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Are energy management systems right for all property managers?

Yardi Breeze

Property managers have always grappled with challenges around energy cost recovery and reporting. These challenges are felt across the industry, which is why most large companies have adopted energy management systems. Energy management systems automate these processes and provide better transparency into utility usage and expenses.

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The 5 best rental markets in New York State for investors & property managers in 2025

Buildium

Alongside the many positive factors that may pique real estate investors interest, there are three considerations that you may want to keep in mind when considering investing in New York State: Regulatory environment: Passed in 2019, the states Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act dictates how landlords can operate rent-regulated units.

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Washington State Rent Control: What Multifamily Property Owners and Investors Need to Know Now

Rental Housing Journal

Manufactured and mobile homes: In manufactured-housing communities, annual rent increases are limited to 5 percent. This could push property values down or lead to higher cap rates for regulated properties. New tenancies: Landlords cannot raise rents during the first 12 months of a new tenancy.

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How Long Does a Landlord Have to Replace a Refrigerator?

Bay Property Management Group

According to our Philadelphia property managers, if your landlord has provided you with a refrigerator, it’s their responsibility to replace it unless your lease states otherwise. Health and Safety Standards Landlords are legally obligated to follow safety regulations for appliances.

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The 10 Worst States To Be A Landlord

Rental Housing Journal

But there are some states where—due to anti-landlord legislation, property tax rates, rent-control laws or congested court systems—there is added pressure on landlords, property owners and property managers. It also limits rent increases for manufactured homes to 5%. Landlords can still adjust rent by higher amounts for new tenants.

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Regulations Respond to Numerous Fires Involving Mulch

Mem Property Management

These new regulations were adopted with a great deal of support to prevent future occurrences of property damage, injuries, and deaths due to mulch fires. The regulations, effective on April 15, 2025, require that a minimum of 18 inches of space separate mulch beds from combustible building materials.

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Use of Mulch Around Combustible Building Materials

Mem Property Management

These new regulations were adopted with agreat deal of support to prevent future occurrences of property damage, injuries, and deaths due to mulch fires. The regulations, effective on April 15, 2025, require that a minimum of 18 inches of space separate mulch beds from combustible buildingmaterials.