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How to Become a Tiny House Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

In recent years, tiny homes have become a popular alternative to the traditionally large American-style home and a viable way to provide shelter within a small space. The structures have been used by those trying to downsize and as short-term rentals, disaster relief housing and homeless relief housing. Some tiny homes are actually found in trees. Although many people consider a house up to 600 square feet to be a tiny home, the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) Appendix AQ, stated that

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Are Pet Deposits Refundable? What You Need to Know

Bay Property Management Group

Pets are great companions, but they dont always stick to the house rules! They might scratch the walls, leave unbearable smells, or even damage appliances. Thats why landlords often ask for pet depositsto protect their property in the event Fido goes a little too far. But are pet deposits refundable? Read on to learn more about pet deposits, why you might not get your refund, and your rights as a tenant.

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How to Become a Tiny House Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

In recent years, tiny homes have become a popular alternative to the traditionally large American-style home and a viable way to provide shelter within a small space. The structures have been used by those trying to downsize and as short-term rentals, disaster relief housing and homeless relief housing. Some tiny homes are actually found in trees. Although many people consider a house up to 600 square feet to be a tiny home, the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) Appendix AQ, stated that

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Collecting Assessments: What To Consider When Negotiating A Repayment Plan

Mem Property Management

Millions of homeowners are facing or will face short- and long-term economic impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic. Many have already been furloughed or laid off. Paying the bills, including community association assessments, will get that much harder for the homeowners experiencing financial hardship. At the same time, community association boards have an important responsibility tocollect assessments, which fund essential services such as trash pickup, stormwater management, street and sidewalk m

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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 connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to keyless entry, 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

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Stress-Free Landlord: 5 Ways to Automate Your Colorado Springs Rental Property

Muldoon Associates

What does it take to become a stress-free landlord? Maybe it seems impossible. After all, theres rent to collect and vacancies to fill and preventative maintenance services to schedule. How can you not feel a little bit stressed when youre leasing, managing, and maintaining a Colorado Springs rental property ? It doesnt have to be this way. You can achieve a lot less stress, more peace of mind, and maybe even earn a bit more money when you integrate some automated solutions into your process.

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How to Minimize Vacancy Rates in Your Rental Properties

Young Management

Vacancy rates are one of the most significant concerns for property owners and landlords. A vacant rental unit not only generates no income but also adds to ongoing costs like maintenance, utilities, and advertising. Keeping your rental property occupied with reliable tenants is crucial for maximizing your return on investment and minimizing the time between leases.

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Quick Hits | CRE Distress: Is the Worst Over?

Colliers

Distress remains a key focus for investors, but it has yet to materialize in the same way it did post-GFC. While the total amount of distress across troubled and REO properties rose 24% year-over-year in Q4, this marks four consecutive quarters of deceleration. Does this indicate that distress has peaked? The data presents mixed signals.

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High-Performance Portfolio Optimization: Why Fewer and Deeper Wins

SparkRental

The Big Picture on Portfolio Optimization With The Fewer and Deeper Strategy: While diversification protects against downturns, excessive diversification dilutes returns, increases complexity, and leads to missed opportunities. Managing too many investments is time-consuming, costly, and makes it harder to track and optimize performance. Instead of spreading capital thinly across numerous assets, portfolio optimization using the “Fewer and Deeper” approach involves starting small, ga

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Lessons On Inclusivity, Pricing And Global Scalability

Forbes Business Council

Apple Vision Pro provides an opportunity to explore broader strategies that any business can apply when introducing transformative products or services.

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A Host’s Guide to Vacation Rental Email Marketing

Host Tools

Email marketing is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal as a vacation rental owner or property manager. With a well-thought-out email strategy, you can engage guests, increase bookings, build loyalty, and ultimately grow your business all while keeping costs low. We’ve put together this comprehensive guide to help you make the most of email marketing.

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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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Skilled Trades: Jobs Hidden In Plain Sight

Forbes Business Council

How do we reverse the current trend and spark interest in skilled trades?

