Fourandhalf

JULY 17, 2025

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. Education is key to combating the misconception that all property managers do is collect rent. They’re doing it out of misunderstanding.

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Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 10, 2025

5 best maintenance practices to keep tenants satisfied and keep the property owner and management out of legal trouble. Below are five areas where good maintenance practices will keep tenants satisfied and the property owner out of legal trouble. Prioritize Maintenance Requests Determine whether the need is urgent or an emergency.

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Maintenance Tenant Landlord Broker 66

BetterWho

JUNE 17, 2025

What makes it different: Focused on day-to-day use cases and automation Helps reduce time on property maintenance , leasing, and accounting Improves team efficiency and reporting accuracy Best for: Teams bogged down by repetitive admin and poor platform usage.

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American Apartment Owners Association

JULY 17, 2025

They’re the choices that take place in leasing offices, during maintenance calls, or while responding to a resident’s email. Investing in ethical leadership and ongoing education isn’t just good practice—it’s a strategic advantage. These aren’t just customer service decisions. That’s why consistency is key.

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Buildium

JULY 21, 2025

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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American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 19, 2025

The Evolution of Communication in Property Management AI-powered chatbots and automated messaging systems are becoming the norm, helping property teams respond to resident inquiries, process maintenance requests, and even screen rental applications. Additionally, human oversight must remain a fundamental part of the process.

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Compliance Property Management Property Manager Applications 130

American Apartment Owners Association

JUNE 20, 2025

One that ranks high is appliance maintenance and repair. Preventive maintenance remains key. Hang drain catchers and educate tenants on what can go down the garbage disposal. Keep a maintenance log. They track signs of wear, set aside repair funds, and educate tenants on operation. You can’t control that.

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ADDA

MAY 29, 2025

Here are some common HOA fund types: Operating Fund : Covers everyday expenses like landscaping, utility bills, routine maintenance, and management fees. Behind the scenes, one of the boards most important responsibilities is managing moneyand doing it in a way thats transparent, compliant, and future-focused. What Is Fund Accounting?

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Finance Education Compliance Insurance 130

Esquire Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Being open and honest about maintenance difficulties, tenant complaints, and financial concerns is an essential component of transparency. The maintenance of a property is vital for maintaining the value of the property and ensuring that tenants are satisfied. Does your property management team adequately screen potential tenants?

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Buildium

JANUARY 27, 2025

New condo regulations: Condo buildings that are at least 30 years old are facing new requirements to undergo inspections and repairs, as well as set aside funds for future maintenance. This dynamic city offers a unique blend of government, education, and healthcare sectors, which contribute to its strong economy and stable job market.

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Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 30, 2025

Whether during construction, renovation, or ongoing maintenance, prioritize: Recycled or reclaimed materials Non-toxic paints and finishes Bamboo, cork, or FSC-certified wood Low-VOC adhesives and sealants Solar panel installations and green roofs These materials support environmental goals, enhancing indoor air quality and durability.

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Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Educate Residents and Staff: Provide training, guides, or tutorials to help users learn new access methods and resolve issues quickly. Schedule Regular Maintenance: Perform routine inspections, updates, and repairs to keep hardware and software functioning reliably. Communicate policies clearly to all parties.

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Apartment Management Apartment Management License 130

RL Property Management

JULY 2, 2025

Think of turnover as a kind of “maintenance multiplier.” If you own an older home or haven’t kept up with maintenance, this might sound familiar. The General Rule: Budget 1.5x–2x 2x Monthly Rent Annually Here’s a simple rule that can save you from major headaches: Set aside 1.5 Pro tip: Don’t treat turnover like a surprise.

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Rental Housing Journal

JULY 21, 2025

They’re the individual choices that take place in leasing offices, during maintenance calls, or while responding to a resident’s email. Investing in ethical leadership and ongoing education isn’t just good practice—it’s a strategic advantage. These aren’t just customer-service decisions. That’s why consistency is key.

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RL Property Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Most property management advice focuses on practical strategieshow to screen residents, handle maintenance, renew leases, maximize ROIthe list goes on and on. But lets take a break from these typical topics to talk about something that quietly shapes every aspect of the property management industry: the power of language. The good news?

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Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

Faster Work Order Completions In the past, tenants had to call or email to submit a maintenance request, then follow up separately to check the statusadding extra hassle to their day. Now, maintenance automation has streamlined this process significantly. The right tools go well beyond crossing tasks off your to-do list.

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Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

That means they need to: Complete 60 hours of approved pre-licensing education. Managing a rental property comes with more work than most people expect—advertising vacancies, answering calls, showing units, and sorting out lease paperwork. Instead of juggling it all, many landlords turn to leasing agents for help. Let’s find out.

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ADDA

JULY 23, 2025

In the event of an emergency or for building maintenance, the resident is still required to grant access. Maintenance Planning: Budgets for society should account for routine upkeep and repairs. Maintenance Planning: Budgets for society should account for routine upkeep and repairs. Is it possible for a RWA to limit access?

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Regulation Apartment Government Compliance 130

Buildium

JANUARY 22, 2025

Educational Content: Provide educational content that addresses common property management challenges and solutions. For instance, write a guide on tenant screening or a video series on property maintenance tips. Make sure that the site is easy to navigate on mobile, as many users access websites through their smartphones.

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Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 18, 2025

About the author: In 2005, The Fair Housing Institute was founded as a company with one goal: to provide educational and entertaining fair-housing compliance training at an affordable price at the click of a button. A unit might become excessively cluttered, blocking exits, attracting pests, or generating odors that affect neighboring units.

