Bay Property Management Group

JULY 11, 2025

These days, it’s easy to feel like it doesn’t really matter who owns the property you’re renting. Understanding property ownership is useful for lease clarity, maintenance issues, verifying legitimate owners, and it’s generally legal to research this public information. Still, some may charge a small fee for copies, so be aware.

Property

T&H Realty

JUNE 23, 2025

So, you’re thinking about renting out your house in Central Indiana. Before you toss a “For Rent” sign in the yard or list it on Zillow, there are a few critical things to know — especially if you’re renting in Indianapolis, where the rental market, legal requirements, and property types vary drastically by neighborhood.

Rent

Property Management Inc.

JUNE 13, 2025

It allows tenants the opportunity to pay rent, correct lease violations, or leave voluntarily before the situation escalates. Lease agreements typically outline specific rules, but local housing laws often fill in the gaps. For nonpayment of rent, a written notice serves as the starting line.

Landlord

RL Property Management

JUNE 23, 2025

But the work isn’t over once they sign the lease. 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.

Tenant

Esquire Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

The proactive marketing of properties and the negotiation of lease renewals are two things that can help reduce vacancy rates. Property owners are looking for managers that can: Collect rent in a timely manner: Follow up on delinquent payments and make sure that rent is collected in a timely manner.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 27, 2025

Before buying or developing property , always review easements in title records and consult a real estate attorney to avoid costly surprises. Easements might sound like just more real estate jargon, but they can have a real impact on your property, whether you’re buying, selling, or renting it out.

Real Estate

Real Property Management Choice

MAY 29, 2025

Create a Rent-Ready Property That Tenants Cant Ignore Pay attention to the propertys functionality and aesthetics before listing it. Consider Curb Appeal First impressions are very important when youre renting out a property, and youll avoid long vacancies when the property looks good from the outside. Is it inviting and welcoming?

Lease Agreement

MRI Software

MARCH 5, 2025

Renting out property can be a great way to generate income, but it also comes with potential financial risks. If you rent out a property that you dont live in, most mortgage lenders will require you to have this insurance. Liability insurance covers attorney fees, court costs, and potential settlements to reduce financial strain.

Insurance

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. Common reasons include: Non-payment of rent: When tenants fail to pay rent or accumulate overdue rent and late fees.

Lease Agreement

ADDA

JULY 21, 2025

Send the application to the Registrar of the relevant jurisdiction (Societies/Co-operative/Apartment Act Registrar).

Government

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. If your landlord continues to fail to repair the broken AC, you may file a consumer complaint with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office.

Landlord

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. To avoid this, establish clear, written policies for screening, deposits, and lease agreementsand stick to them for every applicant.

Landlord

ADDA

JULY 23, 2025

Send the application to the Registrar of the relevant jurisdiction (Societies/Co-operative/Apartment Act Registrar).

Government

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

Thanks For Visiting

MAY 9, 2025

Records: Secure records like leases and reports. The role that landlords take is significant, and with rent collection and other property needs, it requires diligent work. Get copies for all, and know that you also might need an attorneys advice when it has more critical terms with tenants and safety and health, especially.

Property Management

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. Sell or Rent for Profit Choose an exit plan that aligns perfectly with your financial goals.

IT

Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 18, 2025

Remember Hank is not an attorney and he is not offering legal advice. Dear Landlord Hank, We rent, and the smoke detectors are not working. – Rita Dear Rita, Normally the lease will require you to replace smoke-detector batteries when they die, but the owner should be responsible for replacing the actual smoke detector.

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Have you ever encountered challenges with a lease violation? Lease violations are common situations that can impact both homeowners and residents. In this article, you will find the most common lease violation types. Dive into the details of lease violations and how to resolve them smoothly and successfully!

Lease

Appfolio

JULY 13, 2020

In the residential leasing world, May through September are known as leasing season—with July and August typically seeing the most volume. To make the most of leasing season, property managers, leasing teams, and marketing managers need to be ready for increased demand and commit resources to encourage lease renewals.

Lease

Beach Front Property Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Have you ever encountered challenges with a lease violation? Lease violations are common situations that can impact both homeowners and residents. In this article, you will find the most common lease violation types. Dive into the details of lease violations and how to resolve them smoothly and successfully!

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Rent increases are pretty much unavoidable. So, if you’re facing a rent increase, there are a few things to remember. Contents of This Article: How Often Can Your Landlord Increase Rent? Washington, DC, property managers know that rent increases are essential to the rental process. Here are a few tips to consider.

Rent

Bay Property Management Group

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

There are all kinds of reasons why someone would need to break their lease. How can you break your lease without penalty? 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. Life gets in the way, right?

Lease

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. A clear and comprehensive landlord-resident lease agreement is the best way to prevent misunderstandings. Decide how you prefer to collect rent.

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. All applicants over the age of 18 must be on the lease and should be screened.

Applications

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 2, 2024

San Francisco and Philadelphia are leading the charge against rent-setting software, passing laws to regulate the use of algorithmic systems that leverage nonpublic data. Critics, however, argue that targeting rent algorithms is a distraction from the root cause of rising housing costs: a lack of supply. They’re here.”

Rent

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? Ask unlimited questions.

Landlord

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. Just as you are placing your faith in a new tenant to pay their rent on time and respect your property, they are placing their trust in you that you will keep them safe while providing them with a habitable home.

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

Part of being a rental property owner or manager is understanding the local and state rent increase laws. A rent increase is a consistent responsibility for every landlord, but there are reasons beyond rent regulations and compliance to understand the process and reasons behind it. What causes rent to increase?

Compliance

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

Part of being a rental property owner or manager is understanding the local and state rent increase laws. A rent increase is a consistent responsibility for every landlord, but there are reasons beyond rent regulations and compliance to understand the process and reasons behind it. What causes rent to increase?

Compliance

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. Each location has its own different requirements and details regarding rent control.

Rent

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

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

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Fair Housing Act protects people from discrimination when they are renting or buying a home, getting a mortgage, seeking housing assistance, or engaging in other housing-related activities. CHAT WITH AN ATTORNEY What is a Section 8 voucher? Need Legal Help?

Applications

American Apartment Owners Association

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Fair Housing Act protects people from discrimination when they are renting or buying a home, getting a mortgage, seeking housing assistance, or engaging in other housing-related activities. CHAT WITH AN ATTORNEY What is a Section 8 voucher? Need Legal Help?

Applications

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The city council has been active the past few years in passing tenant protections such as caps on move-in fees, first qualified applicant rules, eviction rules, lease renewals and tenant screening rules. The suit claims this is a “taking” of the landlord’s property.

Landlord

Rental Housing Journal

JANUARY 16, 2025

The Federal Trade Commission and the state of Colorado have sued Greystar, the largest multifamily operator in the United States, for deceiving tenants about monthly rent costs by tacking on numerous mandatory hidden fees on top of advertised prices, according to a release. Greystar advertises its available apartments widely.

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