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Finding the Perfect Multifamily Property

American Apartment Owners Association

Multifamily refers to properties, such as apartment complexes, condominiums, townhouses, semi-detached units and duplexes, all of which offer multiple spaces for rent. Operating costs can consist of property taxes, real estate agent fees, utilities, maintenance, property management fees, homeowners insurance and legal fees.

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What Utilities Are Included in Rent: A Guide for Tenants

Bay Property Management Group

When people set up their monthly budget, rent is usually the #1 priority, followed by utilities. That’s why some landlords bundle certain utilities with the rent. Still, what utilities are included in the rent, exactly? What Utilities Are Typically Included in the Rent? We’ll get into it below.

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A Safer Home: How Landlords Can Protect their Properties as Insurance Costs Rise

American Apartment Owners Association

Vice President & Branch Owner at All Solutions Insurance As property insurance costs inch up with inflation and rising maintenance costs, landlords are finding comprehensive and affordable insurance coverage increasingly difficult to secure and retain. By Seeta Bhandari, Sr. How much dwelling coverage do you need?

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How to Become a Tiny House Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

AvalonBay has added about 50 ADUs into some of its California communities.The average 425-square-foot studios and junior one-bedroom units generate rent between $4 and $8 per square foot. On average, the units have been rented out within 30 days and there have been minimal concerns from existing tenants.

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What Is a Mother-In-Law Apartment & Should You Have One?

Bay Property Management Group

Local zoning laws, rental regulations, and permits dictate whether you can build and lease them , with size restrictions, occupancy requirements, and compliance with tenant rights laws varying by region. Therefore, they are by all means subject to zoning and regulations. What Is a Mother-In-Law Apartment? In places like Washington D.C.,

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Is It Time for Property Management Software? Here’s How to Tell

American Apartment Owners Association

Youre Starting to Dread Daily Tasks If you’re spending hours every week chasing payments, organizing maintenance, or digging through paperwork, it’s time to automate: Online rent collection makes getting paid easier and faster. Automated maintenance requests keep vendors and tenants organized.

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The 5 best rental markets in Florida for investors & property managers in 2025

Buildium

And Floridas favorable tax policies and regulations are also attracting businesses to the state: Companies like Apple , Amazon , Goldman Sachs , and Citadel have all increased their presence in Miami. Tallahassee, Florida Rental Market Statistics Rental Inventory (Q2-24): 23,843 Units Added Since Q2-23: +906 Asking Rent Growth Since Q2-23: 2.8%