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California Increases Dollar Limit for Home Repairs Without Licensed Contractors

Authority Property Management

Signed into law in September 2024, California Assembly Bill 2622 (AB 2622) introduces updates to the Contractors State License Law that directly benefit property owners and renters. AB 2622 raises the dollar threshold for contracting work that does not require a licensed contractor.

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How to conduct an HOA reserve study: A guide for community managers

Buildium

An HOA reserve study might not sound exciting, but they’re one of the most important tools for keeping community associations financially stable. This assessment serves as a roadmap for any repairs and replacements that the HOA will need to make in the future. It helps you determine the steps you can recommend to improve the communities you manage.

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What Are Leasehold Improvements in Rentals?

Bay Property Management Group

These improvements are often considered capital assets and may require landlord approval, licensed contractors, and lease review before starting. Main Takeaways Leasehold improvements are custom changes made to rental spaces—like adding walls or upgrading lighting—to better suit a tenant’s needs. Sometimes it can be confusing.

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Best practices for expanding your property management portfolio into new markets

Buildium

Before breaking into a new market, research its local landlord-tenant regulations, rent control laws, eviction policies, licensing requirements, and other relevant restrictions. Building Local Partnerships Partner with local real estate agents, contractors, and real estate lawyers. Here’s how you can stay in control across markets.

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Property maintenance management workflows 201: Shifting from reactive to proactive maintenance

Buildium

In other words, replace some (but not all) of your contractors with an in-house team trained to perform to your standards. In-house staff are being hired to handle work orders. Maintenance data is being collected, but performance and trends arent being tracked. At some point, you may want to bring the actual maintenance workers in-house.

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Everything you need to know about apartment management in 2025

Buildium

Partner with licensed plumbers, electricians, and HVAC professionals. Forecasting Tips for On-Time, On-Budget Rental Property Maintenance Staff, Contractors, and Vendor Management for Apartment Management Efficient operations rely on a dependable team and responsive service providers. Verify licenses and insurance before work begins.

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Why Property Management Maintenance Feels Expensive (and What’s Really Going On)

T&H Realty

Nick is also a highly successful real estate investor who formed Off Leash in response to what he saw as a lack of quality General Contractors in Central Indiana. Need a licensed HVAC, plumbing, or electrical pro? On top of this we have ongoing fees for Indiana General Contracting licensing and bonds. Expect 1.5–2×