Tue.Jul 08, 2025

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New Florida laws for summer 2025: Is your condo impacted?

Condo Control

Although summer is a great time for a bit of rest and relaxation, Florida condominiums have some work ahead of them. House Bill 913 , also known as the 2025 Reform Bill, came into effect July 1. While much of the massive bill focuses on softening the blow of the safety legislation passed in 2022, there are some important points not related to milestone structural inspections or structural integrity reserve studies (SIRS).

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Washington State Rent Control: What Multifamily Property Owners and Investors Need to Know Now

Rental Housing Journal

By Michael Coleman and Faris Babineaux Associates, Haynes Boone As of May 7, 2025, Washington state has a new rent control law under House Bill 1217. Washington is now the third state in the country with a statewide rent cap, joining California and Oregon. For multifamily property owners and investors, this new law has significant implications. It affects the amount by which rents can increase each year, changes income and expense planning, and may influence property values.

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Property Owner Guide: How a Property Manager Saves You Money

Osprey Property Management

Managing your own rental property might seem like a smart way to save money, but many property owners find that doing it all themselves costs more in the long run. From missed rent to expensive repairs and long vacancies, the hidden costs of self-management add up fast.

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Critical Insights for Property Managers: Leveraging Tech and Communication to Boost Resident Satisfaction 

Lula

The financial health and growth of property management companies is more closely tied to resident experience than ever before. And perhaps it’s always been tied to resident experience—but now we have proof. AppFolio’s recent research, “2025 Renter Preferences Report,” demonstrates renter preferences, satisfaction drivers, and trends impacting the rental market.

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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Why Rental Real Estate Remains a Smart Move (Even in Uncertain Times)

RL Property Management

When the economy shifts or headlines spark concern, it’s natural for investors to second-guess their next move. Inflation, interest rates, global conflict… these factors create a storm of uncertainty that can leave even seasoned property owners feeling stuck. But here’s the truth: real estate isn’t built for panic mode. It’s a long-term game.

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How to Grow a Property Management Company: 8 Tips for Success

Second Nature

Scaling a property management business is not easy. Especially in highly competitive markets, real estate investors are trying to shop on price, services, and convenience. Meanwhile, you’re trying to make sure you’re selecting the right clients and maintaining a high enough profit margin to sustain your business. That leaves a lot of PMs unsure of exactly how to grow a property management company in a healthy way with a long-term vision.

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What Is a Home Equity Agreement? A Guide For Landlords

Bay Property Management Group

If you’ve built up equity in your rental property but don’t want to take on more debt, there’s a flexible option that more landlords are starting to explore—home equity agreements. But what is a home equity agreement? This guide breaks down what they are, how they work, and when they make the most sense. We’ll also walk you through the benefits, risks, and everything in between.

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Pet-Friendly Rental Listings Lease Faster

Rental Housing Journal

Most renters now have a pet, and new Zillow data shows pet-friendly rental listings and pet-inclusive housing listings are typically leased more than a week sooner than others. Pet-friendly rentals draw more views, saves and shares, and they are typically snapped up eight days sooner, according to a new analysis of more than 11 million rental listings on Zillow last year.

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A Tale of Three Types of Apartment Branding Strategies

Multifamily Insiders

Every apartment community presents a unique opportunity to build a brand. Whether you're naming a new lease-up or refreshing an existing multifamily property, your branding approach shapes the way residents perceive the experience—before they even visit the leasing office. But how do you decide which apartment branding strategy is right for your po.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Rest of 2025: Balance of Risk Tilts to Lower Rents

Rental Housing Journal

The multifamily rent forecast from Yardi Matrix says the multifamily sector is heading into the summer leasing season amid a complex mix of economic signals. While payrolls and consumer spending remain generally healthy, “forward‑looking measures such as consumer sentiment and Institute for Supply Management new orders suggest momentum is moderating,” writes Andrew Semmes, Yardi Matrix senior research analyst, in the report.

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How AI Search Impacts Multifamily SEO Strategy

Multifamily Insiders

Overview As AI answer engines gain traction, varying perspectives are emerging on their impact and how to respond strategically. This article offers an at-a-glance overview of the current state of AI search and outlines high-level strategies to help your company stay competitive in the multifamily space.

