 23, 2025

Collect Documents Frequently needed documents are: Memorandum of Association (MoA) – signed by founding members Bye-Laws – signed copies governing membership, governance, and operations. Builder Non-Cooperation: Postponements in document handover or NOC Legal Confusion: Incorrect Act Selection (e.g.,

Government

Muldoon Associates

JUNE 5, 2025

If it’s time to talk about financing an investment property , you’re likely ready to purchase something that you’ll rent out. Lenders will scrutinize your debt-to-income ratio, credit history, and asset documentation more closely than they would for owner-occupied properties. That’s good news.

Finance

RL Property Management

JANUARY 20, 2025

Overview of Columbus-Specific Rental Laws Navigating rental laws starts with understanding the Fair Housing Act (FHA), a federal law that protects tenants from discrimination when renting or buying a home. For more guidance on avoiding discriminatory language, check out the Ohio Attorney Generals Fair Housing Guide.

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Hospitable

MAY 29, 2025

These are specific types of guests that will be most interested in renting your Airbnb, and they will be the focus of your marketing efforts. This formal written document will help establish clear expectations for your guests and protect your property in the event of damage or any unexpected situation.

Airbnb

Thanks For Visiting

MAY 9, 2025

Be diligent in documenting progress and noting failures. Documenting Issues The initial step is to address the concerns directly with the property manager. Here are the type of topics you may be discussing as you’re both going through that documentation process: Invoicing Issues. Lack of tenant screenings.

Property Management

Buildium

APRIL 21, 2025

Trust accounts in property management are used to keep tenant rent payments and security deposits separate from the business operating account. An account that accepts rents must be structured as a trust. Managing trust account records involves maintaining detailed and accurate documentation of all transactions.

Property Management

American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 22, 2025

No matter if youre an independent landlord renting out a single-family home, a multifamily property owner managing multiple units, or a realtor expanding in property management, launching a real estate business is typically accompanied by unique legal challenges. This makes an LLC ideal for partnerships and also solopreneurs.

Real Estate

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 21, 2025

Then, you can tap into potentially significant profit margins when you rent out or sell the property after improvements. Work with your teamyour real estate agent, attorney, or title companyto handle the paperwork and wrap up the transaction. Before you sign anything, take the time to review all documents carefully.

IT

Rental Housing Journal

APRIL 22, 2025

The Portland City Council has pushed back to committee a proposal to ban landlords from using rent-setting algorithms, according to reports. Some municipalities have weighed or formalized measures to ban the use of rent setting algorithms locally, but RealPage fired back with its federal lawsuit against Berkeley in April.

Rent

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 16, 2024

When residents lease a property, they sign an agreement outlining their responsibilities, such as timely rent payments. These violations can happen when residents take unauthorized actions or overlook certain responsibilities, like missing rent payments. Mediators facilitate compromise, while attorneys provide essential legal guidance.

Lease

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

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. Paid rent on time? What is included in a rental application?

Applications

Buildium

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Property managers are required to request a W-9 from and issue a 1099-MISC form to each owner, attorney, and contractor they work with, so long as payments meet or exceed the $600 threshold. The W-9 form will give you their filing status and federal tax ID, so you can file your 1099-MISC forms accurately when the time comes.

Property Management

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Some key elements to consider include: The lease agreement This legally binding document outlines the terms and conditions of the rental agreement, including rental payment, lease duration, and any specific rules or restrictions. Privacy Both landlords and tenants have the right to privacy. Need Legal Help? Its only $5 for a 1-week trial.

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Beach Front Property Management

JANUARY 15, 2025

Document Your Losses Thoroughly Begin by taking photos of the damage and listing items that were destroyed or need repairs. Note the original purchase prices for each item and collect any receipts you have to support your documentation. If the policy wording is unclear, consult a local attorney specializing in insurance law.

Insurance

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Analyzing rental trends, vacancy rates, and comparable rents can provide valuable insights into the property’sincome potentialand overall market stability. Conducting a detailed review of lease agreements and legal documents is also necessary to uncover any potentiallegal risksthat could impact the investment. Need Legal Help?

Real Estate

Beach Front Property Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

When residents lease a property, they sign an agreement outlining their responsibilities, such as timely rent payments. These violations can happen when residents take unauthorized actions or overlook certain responsibilities, like missing rent payments. Mediators facilitate compromise, while attorneys provide essential legal guidance.

