Rental Property Warm Weather Tips for Landlords
Rentec Direct
MAY 12, 2025
Caring for your rental property in the warmer months as a landlord or property manager has its share of to-dos, but when accomplished, they will pay dividends.
10 features to look for in landlord property management software
Buildium
MARCH 20, 2025
Weve outlined key features that can help independent landlords become more organized and tackle property management tasks more efficiently. Unfortunately, many landlords make the mistake of thinking that they can save money by repurposing software theyre already using, like basic word processing and spreadsheet programs.
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How to Become a Tiny House Landlord
American Apartment Owners Association
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
According to Bankrate , if your tiny home is on land that you own and is built on a solid foundation, you are more likely to receive a good return on your investment when you go tosell your home. In other words, the value of your tiny home is directly related to its permanence.
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The Art of Landlord-Tenant Communication: A Comprehensive Guide
Real Property Management Evertrust
MAY 26, 2025
Communication is vital in forming a strong relationship between landlords and tenants, as it outlines the responsibilities of both sides. Phone Communication: The phone is an outstanding tool for landlords and tenants to communicate effectively. Nevertheless, exercise care and maintain professionalism while utilizing it.
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Rental property maintenance software for landlords
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
Because maintenance is such an important and constant responsibility for landlords, it pays to have software that can help lighten the load. Because maintenance is such an important and constant responsibility for landlords, it pays to have software that can help lighten the load. What Is Rental Property Maintenance Software?
What Appliances Should Landlords Provide?
Genuine Property Management
MAY 7, 2025
When managing a rental property, one of the most practical decisions landlords face is which appliances to include. From tenant expectations to cost and maintenance, understanding […] The post What Appliances Should Landlords Provide?
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What is Rent-to-Income Ratio and Why Should Landlords Care?
Bay Property Management Group
MARCH 13, 2025
The rent-to-income ratio is a simple, yet powerful, tool that helps landlords gauge financial stability before signing a lease. In this article, well help you understand how to calculate the rent-to-income ratio, why it matters to you as a landlord, and what to do if a tenant doesnt meet the threshold.
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Can A Landlord Charge a Cleaning Fee After You Move Out?
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
But, at the end of the day, can a landlord charge a cleaning fee after you move out? Main Takeaways Yes, a landlord can charge a cleaning fee after you move out–with asterisks. Then, before you leave, both you and your landlord will typically schedule a move-out inspection. If not, they cannot push it on you.
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Maximize your rental business with small landlord property management software
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
If youre a landlord with just one or small portfolio of properties, managing your investment can quickly dominate your time. Residential rental property landlords have a lot to gain from these advanced tools, from easier tenant management to more accurate, less time-consuming accounting.
Rising Above Price Gouging: How One AAOA Member Brings Hope to Displaced Families Amid L.A. Fires
American Apartment Owners Association
JANUARY 13, 2025
A Positive Response Amid the Chaos: Ratner Property Management While some landlords have capitalized on the crisis, others are stepping up to support their communities. Palmer explained how Ratner is working with property owners and landlords across Los Angeles County to offer discounted move-in fees to displaced families.
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Rental leasing software: A game-changer for residential landlords
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
Rental leasing software can transform the way landlords manage their businesses, making tasks easier and faster to complete. This guide explores how rental leasing software helps landlords make every leasing tasks more efficient and enhance tenant experiences. Landlords can review and approve them in real-time.
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How to find the best rental property accounting software for landlords
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
This can become overwhelming, especially for landlords who own multiple properties or those without a background in accounting. Rental property accounting software offers landlords a practical way to handle these financial tasks. Simplified Tax Preparation: Filing taxes as a landlord can be time-consuming and complex.
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Can a Landlord Break a Rent-to-own Contract?
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
And can a landlord break a rent-to-own contract? Can a Landlord Break a Rent-to-own Contract? Yes, its possible for a landlord to break a rent-to-own contract, but it usually happens for specific reasons. Yes, its possible for a landlord to break a rent-to-own contract, but it usually happens for specific reasons.
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Best Landlord Accounting Software in 2025
American Apartment Owners Association
JANUARY 29, 2025
Why Rental Property Accounting Software is Important for Landlords Before you can understand why real estate accounting software is important, you must first understand what it is. But which option is the best landlord accounting software for you? So, what is property management accounting software and why should you use it?
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How to easily set up online rent collection for landlords
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
When it comes to renting a property, one the most important services that all landlords should offer their tenants is the ability to make online rent payments. With an online system, payments automatically record, saving landlords hours of manual work.
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How To Calculate A Vacancy Rate? A Guide for Landlords
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
More importantly, what factors influence it, and how can you avoid common mistakes that many landlords make? Monitoring this metric helps landlords assess their propertys competitiveness and make strategic adjustments. Landlords should stay informed about market trends and set competitive rent prices to minimize vacancies.
