Beach Front Property Management

MAY 8, 2025

Key 2025 Rental Laws in California 1. Enhanced Security Deposit Transparency (AB 2801) To address the disputes over security deposits, AB 2801 requires property owners to document the condition of a rental unit before renters move in and after they move out, using time-stamped photographs.

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Bay Property Management Group

MAY 13, 2025

Here is what the lay says: The Warranty of Habitability Under whats called the Warranty of Habitability , youre legally required to make sure your rental unit is livable. For single-family homes or duplexes, the lease might say the tenant has to handle it, but if the pest problem makes the place unlivable, you still need to step in.

Apartment

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 24, 2025

Local laws, lease terms, and whether the issue impacts habitability will determine how long the landlord has to fix a window screen. Now, here’s the thing — how often landlords must repair window screens depends on what’s written in the lease. Some leases are detailed, while others don’t mention screens at all.

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Appfolio

JUNE 24, 2025

This means replacing traditional workflows with intelligent automation for leasing, maintenance, and resident communication, rather than just layering new tech over old processes. It’s not a big gradual improvement. It’s a transformation by disruption.” It’s about modernizing by eliminating, not just automating.

Real Estate

Young Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

A vacant rental unit not only generates no income but also adds to ongoing costs like maintenance, utilities, and advertising. Keeping your rental property occupied with reliable tenants is crucial for maximizing your return on investment and minimizing the time between leases. Strategies to Keep Vacancy Rates Low 1.

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Rental Housing Journal

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

After he retired, he started a real-estate brokerage business with his sister that focuses on property management and leasing. 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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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.

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Authority Property Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Connect with Tenants Spring is a great time to reach out about lease renewals and upcoming turnovers. Many leases end, and new tenants move in. Stay ahead with these key steps: Streamline Tenant Turnovers Schedule inspections, deep cleans, and any necessary repairs between leases.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 11, 2025

In this article, well break down what being a co-applicant really means, how its different from a co-signer, what the landlord looks for, and the good (and not-so-good) things you need to know before you sign that lease with someone. They share responsibility for fulfilling the lease terms. Main Takeaways What is a co-applicant?

Applicants

BetterWho

APRIL 4, 2025

KPIs Give You: Clarity on performance across departments (leasing, maintenance, accounting, etc.) Occupancy Rate This tells you how many of your rental units are currently leased. A low occupancy rate may mean issues with leasing agents, marketing, or tenant retention.

Property Management

Muldoon Associates

JULY 17, 2025

Just Cause Eviction Protections in Colorado Thanks to HB24-1098, landlords must now have “cause” to evict a tenant or even to decline a lease renewal. You can no longer simply let the lease term end and expect the tenant to leave. It’s important that these things are reflected in your lease agreement.

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Rentals United

APRIL 17, 2025

This rental model combines the income potential of short-term stays with the reliability of longer leases. At Rentals United, weve analyzed our internal data and turned it into insights to help property managers like you build adaptable rental strategies and maximize bookings.

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Bay Property Management Group

MAY 15, 2025

The price stays steady, the lease keeps renewing, and tenants feel secure staying long-term. Main Takeaways Rent stabilization keeps rent increases predictable by limiting annual hikes, ensuring tenants can plan ahead and renew their leases with confidence. Number of units Often, buildings with six or more rental units are included.

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Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 12, 2025

Needless to say, you’re probably wondering: How do I deal with cockroaches in a rental unit? Prep the unit and communicate with tenants. Schedule regular pest inspections, respond quickly to issues, and make sure your lease outlines who handles what. The safest route? Stay ahead of the problem.

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American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Although many people consider a house up to 600 square feet to be a tiny home, the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) Appendix AQ, stated that tiny houses are dwelling units measuring 400 square feet (37 m 2 ) or less in floor area, excluding lofts. All of your policies need to be incorporated into your lease.

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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.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Why Vacancy Rate Matters for Landlords Before diving into the details, lets define vacancy ratesimply put, its the percentage of vacant units compared to your total rental units. Honestly, you dont need to be a financial expert to understand that empty rental units are directly affecting your ROI.

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Buildium

JUNE 17, 2025

For example, Buildium Marketplace partner Beekin analyzes data from over 15 million rental units to quickly give you rent estimates for apartments, single-family homes, and condos. Collect e-signatures with custom lease templates to streamline tenant onboarding. This minimizes vacancy costs and keeps the rent flowing.

