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.

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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. Ratner Property Management and Maintenance, an AAOA member, is one such example. Theyve taken meaningful action to assist displaced families and individuals.

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Buildium

MARCH 20, 2025

Managing rental properties comes with plenty of moving partscollecting rent, handling maintenance requests, keeping up with leases, and tracking finances, to name a few. Weve outlined key features that can help independent landlords become more organized and tackle property management tasks more efficiently.

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American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Because of their size, tiny homes are simple to maintain andare less expensive than larger ones in terms of taxes and building, heating, maintenance and repair costs.Renters, property owners and managers have fewer maintenance and repairs to deal with since there is less area to look after.In

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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.

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Rental Housing Journal

JULY 28, 2025

One often-overlooked but crucial aspect of property management for landlords is the power of knowing the neighbors of the properties you own. For landlords, it can be paralyzing. They can alert you to maintenance issues that might otherwise go unnoticed, such as leaking pipes, overgrown yards, or unauthorized occupants.

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Buildium

JUNE 12, 2025

style.display = block; return false; }); }); } window[MktoForms2] ? --> Published on June 12, 2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS What Is a Property Management Maintenance App? Property maintenance is also a central part of what keeps tenants satisfied, costs under control, and your properties as safe and profitable as possible.

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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.

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Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 24, 2025

So, how often must landlords repair damaged window screens? This guide will help you determine when it’s the landlord’s responsibility to fix them and when it might fall to the tenant. Main Takeaways How often must landlords repair damaged window screens? Main Takeaways How often must landlords repair damaged window screens?

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

And can a landlord break a rent-to-own contract? Responsibilities as a Tenant: Unlike a regular rental, you might be in charge of maintenance and repairs. 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.

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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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American Apartment Owners Association

JUNE 20, 2025

One that ranks high is appliance maintenance and repair. Most landlords encounter the same breakdowns repeatedly. Successful landlords stay proactive. Many landlords clear the drain or tighten connections. Preventive maintenance remains key. Appliances used daily by tenants tend to wear out. You can’t control that.

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Rentec Direct

MARCH 24, 2025

As spring emerges, landlords must address common roofing issues post-winter, such as misaligned shingles, blocked gutters, worn membranes, chimney damage, and nesting animals. Timely maintenance and repairs are essential to prevent structural damage and ensure tenant safety.

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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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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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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. By Nancy Abrams It is a landlord’s legal responsibility to keep their properties habitable. What does the landlord need to do to prevent this? Take care of high-priority maintenance requests.

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Bay Property Management Group

JULY 8, 2025

If you’ve built up equity in your rental property but don’t want to take on more debt, there’s a flexible option that more landlords are starting to explore—home equity agreements. From what we’ve witnessed, some landlords find themselves feeling like they gave away too much for too little. But what is a home equity agreement?

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American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

Operating costs can consist of property taxes, real estate agent fees, utilities, maintenance, property management fees, homeowners insurance and legal fees. Youll need to attract and retain quality tenants, establish rent collection processes, conduct regular maintenance and repairs and ensure compliance with local regulations.

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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.

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Rental Housing Journal

APRIL 8, 2025

8 spring maintenance items to check inside and outside your rental property to keep tenants happy and protect your investment. Here are eight spring maintenance rental-property checklist items for both inside and outside your rentals this spring, provided by Finnmark Property Services. Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

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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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Landlord Vision

JUNE 23, 2025

TL;DR: Looking for the best landlord software in the UK? The most reputable UK property management solutions in 2025 are Landlord Vision, Arthur Online, Hammock, Rentila, and Property Hawk. This guide compares them head-to-head across features like rent collection, MTD compatibility, maintenance tracking, and scalability.

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T&H Realty

JULY 28, 2025

I still feel that familiar sting when a maintenance charge trims the rent deposit. Maintenance Technician Wages A solid, full‑time W‑2 tech earns ≈ $25/hour (payroll taxes, benefits, and training already baked in). Deferred maintenance is always more expensive—fix small problems before they balloon. We’re an open book.

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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.

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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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Genuine Property Management

JANUARY 28, 2025

Keeping rental properties occupied is one of the most important challenges landlords face, especially in a competitive market like Orange County. Vacant units not only disrupt cash flow but also lead to additional costs, such as ongoing maintenance, utilities, and marketing expenses to attract new tenants.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

As a landlord, you need to be prepared. Thats why, as a landlord, its a best practice to encourage your tenants to have insurance. Prepare for possible legal action If the injury is serious, the person may take legal action, especially if they believe the landlord was at fault. Having a paper trail can protect you.

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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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BetterWho

MARCH 28, 2025

Property managers and property management companies spend countless hours on administrative tasks, tenant communications, and maintenance coordination. Automating Routine Tasks AI streamlines administrative processes like rent collection reminders, lease renewals, and maintenance scheduling.

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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. As a child, Hank Rossi sometimes helped his father take care of the family rental-maintenance business. He provides answers each week to landlords. Visit his website: [link].

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Real Property Associates

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Strong landlord-tenant relationships are key to maintaining a successful and profitable rental property. For property owners and landlords, mastering communication isnt just about responding to maintenance requests; you have to foster a sense of trust and community.

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Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Whether you’re a solo landlord, a property management professional with big ambitions, or a traditional company looking to cut overhead, the idea of going fully virtual has never been more viableor more appealing. Cloud-based property management systems made it possible to coordinate everything online.

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Rentec Direct

JUNE 20, 2025

Between heat waves and drought conditions at your rental property, there is a lot to think about beyond the traditional summer maintenance plans.

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Buildium

APRIL 3, 2025

75% of renters say they would like an online portal for tasks like making payments and submitting maintenance requests. Going the extra mile and getting references from an employer or landlord, as well as interviewing all prospective tenants can help, too. Younger renters are most interested in a portal.

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Landlord Vision

JULY 31, 2025

From day-to-day you’re a managing agent, an accountant, a compliance specialist, a maintenance expert – all at once. Regulations shift, […] The post 5 Best Buy-to-Let Software Solutions for UK Landlords appeared first on Landlord insider. And as your property portfolio grows, so do the challenges.

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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. That has driven up rent prices, and investors habit of camouflaging themselves with shell companies has made it difficult for tenants to get maintenance concerns addressed.

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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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