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Can You Charge A Pet Deposit or Pet Fee For Assistance Animals?

American Apartment Owners Association

This question often confronts landlords as they deal with the legal landscape concerning the rights of residents with disabilities. In the following article, we will explore whether landlords can legally impose a pet deposit for assistance animals and discuss the legal framework that safeguards these vital companions.

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Choosing an apartment management certification: Tips and comparisons

Buildium

It shows your dedication to professionalism and ongoing education. Certification programs emphasize legal compliance and ethical standards to keep you informed. Certified Apartment Leasing Professional (CALP) – NAA Education Institute Overview: CALP focuses on leasing agents but also benefits managers who supervise leasing teams.

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3 Reasons Why Some Homeowners Avoid Property Management (and How to Win Their Business)

Fourandhalf

Whether you’re updating your website, refining your sales pitch, or creating educational content, these insights will help you connect more effectively with the owners you’re trying to reach. Without a clear understanding of what’s included in a management service, homeowners often underestimate the risk and workload of being a landlord.

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The Best Free Property Management Classes

BetterWho

BiggerPockets Webinars and Forums Platform: biggerpockets.com You’ll find: Strategy sessions with investors and PMs Property management training topics Case studies and common pitfalls Best for: DIY landlords and aspiring PM business owners.

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Resident Screening & Lease Agreements: 4 Mistakes Columbus Landlords Should Avoid

RL Property Management

If youre a DIY landlord trying to save time or cut corners, heres some advice: DONT. This article focuses on the real-world consequences of 4 common landlord mistakes, so YOU can avoid rental management nightmares and protect your investment. This is where many landlords slip. Then someone messages you. Feels like a win, right?

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What Does a Leasing Agent Do? Basics You Need to Know

Bay Property Management Group

Instead of juggling it all, many landlords turn to leasing agents for help. A leasing agent is the person who helps landlords rent out their properties, such as houses, apartments, or even commercial spaces like offices or retail stores. That means they need to: Complete 60 hours of approved pre-licensing education.

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Hoarding in Housing: What Every New Team Member Should Know

Rental Housing Journal

One of these situations is hoarding—a condition that presents both health and safety risks and the need for careful compliance with fair-housing laws. The objective is not to excuse lease violations indefinitely, but to explore reasonable ways to help the resident come into compliance while acknowledging their disability.