Buildium

JUNE 12, 2025

To keep up, landlords and property managers are turning to software that helps them automate tasks, stay organized, and grow their businesses. While Buildium is not free, its pricing reflects a scalable solution for professional managers who need reliable tools, audit-grade accounting, and strong compliance support.

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Avantio

JULY 7, 2025

With its specific rules and ongoing debate about who can mandate and regulate the state’s market, Florida vacation rentals are struggling to keep up with compliance and remain competitive. Florida Statutes and Regulations Do You Need a License for Vacation Rentals in Florida? What Is Florida’s Law on Short‑Term Rentals in 2025?

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Nest DC

JULY 15, 2025

Forget Instagram, the only BBL that matters for your DC rental is a Basic Business License. Forget Instagram – the only BBL that matters for your DC rental is a Basic Business License. That means scheduling a housing inspection with the Department of Buildings (DOB) and getting a Basic Business License. Sound familiar?

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RL Property Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

As Westervilles real estate market grows, landlords face increasingly complex challenges. From tenant screening and rent collection to legal compliance and maintenance, property management services take the stress out of ownership while maximizing returns. Why Work with Property Management in Westerville, Ohio?

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RL Property Management

MAY 7, 2025

Why Choosing the Right Property Manager in Columbus Matters Whether youre a seasoned investor or an accidental landlord, finding the right property management company can make or break your rental experience. Columbus, Ohio is a growing and competitive rental market with diverse tenant needs and an evolving regulatory landscape.

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RL Property Management

MAY 19, 2025

This guide will walk you through smart, cost-effective turnover tactics tailored for Columbus landlords who want maximum value without the fluff. Avoid Over-Improving This is where many landlords overspend. Know Where to Spendand Where to Save Strategic spending is what separates professional investors from hobby landlords.

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RL Property Management

APRIL 18, 2025

No clients, no license, and no formal experience in property management, just two founders in an apartment with a shared belief: we could build something better. Compliance Isnt Optional, Its Strategic Many investors treat legal compliance like a checkbox… until it becomes a costly problem. What principles helped us scale?

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Host Tools

MARCH 20, 2025

Getting your property licensed To operate legally, you need to obtain a short-term rental license from the City of Milwaukee. The licensing process typically involves providing proof of ownership (or landlord permission), meeting safety requirements, and paying the application fees. These fees must be renewed annually.

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RL Property Management

APRIL 26, 2025

As the real estate market in Hilliard continues to grow, landlords are facing increasingly complex challenges. Whether its handling tenants, ensuring legal compliance, or addressing maintenance needs, a good property management company makes owning rental properties much easier. Why Opt for Property Management in Hilliard, Ohio?

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Hospitable

JULY 2, 2025

In this blog, you’ll find general guidance for navigating STR laws and basic hosting standards that you are expected to follow to ensure compliance and provide a positive guest experience. These may include Zoning laws Building and housing standards Health and safety standards Landlord-tenant laws Tax requirements And other local ordinances.

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Authority Property Management

JUNE 27, 2025

For landlords and property managers, being prepared isn’t just good practice—it’s a critical responsibility. Notification System: Sign up landlords and tenants for AlertShasta   and the  Cal OES Alert and Warning  platform, so everyone receives evacuation orders in real time. a community center or school parking lot).

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American Apartment Owners Association

JUNE 5, 2025

As a full-service collection agency headquartered in Houston, Texas, Syncom brings over 29 years of industry expertise, holding licenses to operate in all 50 states. . (“Syncom”) to enhance Debt Collection Recovery Services for our valued members.

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McKee Properties

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Property managers act as intermediaries, handling tenant concerns, property maintenance, rent collection, and legal compliance. Property managers not only coordinate maintenanceespecially during emergenciesbut also ensure landlords get cost-effective repairs done to professional standards.

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MRI Software

MAY 21, 2025

Instead of raising rent to cover rising utility expenses, landlords can bill tenants directly for what they use, creating a fair and transparent system. Steps to implement a submetering system in multifamily buildings Installing a submetering system requires careful planning, regulatory compliance, and selecting the right technology.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 11, 2025

A real estate agent is a licensed professional who helps clients buy, sell, and lease properties. Again, both are licensed professionals who help people buy, sell, or rent properties. They are still licensed professionals. We bridge the gap between landlords and tenants by creating a smoother rental experience for all.

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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.

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SparkRental

MARCH 11, 2025

Always consult a licensed real estate consultant and/or financial advisor about your investment decisions. Being a landlord? Tim emphasized the importance of having a trusted local team including legal advisors, contractors, and property managers to ensure smooth operations and compliance with local laws.

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

These professionals bring real-world experience and innovative solutions to the challenges landlords face, from tax-saving strategies to managing emotional support animal (ESA) requests and tackling the insurance crisis. Davids session will cover the ins and outs of the law and how to streamline the compliance process. Lauren Lieb Sr.

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Authority Property Management

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Why Must California Property Managers Have a Real Estate Broker License? In California's dynamic real estate market, the legal requirements for property management often raise crucial questions for property owners and landlords.