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What Is AB 2801 and Why Landlords Need to Pay Attention
American Apartment Owners Association
APRIL 28, 2025
AB 2801 , now active in California, is a security deposit law that changes the way landlords must handle security deposit documentation. Simple Interface with No Learning Curve Landlords and property managers can get started right awayno training or tech experience needed. If you cant show ityoure at risk.
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Can You Charge A Pet Deposit or Pet Fee For Assistance Animals?
American Apartment Owners Association
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
This question often confronts landlords as they deal with the legal landscape concerning the rights of residents with disabilities. In the following article, we will explore whether landlords can legally impose a pet deposit for assistance animals and discuss the legal framework that safeguards these vital companions.
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Renters’ Liability Insurance: What It Is and How It Works
Bay Property Management Group
MARCH 3, 2025
That’s for the landlord to worry about. If you’re wondering what renters’ liability insurance is, how it works, what it covers and costs, and most importantly, whether you truly need it, we’re here to help. This article will answer all those questions. Let’s get started. Thats on you. Lets break it down: 1.
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How Long Does a Landlord Have to Replace a Refrigerator?
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Now you’re wondering: How long does a landlord have to replace a refrigerator and other appliances? In turn, your laws will outline how long your landlord has to handle an emergency. How Long Does a Landlord Have to Replace a Refrigerator? Also, it should state how long the landlord has for such repairs in the lease.
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Marketing a rental property like a pro: Tips for landlords
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
As a landlord, attracting reliable tenants is one of the most important aspects of managing your rental property. Social Media Marketing Social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest allow landlords to showcase their properties in a visual format. Consider the type of property you own.
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Understanding California’s New Rent Reporting Law AB 2747 A Guide for Landlords
American Apartment Owners Association
MARCH 20, 2025
AB 2747 is a California rent law designed to make Rent Reporting more accessible, helping Renters build credit while setting clear guidelines for Landlords. For Landlords, offeringRent Reportingcan encourage on-time payments and attract responsible Tenants. This information must include: The cost to the Tenant, if any.
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Is Rental Income Taxable? What Landlords Should Know
Bay Property Management Group
JANUARY 26, 2025
Many landlords ask, ‘is rental income taxable?’ In this article, we’ll cover the core tax tips every landlord should knowfrom what counts as rental income to how to track your expenses and deductions. So, not everything you receive as a landlord is taxedit depends on how you use it.
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Tax accounting for rental property management: What landlords should know
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
If youre a landlord, understanding tax accounting for rental property is a surefire way to get save bookkeeping time while getting most return for your investment. This is common for landlords, as rental income often isn’t subject to withholding.
Best Property Management Software for 2025
American Apartment Owners Association
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Property management software (PMS) has become a must- have for landlords who want to streamline operations, manage their tenants, and maintain organized finances. For 2025, the top software choice for landlords who need a simple, effective, and inexpensive solution is Innago.
Can A Landlord Tell You Who Can Be at Your House in Washington, D.C.?
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Imagine going through the long process of renting a place, only to find out your landlord has policies about who can visit. So, can a landlord tell you who can be at your house? However, for the landlord, its also their investment. Can a landlord tell you who can be at your house because of this? Its a tricky situation.
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Landlord Insurance: Everything You Need to Know
Osprey Property Management
JANUARY 2, 2025
That's where landlord insurance comes into play. In this blog, our team at Osprey Property Management will explore the critical aspects of landlord insurance, highlight its importance in safeguarding your investment, and provide insights into how property owners can choose the right coverage.
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How Orange County Landlords Can Improve Curb Appeal
Genuine Property Management
MAY 6, 2025
Whether you’re managing a condo in Costa Mesa or a single-family home in Fullerton, understanding curb appeal and applying […] The post How Orange County Landlords Can Improve Curb Appeal appeared first on Welcome to Genuine Property Management.
Can a Landlord Let Themselves In? Unlocking the Legalities
American Apartment Owners Association
DECEMBER 16, 2024
A landlord cannot let themselves into a tenants property without prior notice, except in emergencies. Generally, landlords must provide at least 24 hours notice before entering, respecting tenants privacy and adhering to specific state laws regarding entry reasons and times. Privacy Both landlords and tenants have the right to privacy.
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What Does A Landlord Look For In A Credit Check?
Rental Choice
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Credit checks are handy screening tools that provide landlords with more insight into the tenant’s financial history and responsibility. What does a landlord look for in a credit check? It can provide landlords with an in-depth understanding of the tenant’s financial health. Let’s find out.
