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

Beach Front Property Management

JANUARY 15, 2025

These policies may also cover the “loss of use” of your home and additional living expenses (ALE), including rent, hotel stays, meals, transportation, clothing, and other costs, up to a limit, if the fire makes your home uninhabitable or inaccessible. You can also file a complaint with your states Department of Insurance.

Insurance

Appfolio

JULY 13, 2020

After rent price and apartment features, 54% of renters said the community’s appearance played a role in their decision to visit a community, according to the NMHC / Kingsley Associates Renter Preference Report. Be sure to check federal and state resources online or consult an attorney if you’re unsure about what needs to be updated.

Lease

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. in a rental unit. When should you evict a tenant?

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. in a rental unit. When should you evict a tenant?

Tenant

Real Property Management Evertrust

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Failing to Properly Screen Tenants The Mistake: Many new landlords are so eager to fill their rental units that they skip or rush through tenant screening. While trusting your instincts is important, not screening tenants thoroughly can lead to issues like late rent payments, property damage, or even legal disputes.

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

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

It might seem like real estate investing is a matter of acquiring a property, fixing it up (if necessary), charging rent and collecting checks. You could buy a single-family house and rent it out until you decide to sell it. In return, it would get a percentage of your units monthly rent. What are your investment goals?

Real Estate

American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

It might seem like real estate investing is a matter of acquiring a property, fixing it up (if necessary), charging rent and collecting checks. You could buy a single-family house and rent it out until you decide to sell it. In return, it would get a percentage of your units monthly rent. What are your investment goals?

Real Estate

Nest DC

MAY 9, 2023

Truth in Renting Act The Truth in Renting Act is a Washington D.C law that requires housing providers to provide a tenant with a copy of the rental agreement and any rules and regulations that apply to the rental. are required to maintain the unit in a habitable condition and make necessary repairs promptly.

Landlord

Real Property Management Choice

JULY 21, 2015

However, this law exempts properties with less than five parking spaces or properties with subject to rent control. It states that the city attorney can demand that a landlord evicts a tenant for unlawful possession of weapons or ammunition. This law applies to any lease executed, renewed or extended on or after 1st July 2015.

Landlord

Nest DC

JUNE 9, 2023

Security Deposit Limits Landlords in Washington DC can charge tenants a security deposit that does not exceed one month's rent. While charging more than a month's rent is not an option, charging less is an option that some property owners make in order to attract renters to their rental unit.

Landlord

Property Management Inc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The national eviction moratorium prevented tens of millions of American families from being evicted for non-payment of rent at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. State the reason for termination explicitly, using legally recognized grounds like non-payment of rent, lease violation, or property damage.

Landlord

Authority Property Management

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Inside Scoop on California's Assembly Bill 12 Traditionally, landlords could charge up to two months' rent for an unfurnished unit and even three months for a furnished one. The new law limits security deposits to just one month's rent, whether the unit is furnished or not. Well, those days are over!

Landlord

Authority Property Management

JULY 5, 2024

Some common indicators include: Unpaid rent and no communication from the tenant. Consulting with a real estate attorney or a property management professional can provide guidance tailored to your specific situation and location. Conduct regular property inspections to stay informed about the condition of your rental units.

Landlord

MRI Software

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Unlike single-family foreclosures, multifamily homes have multiple rental units. For landlords, its an appealing option because it allows the management of multiple rental units within a single investment. Once the necessary repairs are made, you can charge higher rents and eventually sell the property for a profit.

Finance

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

You buy an investment property, find tenants and collect the rent. But the reality is that there is a great amount of work involved when you purchase a multifamily building or even just a single-family home to rent out. Free Rental Application Get 20 Rental Forms for FREE, including a rental application.

Property Manager

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

You buy an investment property, find tenants and collect the rent. But the reality is that there is a great amount of work involved when you purchase a multifamily building or even just a single-family home to rent out. Free Rental Application Get 20 Rental Forms for FREE, including a rental application.

Property Manager

Property Management Inc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The clauses of the lease should include specific terms such as the names of tenants and occupants, the rent amount, security deposits, and when the lease expires. When a Tenant Fails to Pay Rent Dealing with tenants who fail to pay rent requires a structured approach.

Lease

Authority Property Management

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Read this helpful article to learn more about the specifics of security deposits for rental units in California. Security Deposits In California, landlords must pay attention to the following guidelines when dealing with security deposits: A landlord can collect 2 months of rent as a security deposit for an unfurnished unit.

Landlord

Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 9, 2025

Key renter protections in Los Angeles include: Rent Control (RSO) Eviction Protections Anti-Harassment Ordinances Relocation Assistance Right to a Habitable Home Just Cause Requirements for Evictions These protections give renters the power to maintain stable housing and defend against unfair treatment.

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