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Authority Property Management

JULY 29, 2024

This blog post provides a detailed yet accessible analysis of SB-721's immediate and long-term effects on landlords and property managers in California. Qualified professionals must conduct these inspections, including licensed architects, civil or structural engineers, or experienced contractors.

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Real Property Management DC Metro

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

If you plan to rent your property in Washington DC you will need to obtain a rental license from DCRA. Basic Business License) This process requires some time, and a lot of paper work. The first thing you need to do is check with DC and make sure you are in compliance with all zoning regulations, and do a clean hand check.

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T&H Realty

DECEMBER 2, 2024

As a landlord in Indiana or Indianapolis, ensuring your rental properties comply with safety standards is crucial. But, they are vital for maintaining building safety and code compliance and limiting your liability. But, they are vital for maintaining building safety and code compliance and limiting your liability.

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Fourandhalf

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Are they in a database for licensing and insurance? Once you have something everyone agrees on, a property manager will go ahead and submit those bids to your property owner or the landlord, and together you might decide on the vendor. Apple to apple comparisons are made. * Are they in a database for licensing and insurance?

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Authority Property Management

MAY 27, 2025

Stay compliant, stay aheadyour 2025 landlord legal guide is here. With a fresh batch of legislation rolling out, landlords across the stateespecially in markets like Redding, Anderson, and Shasta Lakeare facing new obligations, risks, and opportunities. The rental landscape in California is shifting yet again in 2025.

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Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 31, 2025

The Oregon Senate has passed a bill to make it illegal for landlords to inquire about a potential renters immigration status, according to the Oregon Capital Chronicle. Calling it a moral imperative, the Oregon Senate voted Monday to ban landlords from asking about or disclosing tenants immigration status. Reinstadler wrote.

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Real Property Management California Coast

MAY 18, 2018

Do you, as a Playa Vista landlord, have to rent to a resident with an emotional support animal? How do we know which is what, and how does that affect you as a landlord? Any animal can be an ESA as long as the resident has a letter of endorsement from a licensed mental health professional. Interesting in learning more?

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Real Property Management DC Metro

MAY 18, 2018

Do you as an Adams Morgan landlord have to rent to a resident with an emotional support animal? To fully understand what these animals are and how it relates to your responsibility as an Adams Morgan landlord, let’s look at the differences between service animals and emotional support animals. Interesting learning more?

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Nest DC

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

From tenant screening to rental licensing to ongoing management, it’s easy to miss a step without the right guidance. You should understand the DC Tenant Bill of Rights and must obtain a Basic Business License from the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection to ensure compliance. Call Nest DC to learn more!

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Esquire Property Management Group

OCTOBER 9, 2024

This new law mandates that landlords and their representatives—across all commercial sectors, including office, industrial, and retail—adapt their leasing practices when engaging with a newly classified category of tenants known as “qualified commercial tenants.”

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Florida Property Management

JULY 23, 2021

How to deal with a person living in the premises that is not authorized in the Lease Agreement One of the problems one may face as a Landlord is to find out that a tenant has a person or persons living in the unit who is not an authorized person as per the lease agreement. Documentation is the challenging part.

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Property Management Inc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

At the end of the day, a landlord has the right to say yes or no. Without the consent of the landlord, a renter cannot install a pool. Whether you are a tenant or landlord, this informative guide will cover what you need to know about this process. This legally binding contract outlines tenant and landlord responsibilities.

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Muldoon Associates

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Additionally, they ensure compliance with local landlord-tenant laws, minimizing your legal risks. Licensed and insured contractors bring a level of expertise that ensures the job is done correctly and safely, minimizing the risk of future repairs and costly damages. They can also assist with financial planning and budgeting.

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RL Property Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Are you a landlord, investor, or simply curious about property management? Compliance and Regulations: From fair housing rules to lease agreements and eviction protocols, property management requires navigating numerous regulations. That’s where RL Property Management steps in with our new “Text a Property Manager” service!

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Gordon Property Management

JUNE 13, 2024

A fair housing complaint or a delay in returning a security deposit could cause real legal problems for a landlord. Here’s what you need to know and how you can ensure you’re doing everything you can to protect the rights of your tenants, advocate for your own rights, and remain in solid legal compliance.

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Real Property Management DC Metro

OCTOBER 6, 2023

It can be difficult to be a landlord and manage a rental property, especially when it comes to single-family homes. In order to reduce the stress and workload associated with managing a rental property, many landlords deal with reputable property management firms. Being overwhelmed is easy because there are so many responsibilities.

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SparkRental

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Always consult a licensed real estate consultant and/or financial advisor about your investment decisions. During the hiring process, you should have collected copies of their license, bonding, and insurance paperwork and a clear written contract with the scope of work. Being a landlord?

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RL Property Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

As Dublin’s real estate market continues to grow, landlords face increasing challenges in managing properties effectively. From rent collection to legal compliance and maintenance, property management services free up your time and energy while ensuring your property remains profitable. Why Choose Property Management in Dublin, Ohio?

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