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New Tariffs Mean Much More for Mortgage Rates Than You Think

BiggerPockets

Tariffs and trade wars could affect mortgage rates much more than most Americans think.

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Luxury Active Adult Communities: Nurturing Residents’ Joie De Vivre

Forbes Business Council

Like other luxury residences, active adult communities must be designed to merge social and active with private and exclusive.

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Your Guide to Security Deposit Laws in Florida l Second Nature

Second Nature

In our guide to security deposit laws in Florida, we share details about common laws, answers to common questions from property managers, and best practices.

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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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15 Strategies For Navigating Male-Dominated Industries, Tested By Women Entrepreneurs

Forbes Business Council

Take things into your own hands and identify your own mentors.

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The Pros and Cons of Allowing Pets in Your Torrance Rental Property

Real Property Management Choice

Pets can be a pretty hot topic in property management. Even people who love their own pets tend to hesitate before allowing pets in their Torrance rental properties. Perhaps they imagine the worst; scratched up floors, shredded paint on walls, and odors that are not only unpleasant but nearly impossible to eliminate before new tenants move in. Sure, there are risks.

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Understanding Motivation: The Key To Pushing Through Barriers

Forbes Business Council

To truly overcome obstacles and achieve lasting success, its essential to understand the two types of motivation: internal and external.

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Shop Airbnb Competitors To Increase Bookings

Thanks For Visiting

Ever Feel Lost When Pricing Your Airbnb? See competitors booked solid while you have vacancies? It’s frustrating. Learning how to shop Airbnb competitors is key. This offers valuable insights to boost your bookings. Shopping your competition isnt about copying. Its about understanding the vacation rental market and your target audience. We’ll explore how to use smart tactics to maximize your bookings.

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Using AI Customer Support Agents To Create Jobs And Expand Industry

Forbes Business Council

Fears of AI replacing jobs echo past tech revolutions, but innovation often creates more opportunities than it destroys.

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How To Prevent Overwhelm And Avoid Overloading Customers In The New Year

Forbes Business Council

Without a thoughtful, personalized approach, onboarding risks losing sight of the core job your customer hired you to do in the first place.

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5 Culture Matters For Building An Unstoppable Team

Forbes Business Council

You can have an amazing mission and strategic plan, but without a team of people aligned around that mission and committed to one another, it won't matter.

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How QR Codes Help Bridge The Sustainability Information Gap

Forbes Business Council

Consumer demand for verified sustainability information sends a clear market signal: Transparency pays off.

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Decoding Growth: From Startup To Global Leader

Forbes Business Council

Guiding a company from startup to global leader demands flexibility, tenacity and a deep dedication to your mission.

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Reducing Cybersecurity Risk In 2025: Consider A Supply Chain Strategy

Forbes Business Council

Securing your supply chain now isnt just a risk-mitigating move; its the next step forward in a digital world.

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Sustainable Farming: How AgTech Leaders Can Tackle Adoption Challenges

Forbes Business Council

While farmers are increasingly adopting technology in farming, there are several reasons why some may not have fully embraced these advancements.

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Mastering Engagement And Scalability With Account-Based Marketing

Forbes Business Council

By mastering the newest strategies in ABM, marketing leaders can redefine how they connect with their most valuable clients.

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Breaking Cultural Barriers: A Guide To Building Trust Across Borders

Forbes Business Council

As businesses become increasingly global and reliant on technology, the ability to build trust across cultures will become a critical competitive advantage.

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EB-5 Financing: Five Key Insights For Developers Seeking Alternative Funding

Forbes Business Council

Before considering this type of financing, it is crucial to understand these five key aspects of the EB-5 program.

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New Market Expansion: 20 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Mitigate Risk

Forbes Business Council

Before making any concrete plans to jump into a new market, it's best entrepreneurs do their due diligence first.

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What Tech Executives Can Bring To The Public Sector

Forbes Business Council

When modernizing operations and infrastructure, the specific skills and mindset of technology builders can prove invaluable.

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