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RL Property Management

JUNE 16, 2025

Make Your Property Stand Out This Leasing Season June is peak leasing season in Columbus, and competition for quality tenants is fierce. Thoughtful rental property upgrades for tenants can make all the difference. Want faster leases and lower turnover? In-Unit Laundry This is a big one.

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MRI Software

MARCH 5, 2025

This can result in stronger tenant relationships and longer lease agreements. Rental units with frequent tenant turnover may pose higher risks of accidental damage or legal disputes. Our solutions include automated lease tracking, tenant screening, and maintenance management to help landlords stay compliant and efficient.

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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

It allows tenants the opportunity to pay rent, correct lease violations, or leave voluntarily before the situation escalates. Lease agreements typically outline specific rules, but local housing laws often fill in the gaps. Proceed with cleaning and preparing the apartment or the rental unit for your next tenant.

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RL Property Management

JULY 24, 2025

With longer lease terms and more stable tenants, you’ll spend less on marketing, screening, and vacancy downtime. One tenant, one lease, one set of maintenance concerns. If your single-family rental is vacant, your income drops to zero until it’s leased again. Leasing restrictions. Attracts quality renters.

Single-Family Home

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Its more common than you might think and can happen even in vacant rental units. Sometimes, it even happens in rental units that are sitting empty between tenants. They might be secretly living there, even between leases. Make sure your lease clearly addresses unauthorized occupants.

Real Estate

Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 11, 2025

Breaking Down the Math: Pet Fees as a Revenue Stream Revenue from Pet Fees To illustrate the financial impact, let’s consider a hypothetical property management company overseeing 10,000 rental units. Total annual revenue from pet fees and rent: $2.7

Apartment

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 22, 2025

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. property management isnt just about fixing leaky tapsits knowing whether you can legally rent out that little unit in your backyard without breaking any rules.

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RL Property Management

MAY 7, 2025

With a flat-rate pricing model and no leasing fees, RLPM is built for owners who care about ROI and transparency. What sets RL apart is its commitment to proactive management: quarterly property inspections, 24/7 maintenance coordination, strict tenant screening, and legally vetted leases come standard.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

This post highlights some of the best proptech companies in 2025, across leasing, bookkeeping, maintenance, tenant screening, payments, and more. Buildium also supports digital lease signing and application processing, speeding up leasing cycles and reducing paperwork.

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Bay Property Management Group

MAY 19, 2025

Furnishing a rental unit is one of those behind-the-scenes tasks that can quietly makeorbreak your tenants first impression. This way, tenants can feel at home, no matter the era, and you can get a space that still looks good after several lease cycles. If youre managing cash flow, c omplete the living room and bedroom first.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 6, 2025

Vacancy loss is themoney a landlord loses when rental units remain unoccupied. While its often seen in a negative light, experienced property managers in Baltimore view it as more than just lost incomeit also represents potential earnings you could gain once the units are occupied.

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Buildium

JANUARY 22, 2025

The Importance of Digital Marketing in Property Management When property owners and renters begin their search for management or a rental unit, they usually start online. Through email campaigns, property managers can communicate important information, such as lease renewals and maintenance updates, as well as promotional content.

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Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 10, 2025

Under Arizona law, landlords must provide a rental unit that has fully operating cooling systems and other appliances that make it safe to occupy. For example, in the cities of Phoenix and Tucson, rental units that use air conditioning cannot exceed a maximum temperature of 82 degrees in all habitable rooms, including bathrooms.

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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.

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Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 20, 2025

What Landlords Are Legally Responsible For Landlords are legally required to keep rental units safe, livable, and up to code—and that includes clean, breathable air. Even if your lease doesn’t mention vent maintenance, the law still expects landlords to fix issues that make a space unlivable.

Apartment

Appfolio

JULY 13, 2020

In the residential leasing world, May through September are known as leasing season—with July and August typically seeing the most volume. To make the most of leasing season, property managers, leasing teams, and marketing managers need to be ready for increased demand and commit resources to encourage lease renewals.

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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? Renting to College Students Lease Agreement Terms to Consider – We will outline a few common lease terms that you might consider in this situation.

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. The following considerations will help guide enforcement in a fair and compliant manner: 1.

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