Buildium

JUNE 9, 2025

When you acquire another company, you can quickly add new rental units under management, enter new markets, and broaden the types of properties you oversee. Legal and Compliance Review Bring in a legal expert familiar with property management to review contracts, lease agreements, vendor obligations, and any pending disputes.

Property Manager

Property Management Inc.

MARCH 13, 2025

Reducing vacancy rates isn't just about luck or timing; it's about strategy, preparation, and knowing the right moves to fill your rental units. This guide will equip you with proven techniques and insights for keeping your properties occupied, maintaining a steady rental income, and building a thriving rental business.

Landlord

Muldoon Associates

JULY 17, 2025

At the end of your lease term, you’ll be required to offer the existing tenants a lease renewal, unless you can provide a just reason for them not to be renewed. Rental Increase Notice Periods There’s no rent control in Colorado on a state level, and the local cities are prohibited from implementing their own rent stabilization laws.

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Authority Property Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Spring: Refresh and Prepare for Peak Season Spring is all about renewal, making it the perfect time for maintenance and getting ready for a busy rental season. Maintain A/C Units Make sure air conditioning is running efficiently to prevent mid-season breakdowns. But managing a property isnt the same year-round.

Property Manager

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 22, 2025

Youve probably wondered if it could be turned into something usefullike a private spot for family, or even a small rental. Main Takeaways Mother-in-law apartments offer flexible living solutions , serving as spaces for aging relatives, guests, or rental units that can generate extra income. Read along to learn more.

Apartment

Property Management Inc.

JULY 11, 2025

It’s a word that no landlord wants to utter, yet it’s an inevitable part of managing rental properties. Whether it’s due to unpaid rent, a lease violation, or a tenant refusing to vacate, drafting a professional eviction notice is your first step in reclaiming control of your property.

Lease Agreement

Property Management Inc.

JUNE 13, 2025

When it comes to managing a rental property, evictions often feel like the uninvited guest that overstays their welcome. It allows tenants the opportunity to pay rent, correct lease violations, or leave voluntarily before the situation escalates. Some properties require a 60-day notice, as specified in state-specific agreements.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 15, 2025

Main Takeaways Rent stabilization keeps rent increases predictable by limiting annual hikes, ensuring tenants can plan ahead and renew their leases with confidence. For renters and landlords dealing with regulated units, working with experienced Washington D.C. So, What Does That Really Mean?

Apartment

MRI Software

MARCH 5, 2025

By understanding your options, you can make informed decisions to protect your rental property investment and ensure long-term financial security. Landlord liability insurance is a type of coverage designed to protect property owners from financial losses due to accidents or damages occurring at their rental property.

Insurance

McKee Properties

AUGUST 4, 2025

Why Property Management in Chula Vista Matters Booming Rental Market in Chula Vista Chula Vista’s rental market has seen steady growth due to its proximity to economic hubs, coastal attractions, and excellent schools. With more professionals and families seeking rental homes here, property owners have a golden opportunity.

Property Manager

Muldoon Associates

JULY 31, 2025

What should your lease agreement cover? There are the basics, of course, like names and contact information and when the lease starts and when it ends. You’ll want rental and security deposit amounts. We aren’t lawyers, but we are property managers who have been working with lease agreements in Colorado for decades.

Lease Agreement

Bay Property Management Group

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As a landlord or owner, what are the considerations when renting to college students, lease agreement addendums and terms to consider, and general ramifications of renting to this group? After all, when renting to college students lease agreements should take into consideration the unique situation that comes with university living.

Lease Agreement

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The Importance of Occupancy Limits Occupancy limits are established to maintain safety standards and prevent overcrowding in rental units. Need a Lease Agreement? Access 150+ state-specific legal landlord forms, including a lease. Can Occupancy Limits Be Enforced? Can Residents Request a Reasonable Accommodation?

Compliance

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. What can you do to give tenants that sense of safety when they move into your rental and what are your legal responsibilities to protect them from harm?

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The Importance of Occupancy Limits Occupancy limits are established to maintain safety standards and prevent overcrowding in rental units. Yes, property managers are within their rights to enforce occupancy limits, as long as these limits are clearly defined in the lease agreement and compliant with state and local regulations.

Compliance

Rental Choice

AUGUST 6, 2024

However, both federal and state laws have something to say about smoking — even in private spaces like rental units. In addition, landlords may prohibit smoking under the rental agreement and an apartment smoker will face consequences should they ever break the rules. Let us discuss the former first. According to the U.S.

Apartment

American Apartment Owners Association

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The Importance of Occupancy Limits Occupancy limits are established to maintain safety standards and prevent overcrowding in rental units. Yes, property managers are within their rights to enforce occupancy limits, as long as these limits are clearly defined in the lease agreement and compliant with state and local regulations.

Compliance

Real Property Management Evertrust

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Failing to Properly Screen Tenants The Mistake: Many new landlords are so eager to fill their rental units that they skip or rush through tenant screening. This can lead to tenants pushing boundaries—whether it’s paying rent late, violating the lease terms, or making unreasonable maintenance requests.

