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California Increases Dollar Limit for Home Repairs Without Licensed Contractors

Authority Property Management

Signed into law in September 2024, California Assembly Bill 2622 (AB 2622) introduces updates to the Contractors State License Law that directly benefit property owners and renters. AB 2622 raises the dollar threshold for contracting work that does not require a licensed contractor. Benefits of AB 2622 for Landlords and Homeowners 1.

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10 ways to navigate short-term rental regulations in the US and UK

Rentals United

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 this guide, we take a look at some of the key short term rental regulations in the US and UK.

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Best practices for expanding your property management portfolio into new markets

Buildium

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. Or if you prefer senior housing, explore markets with older populations. Here are some ways to do that.

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What Does a Leasing Agent Do? Basics You Need to Know

Bay Property Management Group

Do Leasing Agents Need a License? In many states, leasing agents do not need a real estate license if they’re only work in the business of renting properties, not buying or selling them. However, there are some states that do require leasing agents have a license, like Virginia.

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When to Consider Hiring a Professional Property Manager

AirKeeper

Between handling guest bookings, coordinating cleaners, juggling maintenance needs, and staying on top of local regulations, what starts as a promising investment can quickly become a full-time job. Reliable coordination of cleaning and maintenance Turnover between guests needs to be perfect.

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Apartment gate security entry management: Finding your ideal system

Buildium

License Plate Recognition (LPR) Cameras read license plates and automatically grant access based on approved lists. Schedule Regular Maintenance: Perform routine inspections, updates, and repairs to keep hardware and software functioning reliably. Limitations: Requires smartphones, occasional connectivity issues.

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Everything you need to know about apartment management in 2025

Buildium

This guide covers what you need to know about leasing, communication, maintenance, budgeting, staffing, compliance, technology, and growth strategies. Use digital tools such as tenant portals, SMS platforms, or messaging apps to keep renters informed about maintenance, building updates, rent changes, or policy shifts.