Lease

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. If you decide to keep these applications, Please be sure to store them securely. When did he or she pay?

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

Unpaid rent is the primary reason to evict a tenant. However, you cannot ask them to pack their bags at a moments notice because you did not receive their rent payment. A formal written pay rent or quit (move out) notice will serve as your tenants heads up. Financial documents, like rent roll and bank statements.

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

Unpaid rent is the primary reason to evict a tenant. However, you cannot ask them to pack their bags at a moments notice because you did not receive their rent payment. A formal written pay rent or quit (move out) notice will serve as your tenants heads up. Financial documents, like rent roll and bank statements.

Tenant

Real Property Management Evertrust

OCTOBER 7, 2024

It’s tempting to rent to the first person who shows interest in your property, especially when your rental is sitting vacant. Failing to catch these early on can leave you with someone who doesn’t pay rent on time or damages your property. Start with a polite conversation and document everything in writing.

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

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. Paid rent on time? What is included in a rental application?

Applications

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Finally, as a last resort, some local laws may let you withhold your rent or use some of it to pay for repairs. These documents could help you in a dispute. Whether it’s an attorney general’s office, code enforcement department, or other entity, your state should have an agency that handles housing habitability complaints.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

For example, you can find the Consumer Guide to Tenant and Landlord Rights from the Pennsylvania Attorney General a helpful guide for those in Philadelphia and nearby. Each state typically has a similar document that you can examine in order to find specific regulations on this matter. Another thing to consider is timing.

Lease

Real Property Management Evertrust

OCTOBER 7, 2024

While trusting your instincts is important, not screening tenants thoroughly can lead to issues like late rent payments, property damage, or even legal disputes. – Employment verification: To confirm they can afford the rent. Your lease should outline: – Rent payment deadlines and consequences for late payments.

Landlord

Beach Front Property Management

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

When preparing a property for rent, you handle key tasks like painting, cleaning carpets, making minor repairs, and ensuring that plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems are safe. You will also specify rent due dates and payment methods. Decide how you prefer to collect rent. Be clear and straightforward, minimizing legal jargon.

Lease

Young Management

MARCH 14, 2024

This article will guide you through the key factors to consider when creating a rent increase notice letter, ensuring that you maintain a positive relationship with your tenants and comply with legal requirements. What is the Maximum Rent Increase Allowed? This holds true for all forms of rental contracts.

Rent

Nest DC

OCTOBER 24, 2023

While renting out your property may be less than ideal, it could be the right choice for the short-term or even long-term. Bad tenants: Worry over problematic tenants is why many homeowners decide against renting, but we’re here to reassure you: leasing to bad tenants isn’t the norm. But if you have to move, what can you do?

Rent

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Engage with a reputable real estate attorney to ensure all legalities are in order and that the transaction progresses without a hitch. Property management software helps organize leasing documents, manage maintenance requests, and track rent payments.

Real Estate

Esquire Property Management Group

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Commercial Lease Agreement Rules Have Changed Overview of Legislative Changes The implications of this law encompass foundational alterations in lease agreements, especially concerning rent adjustments, lease termination notice periods, and the stipulations regarding the pass-through of operating expenses, i.e., property taxes.

Lease

Property Management Inc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

How Rental Listing Scams Happen There’s some variation when it comes to rental scams, but they typically have two elements in common: 1) the perpetrators advertise a rental property they have no legal right to rent and 2) attempt to collect money from unsuspecting renters who are interested in that property.

Property Management

Florida Property Management

JULY 23, 2021

If the eviction is contested by the Tenant then you need to get ready to go to court and in order to win the case you must prepare for it and document with proof the non-compliance. Documentation is the challenging part. Document as much as possible with specific dates and times.

Compliance

Esquire Property Management Group

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The fee generally covers tasks such as rent collection, coordinating maintenance, responding to tenant inquiries, and managing lease renewals. This fee can be a flat rate or a percentage of the first year’s rent, often ranging from 50% to 100% of one month’s rent, or sometimes 5-6% of the total cost of the lease.

Commercial Property Management

Property Management Inc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The typical reasons that landlords start the eviction process are related to a tenant not paying rent, violating the lease, or damaging the property. It’s important that a landlord uphold their end of the lease and hold onto documents that provide proof of this. It’s better to bring too many documents than not enough.

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