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. What can you do to give tenants that sense of safety when they move into your rental and what are your legal responsibilities to protect them from harm?

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

One way to make a rent estimate is to use a rent comparison tool to compare similar rental properties. You may have invested in your rental property by adding new amenities (e.g., a pool, new appliances, in-unit washer and dryer, etc.) Remember, a year-long lease has different requirements from a month-to-month lease.

Compliance

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

One way to make a rent estimate is to use a rent comparison tool to compare similar rental properties. You may have invested in your rental property by adding new amenities (e.g., a pool, new appliances, in-unit washer and dryer, etc.) Remember, a year-long lease has different requirements from a month-to-month lease.

Compliance

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Contents of This Article Top Challenges Multi-Family Managers Face Tips for Success Managing Multi-Family Rentals Top Challenges Multi-Family Managers Face Are you looking forward to stepping into the world of multi-family rentals? Enhance Communication Communication is the backbone of successfully managing multi-family rentals.

Management

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

in a rental unit. Violating community health and safety standards: Letting a rental property get so dirty it attracts rodents or insects, which may make other tenants feel unsafe. Staying on premises after the lease has expired: When the lease is up, so is the tenants time living at your property.

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

in a rental unit. Violating community health and safety standards: Letting a rental property get so dirty it attracts rodents or insects, which may make other tenants feel unsafe. Staying on premises after the lease has expired: When the lease is up, so is the tenants time living at your property.

Tenant

Authority Property Management

APRIL 4, 2024

First and foremost, it's essential to recognize that tenants have a right to privacy within their rental unit. They must provide reasonable notice before entering the rental unit , typically 24 to 48 hours in advance, except in cases of emergency or abandonment of property.

Landlord

Real Property Management Enterprises

APRIL 5, 2024

Owning rental property often means dedicating significant effort to identify the ideal tenants. It frequently happens when tenants with long-term leases need to be away from their homes for considerable periods. Opting not to cancel the lease, tenants may see subletting as a more favorable choice.

Tenant

California Pacific Realty

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Did you know that regular rental property inspections can not only preserve the value of the property but also contribute to a more positive landlord-tenant relationship? A well-maintained rental unit is not just about aesthetics; it’s about making sure safety, comfort, and habitability for all occupants.

Landlord

Nest DC

AUGUST 17, 2023

As a housing provider in Washington, DC, it’s crucial to understand the complexities of breaking a lease agreement. This article will discuss when breaking a lease is and isn’t legally justified and provide you with insights into your rights as a lessor of a rental unit.

Lease

Property Management Inc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

So, if you own a rental property, you can attract more tenants with a pet-friendly policy. Often, these pet families take good care of your home and are likely to renew their lease at the end of the initial agreement. Allowing pets in a rental unit presents risks too, but you can charge a pet deposit to cover them.

Lease

Florida Property Management

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Understand Your Lease Agreement: Before implementing any preventive measures, carefully review your lease agreement. Understanding these terms will not only help you comply with the agreement but also demonstrate your commitment to maintaining the property.

Tenant

Nest DC

MAY 9, 2023

As a landlord, it's in your best interest to be familiar with these laws during the tenancy and include them in your lease, to avoid conflict with tenants in small claims court. laws state housing providers must disclose any nonrefundable payment fees they charge their tenants before signing the lease agreements.

Landlord

Property Management Inc.

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Here are the specific conditions: At the end of a lease term: Rent can only be increased once a lease term ends. Landlords like you cannot raise the rent during the middle of a lease unless it’s explicitly stated in the rental agreement. When Can a Landlord Raise Rent in New Jersey?

Rent

Real Property Management Choice

JULY 22, 2015

It is very important for a landlord to know what is required to maintain your rental property habitable. Appliances California law considers appliances, such as refrigerators and dishwashers, as amenities, and their absence in a rental does not make the property uninhabitable.

Rental Property

Property Management Inc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Enumerating these on a schedule as part of your lease agreement is an excellent way of addressing this legal requirement. When it comes to a landlord's long-term success, there is nothing as important as property maintenance. So how can a landlord stay on top of everything they need to?

Property Maintenance

Property Management Inc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Illegal apartments are rental units that don't meet local building or zoning regulations. These units often arise from unauthorized modifications or conversions of existing spaces. Moreover, renters in illegal units may face eviction without proper recourse or legal protections. What Is an Illegal Apartment?

Apartment

Authority Property Management

MAY 17, 2024

Terms like "30-day notice," "60-day notice," and "eviction" are often thrown around, but it's crucial for tenants to understand the differences between these terms, as they have significantly different implications for your rental history and future tenancies. Receiving either a 30-day or 60-day notice does not mean you have been evicted.

Landlord

Authority Property Management

JULY 5, 2024

Include clear clauses in your lease agreements regarding the handling of abandoned property. Conduct regular property inspections to stay informed about the condition of your rental units. Premises appear vacant, with no personal belongings or significant furniture left behind. 15-30 days) to claim their belongings.

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