Rentals United

JULY 30, 2025

Short-term rentals (STRs) continue to gain popularity across global markets — and so do the regulations that govern them. From city ordinances to national frameworks, short-term rental regulations vary widely by location. In the UK, landlords must comply with both national housing laws and local authority restrictions.

Regulation

Buildium

JUNE 26, 2025

Decreased vacancies for landlords: Offering flexible options can open the door to more qualified applicants, especially those who might be held back by a large upfront deposit. It’s important to make sure any alternative program you choose complies with your state and local regulations. Some areas may limit use.

Tenant

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.

Landlord

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.

Landlord

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.

Rental Property

Buildium

JULY 30, 2025

This limits your exposure to region-specific challenges, such as real estate regulations and natural disasters. Assessing Local Regulations and Policies Rental regulations and policies can significantly impact profitability. Attend local networking events and join local property management or landlord associations.

Property Management

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.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 19, 2025

In simplest terms, prorated rent generally refers to a rent amount the landlord adjusts according to how many days you’ve lived in an apartment. Some local laws require landlords to follow their regulations around prorated rent. However, landlords may also offer it by choice, for their own reasons.

Rent

Genuine Property Management

MAY 7, 2025

From safety regulations and maintenance to liability and insurance, theres a lot to consider before handing over the keys. Heres everything California landlords need to know about renting […] The post Renting Out a CA House With a Pool? But with that added luxury comes increased responsibility.

Rent

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 29, 2025

Ask For Clarity If your lease doesn’t seem clear-cut or you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask your landlord or property manager directly. Check Local Laws and Regulations In some areas, there may be regulations that require landlords to include certain utilities in rent. It’s a staple.

Utilities

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 18, 2025

Landlords should clearly define and enforce quiet hour rules in leases, provide tenants with easy ways to report noise complaints, and aim for fair solutions before escalating to formal notices or evictions. As a leader property management in Northern Virginia , noise regulation is a big deal to us. What Are Quiet Hours, Exactly?

Apartment

Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 23, 2025

In the 10 worst states to be a landlord, it can be tough between taxes, tenants who don’t live up to their lease agreements, maintenance woes, and the cost of maintaining a property. TurboTenant , a property-management software company, compiled the 10 worst states in which to be a landlord based on those factors and more.

Landlord

MRI Software

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

They help landlords uncover discrepancies, verify compliance with lease terms, and maintain better financial control over their property. They allow landlords to identify discrepancies in rent payments, lease terms, or operational policies that could lead to financial risks. What is the purpose of lease audits?

Lease

BetterWho

JULY 17, 2025

We’ve helped 143 landlords in [City] reduce vacancy time by 30%.” Strategy 1: Speak to Owner Frustrations Owners care about two things: ROI Peace of mind So instead of saying “we manage properties,” say: “No more guessing what’s happening with your home.” “Get Get weekly updates, fast leasing, and an actual person who picks up the phone.”

Property Management

California Pacific Realty

MAY 11, 2025

It can be extremely difficult for landlords in California to stay on top of the constantly evolving laws and rules pertaining to the landlord-tenant relationship, especially when rent control is involved.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Thats why landlords often ask for pet depositsto protect their property in the event Fido goes a little too far. Pet deposits are basically a landlord’s safety net, a form of informal “insurance.” If that happens, your landlord can keep however much of it they need to cover the costs or losses you incurred.

Lease Agreement

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 8, 2025

From understanding tenants at will to knowing how eviction protections and security deposits work, well walk you through the key rights every landlord should know even without anything in writing. Landlords must follow formal eviction procedures and security deposit rules, but disputes can be harder to resolve without written lease terms.

Lease

MRI Software

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

From tenant screening and legal compliance to property maintenance, the demands on landlords can quickly pile up and become overwhelming. Residential management services focus on professionally overseeing rental properties to ease the landlords responsibilities. Managing rental properties can often feel like a full-time job.

Landlord

Buildium

JULY 9, 2025

What pain points do you solve for landlords? Legal Compliance : Ensure adherence to local landlord-tenant laws and fair housing regulations. Run Paid Ads Use Google Ads and Facebook Ads to target landlords in your area. What geographic areas do you serve? Offering tiered service packages (e.g.,

Property Management

Rental Housing Journal

JULY 8, 2025

Overview of Washington’s New Rent Control Law Here’s what HB 1217 means for multifamily property owners and investors: Annual rent increase limit: Landlords can increase rents each year by a maximum of either 7 percent plus inflation (measured by the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers, or CPI-U), or 10 percent, whichever is lower.

