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Are energy management systems right for all property managers?

Yardi Breeze

They increase accuracy, compliance and financial performance for residential, affordable, manufactured housing and commercial properties of all sizes. The return can depend on the fee structure and the local regulations governing administrative fees. Still, there are a few ways property managers see returns on their energy products.

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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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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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How Long Does a Landlord Have to Replace a Refrigerator?

Bay Property Management Group

Health and Safety Standards Landlords are legally obligated to follow safety regulations for appliances. Heres what they need to do: Refrain From Misusing their Appliances Tenants should use appliances according to the manufacturers instructions. Instead, the tenant will have to foot the bill.

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The 10 Worst States To Be A Landlord

Rental Housing Journal

It also limits rent increases for manufactured homes to 5%. 2: New York New York’s statewide regulations limit rent increases (even after significant improvements) and prevents landlords from resetting rent between tenants. 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.