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Airbnb Security: Tech Items to Keep Your Rental Safe & Secure

Hospitable

Airbnb Security: Tech Items to Keep Your Rental Safe & Secure By The Hospitable Team OTAs Renting out your property on Airbnb presents some unique security challenges for hosts. When guests come and go from your home or apartment, keeping your rental space safe and secure can get tricky. There are numerous ways to protect your home while you’re away using smart technology items, especially when allowing new people into your space.

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How the Airbnb Algorithm Really Works—and Proven Ways to Rank Higher

Mamma Mode

The Airbnb algorithm is a bit of a mystery to hosts—but there are clear things I know that work. After helping over 10,000 hosts optimize their listings as an Airbnb Ambassador, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful these little tweaks can be. If you’ve ever searched your own listing and wondered why it’s buried on page 8… this one’s for you. Here’s a checklist of proven strategies that will boost your Airbnb’s visibility.

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Need Curated Pre-foreclosure Lists to Generate New Real Estate Leads? Trellis Has the Data!

Trellis is a state trial court research and analytics platform that provides Real Estate Professionals (Buyers, Foreclosure, Loan Modification, etc.) with LEADS on Pre-Foreclosures, Lis Pendes, Distressed Assets and more — to help uncover **new** opportunities and grow their business. The process is quick and easy — and all in real time. Trellis will supply you with a link to the relevant dockets, a Leads sheet and access to its UI where applicable.

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The Best MTD Software for Landlords: Which is Right For You?

Landlord Vision

The countdown is underway as the Making Tax Digital (MTD) deadline looms for landlords. Are you using MTD software yet? If not, don’t worry – there’s still time! Adopting MTD software now can help you streamline bookkeeping, keep more accurate records, and prepare for MTD ahead of the deadline. This guide explains the key differences between the […] The post The Best MTD Software for Landlords: Which is Right For You?

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South Arm 2 Bed Ground Floor Unit w/ Fenced Patio @ Mayfair Court

Sunstar Realty

Address: #147- 8111 Ryan Road, Richmond Rent: $2750 Available: September 1, 2025 - long term unfurnished Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Finished area: 805sf Flooring: carpets, tiles mixed Outdoor: 1 94sf fenced patio Parking: 1 open stall Deposits: half a month security deposit + fob deposits. Lease term: minimum one year lease. Move-in/out fees: as per strata bylaws.

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The True Cost of "Good Enough" in Multifamily

Multifamily Insiders

"Good enough." You hear it everywhere in multifamily. It's the mantra of minimal viable product: fill the vacancy, but just barely. Touch up paint rather than a proper make ready. Answering service responses that feel like a black hole. That, frankly, is insufficient effort. It's the shortcut that always costs more. A resident's ma.

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Airbnb Welcome Book: How to Impress Your Guests

Hospitable

Airbnb Welcome Book: How to Impress Your Guests By The Hospitable Team OTAs A well-designed Airbnb welcome book lets you welcome guests at your property even if you’re not there. It allows you to create a great first impression on your guests, provide them with useful information about your rental space, and ensure they have a great vacation. Here are tips on what details to include in your welcome book to make your guests feel at home and make their stay as comfortable and stress-free as possib

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Airbnb Listing Title Tips

Thanks For Visiting

Boost Your Bookings: Airbnb Listing Title Tips for Success You’re staring at your Airbnb listing, wondering why the bookings have slowed down. You’ve cleaned, you’ve staged, you’ve taken great photos. But something isn’t clicking, and your vacation rental property isn’t performing. The problem might be hiding in plain sight, in just 50 characters: your Airbnb title.

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The difference between the luxury property and yacht markets

PropertyMe

For these high-end clients, who include the likes of Hollywood A-listers, technology giant CEOs and global music and entertainment stars, Tavis says it’s all about creating a “bespoke solution”. The post The difference between the luxury property and yacht markets appeared first on PropertyMe.

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Secure Your Future: Are Your Cash Flow Calculations Ready for Retirement?

BiggerPockets

Retirement planning often feels like a checkbox exercise for high-income professionals and business owners. Work hard, save diligently, invest here and there—done, right?

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The difference between the luxury property and yacht markets

PropertyMe

For these high-end clients, who include the likes of Hollywood A-listers, technology giant CEOs and global music and entertainment stars, Tavis says it’s all about creating a “bespoke solution”. The post The difference between the luxury property and yacht markets appeared first on PropertyMe.