Rent

Beach Front Property Management

JULY 30, 2025

In high-regulation markets—especially Los Angeles, Orange County, and Long Beach—it’s critical to follow state and local rules under the Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) and local ordinances. If you own or operate a multifamily property in California, compliance is non-negotiable.

Compliance

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 3, 2025

Why Do Landlords or Property Managers Charge Lease Fees? Rather than rolling these costs into ongoing rent, many landlords and property managers charge a one-time lease fee to handle the work required before you move in. If the fee was charged by accident or added by mistake, the landlord or property manager should correct it.

Lease

Rental Housing Journal

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Federal lawmakers have introduced a bill to allow landlords to give tenants in federal subsidized housing 3-day eviction notice, according to reports. Landlords had been required to give 30 days notice to tenants in federally subsidized housing before evicting them for non-payment of rent, after COVID-19 protections had ended.

Government

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

Instead of juggling it all, many landlords turn to leasing agents for help. A leasing agent is the person who helps landlords rent out their properties, such as houses, apartments, or even commercial spaces like offices or retail stores. But what does a leasing agent do, how much do they charge, and is hiring one worth it in 2025?

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 15, 2025

In this guide, well break down what rent stabilization really means, who it applies to, and what renters and landlords should know. Landlords must navigate restrictions , balancing rent caps with maintenance costs, compliance requirements, and long-term tenant retention strategies. So, What Does That Really Mean?

Apartment

Rental Housing Journal

MAY 18, 2025

A feud between tenants is no fun so how best to handle it is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Dear Landlord Hank: How do we handle an ongoing, ugly feud between the two sets of tenants in our duplex? link] Editor’s note: Check your local and state regulations on issues such as this as it varies across the country.

Tenant

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Stay Current on Legal and Regulatory Requirements Understanding local, state, and federal regulations reduces legal risks and costly disputes. This knowledge helps you perform your role more confidently and effectively. Certification programs emphasize legal compliance and ethical standards to keep you informed.

Apartment Management

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 4, 2025

For investors looking to build without spending millions on land, or landlords who want a more passive investment, this kind of lease could be the golden ticket. Meanwhile, landlords gain steady income but face challenges , including tenant defaults, limited control over property changes, and delayed profits.

Lease

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. Get AB 2801 Compliant in Minutes No mess. No missing receipts.

Landlord

Property Management Inc.

JUNE 13, 2025

Housing laws dictate that a landlord must understand and follow proper required notice period requirements to avoid complications. Whether it's non-payment of rent by the tenant or property damage, landlords must ensure their evidence aligns with legal standards. Know Your Legal Framework Compliance is key for landlords.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 17, 2025

No More Paying Excessive Application Fees : In Philadelphia, it’s common for renters to pay separate application fees for each property they apply to, even if it’s with the same landlord. This protects tenants from paying unnecessary fees again and again. Thats where we come in. Look at our listings to get started!

Applicants

Property Management Inc.

JULY 14, 2025

To tackle this effectively, clarity in rental agreements and state-specific regulations regarding legal obligations, such as late fees and eviction processes, is critical. Reliable enforcement ensures tenants respect payment expectations while reinforcing fair landlord-tenant dynamics.

Rent

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

Clear, fair agreements set the tone for a good landlord-tenant relationship. Legal Compliance You must stay on top of local, state, and federal regulations to avoid legal trouble. From landlord-tenant laws to building codes, its your job to know the rules and follow them. However, leasing doesnt stop here.

Lease

Buildium

AUGUST 1, 2025

You may also convince some landlords who are dissatisfied with their current property managers to switch to you. It’s a free network of landlords and property managers that delivers leads directly to your email based on your location, ideal client, and other custom criteria.

Property

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 2, 2025

Instead, unless the lease or landlord specifies otherwise, it typically will convert into a month-to-month lease. Keep in mind that most of these points apply to how leases work in many states, although some details may vary depending on local laws and regulations. Once you sign, you know exactly how long you’ll have the home.

Lease

Real Property Management Choice

MAY 15, 2025

Investors and landlords can make some small changes that have pretty big impacts when were talking about sustainable practices. Complying with Regulations. Californias strict environmental laws and regulations are steering property owners toward more sustainable practices. Its also a matter of economics.

Rental Property

Rental Housing Journal

JULY 21, 2025

Ethics in property management influence how fair, consistent, and transparent your housing practices appear to residents, staff, and regulators. They’re ethical ones, and they influence how fair, consistent, and transparent your housing practices appear to residents, staff, and regulators.

Property Management