American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

On average, the units have been rented out within 30 days and there have been minimal concerns from existing tenants. Some areas may regulate ADUs or require specific foundation types. Can tenants have parties or pets? Before you begin, youll need to find out if you can legally operate a short-term rental in your intended area.

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Rental Housing Journal

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

If the heater goes out in my rental should I give tenants credit while awaiting the repair is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. If you provided or if the tenants had space heaters and could remain comfortable that way then I wouldn’t do anything, unless they complain or ask, and then I would consider their request.

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Buildium

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Property maintenance plays a pivotal role in asset management, protecting a propertys long-term profitability and keeping tenant satisfied and turnover low. They also have to balance budgets, manage multiple sites and tenants, and adhere to legal requirements.

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Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 2, 2025

Establish Clear Noise Policies in the Lease Agreement A well-drafted lease agreement should clearly define acceptable noise levels and establish noise ordinance hours that align with local regulations. Screen Tenants Thoroughly Thorough tenant screening is an essential step in preventing future noise complaints.

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American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

These factors can affect a propertys value and its appeal to tenants. That means that if one tenant moves out, you will still receive income from the other tenants. Analyze the neighborhoods growth potential, property valuations, rental demand, crime rate and school district ratings as well as future development plans.

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Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

As a residential property manager, your role bridges the gap between property owners and tenants, and how well you manage this connection can shape the experience of everyone involved. Think of this as your go-to guide for making yourproperty leasing & managementprocess more efficient and tenant-friendly.

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American Apartment Owners Association

APRIL 30, 2025

Automated maintenance requests keep vendors and tenants organized. Custom portals for tenants, vendors, and investors keep everyone in the loop. Compliance and Regulations Are Keeping You Up at Night As your portfolio grows, so does your compliance burden. Automate financial tracking and audit trails.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 22, 2025

Local zoning laws, rental regulations, and permits dictate whether you can build and lease them , with size restrictions, occupancy requirements, and compliance with tenant rights laws varying by region. Therefore, they are by all means subject to zoning and regulations.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 19, 2025

In other words, the tenant could pay a prorated rent, an amount that reflects the number of days you’ve lived in the rental. Experienced property management companies in Baltimore and elsewhere offer this as an option when tenants move in/out midway through the month. Furthermore, it can foster tenant loyalty.

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Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

As a property manager, leasing is always a top priorityafter all, without tenants, theres no income. This means balancing leasing with maintenance, tenant relations, financial management, and legal compliance. And when you attract reliable, long-term tenants, you reduce turnover, which is costly and disruptive.

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Rental Choice

AUGUST 6, 2024

Smoking in apartments is a contentious issue that has caused many disputes between landlords and tenants. Smoking in Apartments and Tenants’ Rights Can I smoke in my apartment? Smoking in Apartments and Tenants’ Rights Can I smoke in my apartment? Using it even privately may expose tenants to federal offense charges.

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Apartment Tenant Lease Agreement Regulation 130

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 20, 2025

Since each unit has separate utilities, tenants are only responsible for paying for their own usage. So, you can get more square footage, and more tenants to rent from, for a potentially lower price. Know Your State’s Laws and Regulations Surrounding Housing. This way, your tenants stay happy, and you stay profitable.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 17, 2025

And more importantly, could it make a real difference for tenants across the city? Philadelphias Response to Housing Challenges With about half of Phillys residents being renters, Councilmember Rue Landaus proposed bills target the steep upfront costs preventing tenants from securing affordable housing. But what exactly is this plan?

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American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

A Seattle landlord has sued the City of Seattle alleging a number of laws passed in the name of tenant protections in the last few years have financially strapped his affordable housing units, according to the Seattle Times. Source: Rental Housing Journal The post Seattle Landlord Sues The City Over Tenant Rules appeared first on AAOA.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In the meantime, your tenant’s renter’s insurance can help cover the costs. That said, if the tenant or a guest did something to cause the accident, then that could be a whole different story. On the other hand, if the problem is on the tenant, renters insurance can help cover their costs.

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Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

For example, property managers can now use natural-language processing chatbots to resolve common tenant issues, machine learning algorithms to predict maintenance issues, and computer vision to offer virtual tours to rental applicants. Enhanced Tenant Experience: Unlike human customer support agents, AI chatbots never get tired.

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BetterWho

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The primary goal is to increase efficiency, reduce operational costs, and improve tenant satisfaction. LetHub LetHub offers AI-powered leasing tools that automate tenant screening and lead management. For property management companies, integrating AI can lead to more streamlined operations and a competitive edge in the market.

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Residential rental property landlords have a lot to gain from these advanced tools, from easier tenant management to more accurate, less time-consuming accounting. Manual tracking of rent payments, maintenance requests, and tenant communications can be time-consuming and prone to errors. This helps you spot and fix issues quickly.

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American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. Just as you are placing your faith in a new tenant to pay their rent on time and respect your property, they are placing their trust in you that you will keep them safe while providing them with a habitable home.