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Finding the Perfect Multifamily Property
American Apartment Owners Association
JANUARY 27, 2025
Taking your time and doing your due diligence when considering a particular investment property will always be a crucial step. In the end, it can help you capture the perfect property with excellent ROI potential or it can save you from a drastic mistake. It is recommended that you to guide you through the bewildering process.
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Motorhomes as Short-Term Rentals: A Unique Opportunity for Landlords and Property Managers
American Apartment Owners Association
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
For landlords and property managers, these versatile vehicles can be an enticing option to diversify short-term rental offerings. Because your reputation as a landlord or property manager hinges on the quality of your rental units, ensuring that each motorhome is structurally sound and free of major mechanical defects is crucial.
Tips for Winter Property Maintenance: For Landlords
Rentec Direct
JANUARY 6, 2025
From cleaning gutters to insulating pipes, ensure you understand the most important winter maintenance tasks that will prevent property damage prior to the cold weather, heavy rains, and snowfall of winter. […] The post Tips for Winter Property Maintenance: For Landlords appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.
Military on the Move | Service Members Leasing, Buying, & Renting Property
Rentec Direct
MAY 27, 2025
If you are a landlord or renter involved with military service members, it’s essential to understand the unique housing challenges and opportunities they face. Frequent relocations impact military rental properties and real estate markets significantly.
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Fire insurance 101: What landlords & property managers need to know
Buildium
JANUARY 13, 2025
But are landlord and renters insurance the only options out there? Or what if they want a little extra coverage outside of typical landlord policies? Landlord insurance, on the other hand, will cover a wider array of perils, and may even cover the contents of a damaged unit, rather than the structure only.
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Oregon Would Ban Landlords Asking About Immigration Status
Rental Housing Journal
MARCH 10, 2025
Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill to make it illegal for landlords to inquire about a potential renters immigration status, according to Oregonlive.com. The bill would also prohibit landlords from denying to rent a home or apartment to a tenant based on the landlords perception of their immigration status.
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Landlords: What To Do When ICE Arrives At Your Rental
Rental Housing Journal
MARCH 25, 2025
Here are 4 things landlords should consider with ICE (Immigration and Customers Enforcement) comes to your rental property from an Arizona landlord-tenant attorney. By Denise Holliday What are landlords supposed to do if and when ICE (Immigrations and Customs Enforcement) arrives at your rental property?
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Georgia: Out-of-State Landlords Must Employ In-State Staff
Rental Housing Journal
APRIL 8, 2025
The Georgia legislature has passed a bill requiring out-of-state landlords to employ at least one in-state staffer to handle tenant complaints, according to reports. The bill, House Bill 399 , is headed to Governor Brian Kemp for signature.
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Ask Landlord Hank: If Heater Goes Out in My Rental, Should I Give Tenants Credit While Awaiting Repair?
Rental Housing Journal
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
If the heater goes out in my rental should I give tenants credit while awaiting the repair is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Ask Landlord Hank Your Question Ask veteran landlord and property manager Hank Rossi your questions from tenant screening to leases to pets and more! Visit his website: [link].
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Cabinet and Countertop Solutions for Apartment Renovations or Builds
American Apartment Owners Association
MARCH 4, 2025
Why Landlords, Property Managers, and Property Owners Should Take an Interest The industry is calling for updates. The Solutions Preassembled Products Offer FACTORY-DIRECT CABINETS For property owners , managers , and landlords , the ultimate goal is to limit vacancies, lower the time between new occupants, and increase a unit’s value.
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Is It Time for Property Management Software? Here’s How to Tell
American Apartment Owners Association
APRIL 30, 2025
Proactive property managers and landlords know that the right system isnt just an expense its an investment in long-term success. Managing properties whether its a few rental units or a growing portfolio takes a lot of time, organization and resources. So, how do you know when its time to make the switch? Lets build your business together.
Signs You Bought the Wrong Investment Property (and How to Fix It)
Rentec Direct
MAY 21, 2025
If you feel uncertainty surrounding your investment, there are some common problems (and solutions) that you may need to examine. Buying an investment property in a hot market can […] The post Signs You Bought the Wrong Investment Property (and How to Fix It) appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.
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Rental Yield: What It Is and How It’s Calculated
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
This tool helps investors determine how much income a property generates in relation to its cost. In turn, this offers a clear, succinct snapshot of a property’s profitability. In this article, we’ll break down exactly why your rental yield is essential to use, how to find it, and finally, how to calculate it for your property.
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The Bottom-Line Impact of Tariffs on Residential Landlords
Rental Housing Journal
APRIL 21, 2025
The bottom line impact of tariffs on residential landlords is that it inflates costs of repairs and renovations and disrupts the supply chain we need for critical products. Here are 5 things landlords can do. The inability to place a tenant in the property can also place undue financial pressure on a landlord.
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