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.

Tenant

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

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.

Landlord

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. ” Utilizing Ads Social media advertising allows you to target specific demographics, such as age, location, and interests.

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.

Property Management

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.

IT

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.

Landlord

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

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.

Lease

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The costs associated with vacant units, marketing to new tenants, and preparing properties for new occupants can quickly add up. Accordingto a report from Zego, the average cost of turning over a rental unit was $3,872 in 2023. Offer a range of flexible lease options to cater to diverse resident needs.

Tenant

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 1, 2024

While they’re unpleasant for tenants, they’re necessary for landlords who must pay for the rising maintenance costs, taxes, and utilities. For instance, it depends on your lease type, state and local laws, and any rent control ordinances in your area. Your lease should have terms regarding rent increases, notice periods, and limits.

Rent

Real Property Management Evertrust

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

If you are looking for a rental apartment in Portland, Maine, during the winter months, it’s crucial to understand how the season affects apartment hunting, living conditions, and utilities. Expect Higher Utility Bills: Heating Costs in Maine Maine winters can be harsh, with temperatures often dropping below freezing.

Apartment

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 11, 2024

So, you should find a sweet spot to retain tenants and keep the units occupied. You can achieve this by offering incentives to tenants who want to extend their leases, managing your property well, and setting competitive prices for your rental apartments to draw in new tenants.

Management

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

AUGUST 7, 2022

Increased insurance premiums, taxes and/or utilities. The ins and outs of a rent increase notice Generally, a landlord can raise a units rent price with a new lease agreement, if they give proper notice. Remember, a year-long lease has different requirements from a month-to-month lease.

Compliance

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

Increased insurance premiums, taxes and/or utilities. The ins and outs of a rent increase notice Generally, a landlord can raise a units rent price with a new lease agreement, if they give proper notice. Remember, a year-long lease has different requirements from a month-to-month lease.

Compliance

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

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Various fees you charge, such as for the tenant to have a pet or date payments, could also contribute to your rental propertys gross income. These could include property taxes, insurance, repairs, utilities and property management fees if you hired a company to take care of your property for you.

Rental Property

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Various fees you charge, such as for the tenant to have a pet or date payments, could also contribute to your rental propertys gross income. These could include property taxes, insurance, repairs, utilities and property management fees if you hired a company to take care of your property for you.

Rental Property

Yardi Breeze

JUNE 17, 2025

The number of doors managed by a single member of this group of rental housing providers varies from a handful to several hundred. In total, it is estimated that IROs manage upwards of 17 million rental units nationwide. I’ve done everything from leasing to general operations and ownership.

Insurance

Florida Property Management

JULY 5, 2019

Reasons to Evict a Florida Tenant Causes for terminating a tenancy include failure to pay rent, violation of a lease or rental agreement, and illicit activities. Seven Day Notice to Cure: This type of notice applies in situations where a tenant has violated their lease or rental agreement, and the violation can be corrected, or “cured.”

Tenant

RL Property Management

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Energy-efficient upgrades like LED lighting, smart thermostats, and high-efficiency appliances not only reduce utility bills but also cater to the growing demand for sustainable living options. Incentives for Long-Term Leases: Offering perks is a great way to reduce turnover and ensure steady income. Are tenants renewing leases?

Landlord

MRI Software

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Multifamily operating expenses are the regular costs that come with running and maintaining a rental property. These can range from maintenance and repairs to utilities, insurance, and payroll. Multifamily operating expenses per unit One way to keep track of your expenses is by looking at the cost per unit.

Utilities

Nest DC

JUNE 9, 2023

While charging more than a month's rent is not an option, charging less is an option that some property owners make in order to attract renters to their rental unit. As such, we recommend making the list in your lease comprehensive. Our team of experts will help you maximize your ROI and ensure the success of your rental!

Landlord

InveServe

OCTOBER 28, 2024

As we look ahead to 2025, several key trends are shaping the future of the multifamily rental market in this vibrant region. This trend is expected to continue in 2025 , as the region’s population growth and economic vitality fuel the need for quality rental units. Here’s how InveServe Corp.

Property Management

Authority Property Management

DECEMBER 3, 2015

In compliance with their rental agreement, previous tenants are required to leave a rental property clean, free from debris and in the same order when first occupied. Property managers inspect previously leased units and issue tenant deposits once rentals pass move-out inspections.

Rent

Authority Property Management

JULY 20, 2021

This includes the cost of rent for a rental property plus essential utilities such as water, gas, and electricity. Gross rent does not include non-essentials such as, internet, cable or satellite, and telephone utilities. More so, contract rent is the rental payment that’s agreed upon in the lease.

Single-Family Home

RL Property Management

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Energy-efficient upgrades like solar panels, LED lighting, and high-efficiency HVAC systems not only lower utility bills but also appeal to eco-conscious tenants who prioritize sustainability. These tenants are often willing to pay a premium for rental units with lower utility costs and environmentally friendly features.

Rental Property

Authority Property Management

JULY 12, 2022

If you ever feel like you’ve had enough of a particular place, it’s a lot easier to break a lease, and move across the country than it is to sell a house. Utilities One of the advantages of renting is that you might end up not having to pay for utility costs. Renting gives you the freedom to choose where you would want to live.

Rent

MRI Software

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

High occupancy rates ensure a steady rental income, which is essential for covering operational costs and generating profit. This steady income helps you manage maintenance, utilities, and staff salaries effectively. Lease terms Flexible lease terms can also influence occupancy rates.

Apartment

Authority Property Management

AUGUST 3, 2024

Key provisions include: Extended Notice Periods: Increasing the notice period for evictions and lease terminations. Political and Legal Impact Regulatory Compliance: Landlords will need to navigate a more complex regulatory environment, necessitating legal consultations and possible revisions of lease agreements.

Property Management

Authority Property Management

JUNE 16, 2024

Unfurnished Matters One significant flaw in Zillow's Rent Zestimates® is the failure to differentiate between furnished and unfurnished rental units. In Redding, furnished rentals typically command an additional $500 to $1,000 per month compared to unfurnished units.

Real Estate Broker

Property Management Inc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

State the reason for termination explicitly, using legally recognized grounds like non-payment of rent, lease violation, or property damage. Similarly, eviction control laws may require that you provide a justified reason for eviction, such as non-payment of rent or violation of lease terms. Ambiguity could open the door to challenges.

Landlord

MRI Software

DECEMBER 7, 2024

Energy-efficient appliances: These can lower utility costs, making your property more eco-friendly and attractive to tenants who are looking for savings on utilities. Lets say you own a multifamily property where the rental units are older, and youve noticed your tenants complaining about the outdated appliances and poor security.

Real Estate

Authority Property Management

JULY 5, 2024

Utilities disconnected or unpaid. 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. Some common indicators include: Unpaid rent and no communication from the tenant.

Landlord

MRI Software

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Adaptability: Use ADUs as rental units, guest housing, or even office spaces for remote workers. How can multifamily ADUs increase rental income and property value? Rental income grows significantly with each ADU you add. Fire safety and utility requirements are also key. appeared first on MRI Software.

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