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Bye-Bye Broker Fee

American Apartment Owners Association

The New York City Council approved new legislation on Wednesday that will eliminate hefty upfront broker fees for most renters. In New York City, unlike nearly every other place in the country, tenants are often forced to fork over a fee, on top of their rent, to a broker hired by the landlord before signing their new lease.

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Property managers’ revenue may be growing more than they think [The Lookout]

Buildium

First: Leasing has become less profitable, with renters moving less often than they have in previous years. And second: Brokering property sales is also less profitable, with rental owners buying and selling fewer properties in the current market. 41% will expand the services they provide.

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Critical Issues in Triple Net Leases Investors Should Know

Esquire Property Management Group

Triple net NNN leases seem to be all the rage for real estate investors. Real estate investors exhibit significant interest in triple net leases for several reasons. The reality is clear: triple net leases are seldom as unequivocal as they first seem. What is a Triple Net Lease and Why are they Desirable?

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What is the San Francisco Silicon Valley’s Sub-Lease Market Impact on Commercial Property Values in 2025

Esquire Property Management Group

Sublease Market 2025: Increased Competition and Pressure on Rental Rates The increase in sublease availability presents additional opportunities for prospective tenants, thereby heightening competition among property owners, landlords and property managers managing leasing.

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Finding the Perfect Multifamily Property

American Apartment Owners Association

Make sure you understand the historical actuals on the expense structure, not just what the broker estimates they could be, Lea said. Be aware of the down payment requirements and interest rates of conventional, commercial, FHA and VA loans, as they may vary depending on the size of the property.

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How to Negotiate Prices with Renters

American Apartment Owners Association

Need a Lease Agreement? Access 150+ state-specific legal landlord forms, including a lease. A rent concession is used to incentivize renters to sign a new lease orrenew an existing lease. Doing so will hopefully persuade them to sign the lease and fill your vacancy. You decline, and they end their lease.

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Is Real Estate Investment Trusts a Good Career Path?

American Apartment Owners Association

Marketing Coordinator Salary Range : $37,000 $97,000 Designs and implements campaigns to attract tenants or investors, working closely with leasing teams and brokers. Acquisition Analyst Salary Range : $50,000 $119,000 Identifies and evaluates new real estate investment opportunities, negotiates deals, and builds financial models.