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Rental Housing Journal

JANUARY 21, 2025

About the author: In 2005, The Fair Housing Institute was founded as a company with one goal: to provide educational and entertaining fair-housing compliance training at an affordable price at the click of a button. For property management companies of all sizes, the creation of a basic fair housing policy is non-negotiable.

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Property Management Property Manager Management Compliance 98

Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 18, 2025

The Evolution of Communication in Property Management AI-powered chatbots and automated messaging systems are becoming the norm, helping property teams respond to resident inquiries, process maintenance requests, and even screen rental applications. Additionally, human oversight must remain a fundamental part of the process.

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Compliance Property Management Property Manager Education 59

American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 31, 2025

Treasuries Earn at least 75% of gross income from real estate-related sources Be managed by a board of directors or trustees Education Needed to Work in REITs While its possible to break into this field through experience, most professionals hold at least a bachelors degree in finance, real estate, business, or economics.

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Real Estate Education Rental Income Finance 130

Muldoon Associates

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

After all, theres rent to collect and vacancies to fill and preventative maintenance services to schedule. You can lock and unlock doors as needed, whether a tenant is arriving for a self-showing or a vendor needs to complete maintenance during the turnover process. What does it take to become a stress-free landlord? It saves time.

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Real Property Management Choice

MAY 15, 2025

Sustainability is a big buzzword lately. But its more than that. Its also a good business practice, especially when were talking about the Torrance real estate and rental markets. Tenants are looking for properties that are more efficient and more responsible from an environmental standpoint. Its also a matter of economics. Tenant Appeal.

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Rental Property Real Estate Property Regulation 52

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 12, 2025

Educate tenants—without blaming them. If you spot roaches often, especially during the day, that’s a red flag. Roaches usually hide, so when they’re out in the open, it often means the problem is bigger than it looks. In addition to that, you might also notice an unpleasant, musty smell around the kitchen or bathroom. Make it a team effort.

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Apartment Landlord Tenant Property Management 147

RL Property Management

APRIL 3, 2025

Maintenance Is Eating Up Your Weekends (and Wallet) 4. Maintenance Is Eating Up Your Weekends (and Wallet) Maintenance is one of the biggest time-sucks in property managementand one of the most expensive if its not handled proactively. Sound familiar? Youre not alone. Table of Contents 1. Scaling Feels Impossible on Your Own 7.

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RL Property Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Without regular check-ins, its easy to miss important maintenance issues. This process ensures that landlords arent caught off guard by unexpected maintenance costs and can plan accordingly. How Our Process Works At RL Property Management, we believe in a proactive approach to property maintenance.

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Authority Property Management

APRIL 25, 2025

The local job market is powered by healthcare, education, retail, and public sector employment. Skip the funky layouts, hard-to-access neighborhoods, or homes with high deferred maintenance costs. From screening great tenants and handling maintenance calls to navigating Californias ever-changing landlord lawsweve got your back.

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Single-Family Home Retail Consulting Rent 59

RL Property Management

JANUARY 20, 2025

Whether its outlining a maintenance plan, explaining the reasoning behind a repair, or offering a proactive heads-up about upcoming changes, transparent communication ensures there are no surprisesonly solutions that align with your best interests. For property owners, this means never being left in the dark or wondering whats next.

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HOA Managememt

JULY 3, 2025

Understand the issues: Educate yourself on budget concerns, maintenance plans, and community challenges. Best Practices for Aspiring Candidates If you do qualify to run, here are some additional tips for standing out: Be visible: Attend board meetings and get to know your neighbors.

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Litigation Government Contractors Compliance 147

RL Property Management

JUNE 2, 2025

Its someone who matches your propertys value, lease expectations, and maintenance standards. In Columbus, the summer months bring a rush of tenant movement. But while the demand is high, so is the competition. If your property isnt marketed well, the best renters will scroll right past it, or worse, never see it at all.

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Tenant Rental Property Property Lease 52

RL Property Management

JANUARY 24, 2025

From tenant management to regulatory compliance and property maintenance, their services allow you to focus on growing your portfolio while keeping everything in check. Maintenance & Repairs: Sustaining Property Value and Tenant Satisfaction Maintaining a property is key to retaining tenants and preventing costly issues.

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RL Property Management

JUNE 23, 2025

Maintenance responsibilities: Clarifying what the tenant is responsible for versus what the landlord or property manager will handle. Why Proactive Maintenance is Key to Columbus Tenant Retention Few things impact a tenant’s daily comfort and satisfaction more than the condition of their home and how maintenance issues are handled.

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RL Property Management

MARCH 25, 2025

Because even small screening and lease agreement mistakes can cost you thousands in lost rent, legal fees, and property damage, not to mention time, stress, and lost sleep. And all too often, it starts with a rushed screening decision or a poorly written lease. Then someone messages you. Feels like a win, right? This is where many landlords slip.

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Lease Agreement Lease Landlord Property Management 59

MRI Software

JULY 1, 2025

Installing fire-resistant materials, maintaining smoke alarms, and educating tenants on fire safety helps reduce risks and improve emergency response. Conduct regular property inspections and maintenance Routine inspections help identify small issues before they turn into major disasters.

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RL Property Management

APRIL 18, 2025

At some point, every late night, every maintenance call, and every spreadsheet had to evolve into a system. At some point, every late night, every maintenance call, and every spreadsheet had to evolve into a system. You Cant Skip the Grind, But You Can Systematize It Growth didnt come from hustle alone. Systems create freedom.

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