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American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In property management, it is essential to be thoroughly aware of tenants’ rights and obligations. Fundamentals of Tenant’s Rights An essential tenant-right is privacy. Fundamentals of Tenant’s Rights An essential tenant-right is privacy. reducingthe chances of legal disputes or penalties.

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American Apartment Owners Association

APRIL 28, 2025

Tenants now have legal leverage, and courts will demand clear, verifiable proof of how security deposits were managed. Shareable by email or as a secure PDFready for tenants, lawyers, or court documentation. Real Talk: You Need a Digital Paper Trail AB 2801 has raised the barand tenants are paying attention.

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Rental Housing Journal

APRIL 8, 2025

The Georgia legislature has passed a bill requiring out-of-state landlords to employ at least one in-state staffer to handle tenant complaints, according to reports. That has driven up rent prices, and investors habit of camouflaging themselves with shell companies has made it difficult for tenants to get maintenance concerns addressed.

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Buildium

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Managing tenants, overseeing budgets, coordinating repairs, and maintaining the property can quickly become overwhelming without the right tools. It allows you to track and schedule repairs, communicate with tenants and vendors, keep a record of maintenance requests, and monitor the overall condition of your buildings.

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Property Maintenance Maintenance Property Management Property Manager 130

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 4, 2025

In this guide, we break down what a ground lease really means, how it works, the pros and cons for both the investing tenants and landlords, and the key things to consider before signing on the dotted line. A ground lease is an agreement that lets a tenant lease land and develop it during a set periodusually for 50 to 99 years.

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Rental Housing Journal

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Federal lawmakers have introduced a bill to allow landlords to give tenants in federal subsidized housing 3-day eviction notice, according to reports. Landlords had been required to give 30 days notice to tenants in federally subsidized housing before evicting them for non-payment of rent, after COVID-19 protections had ended.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 29, 2025

Check Local Laws and Regulations In some areas, there may be regulations that require landlords to include certain utilities in rent. So, always do your due diligence and look at your location’s regulations. On the other hand, some rentals may require tenants to cover water costs, so never assume anything.

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Real Property Management Evertrust

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Becoming a landlord is often seen as a great investment opportunity, but managing tenants , especially difficult ones, can quickly turn your dream into a nightmare. For new landlords, navigating tenant conflicts and understanding when and how to enforce eviction procedures can be especially tricky. Common Mistakes New Landlords Make 1.

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Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 25, 2025

If tenants leave damage in your rental and then want their deposit back what should we do is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Dear Landlord Hank, We have a rental house and the tenants gave 30-day notice. ” How Can I Monitor Tenant Smoking In My No-Smoking Rental? .”

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

That said, if an issue doesn’t pose an urgent threat to the tenants’ health or safety, that timeline might go slower. In most cases, both landlords and tenants have specific obligations. This way, there wont be any surprises down the line, and the tenant can settle in with everything in good shape.

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Beach Front Property Management

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

In property management, landlords often face the challenge of managing difficult tenants who refuse to leave. Each tenant situation is unique, and exploring strategies that have worked for other landlords can provide valuable insights. Offer a Financial Incentive At times, a tenant may need to vacate for various reasons.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 23, 2025

Cons of Buying a Duplex: Managing a duplex comes with added responsibilities, such as handling tenant disputes, increased maintenance costs, and financing complexities that may differ from single-family homes. If you rent out both units, youre earning from two tenants instead of one. What Is a Duplex? This can complicate billing.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Read on to learn more about pet deposits, why you might not get your refund, and your rights as a tenant. ” After all, when tenants have pets, they come with the chance of scratches, stains, or other damages that go beyond normal wear and tear. Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Legally, are pet deposits refundable?

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Real Property Management Chicago

JUNE 18, 2021

To define the term “unlawful detainer”, it is a tenant who continues to live in a rental property even after having no legal right to do so. But evicting a tenant because of unlawful detainer requires a court case and, in some cases, a jury trial. Example 1: The tenant refuses to leave after the lease ends.

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Ever wondered about the difference between squatters and tenants? Defining Squatters’ Rights vs Tenants’ Rights Whether you’re a property owner, tenant, or simply interested in property law it’s good you understand these distinctions between squatters rights and tenants rights.

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Ever wondered about the difference between squatters and tenants? Defining Squatters’ Rights vs Tenants’ Rights Whether you’re a property owner, tenant, or simply interested in property law it’s good you understand these distinctions between squatters rights and tenants rights.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

For instance, if a landlord rents out an apartment, they’re a lessor making a rental agreement with a tenant (lessee). For example, the lessor could be a landlord renting out an apartment, a tenant subletting their rental, a business leasing out office space, or even someone renting out equipment. Who is the Lessee?

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Buildium

JANUARY 30, 2025

How Does Single Family Property Management Software Help Your Business Single family property managers often have to deal with a variety of properties, each with their own location, types of tenants, maintenance needs, and other unique features. Its designed to automate and simplify all the tasks involved in managing rental properties.

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