Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

Moving into a new rental property can be an exciting experience for tenants, but it can also be stressful. Coordinating the move, getting the keys, signing the lease, and making sure the unit is in good shape before move-in are all high priorities. Why Is a Move-In Checklist Important?

Property Management

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

AvalonBay has added about 50 ADUs into some of its California communities.The average 425-square-foot studios and junior one-bedroom units generate rent between $4 and $8 per square foot. On average, the units have been rented out within 30 days and there have been minimal concerns from existing tenants.

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Buildium

JUNE 12, 2025

But as we’ll discuss throughout this post, it’s important to keep in mind that North Carolina has also seen an influx of new construction that’s impacting occupancy and rent growth in the near term. Greensboro, NC Rental Market Statistics Rental Inventory (Q3-’24): 50,563 Units Added Since Q3-’23: +588 Asking Rent Growth Since Q3-’23: 1.8%

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Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 25, 2025

Oregon lawmakers are considering rent control expansion, called rent stabilization, to include some newer buildings, according to reports. The current law applies only to residential rental units 15 years and older and limits rent increases to 10% a year. The bill is likely to face amendments going forward.

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RL Property Management

JUNE 16, 2025

That means your property needs to do more than just check the boxes… it needs to stand out. Thoughtful rental property upgrades for tenants can make all the difference. When tenants see clean, modern features, they recognize the care behind the property. Will this upgrade help justify a rent increase?

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Buildium

JUNE 17, 2025

Encourage Current Clients to Acquire New Properties Another way to grow your portfolio is to help your existing clients grow theirs. Let’s say a contractor in your network informs you that a rental property nearby is about to be listed for sale. After all, market rents tend to rise over time.

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Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

Managing a rental property comes with more work than most people expect—advertising vacancies, answering calls, showing units, and sorting out lease paperwork. A leasing agent is the person who helps landlords rent out their properties, such as houses, apartments, or even commercial spaces like offices or retail stores.

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Rentals United

JUNE 4, 2025

The Rentals United Worlds Top 50 Property Managers is our annual ranking of the largest most industry-redefining vacation rental companies worldwide. The vacation rental industry has seen significant growth in recent years, with numerous companies emerging as leaders in the field.

Rental Management

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Several Factors Influence Vacancy Rates – Population growth, rental pricing, and the local job market play key roles in determining how easily a property can attract tenants. Landlords should stay informed about market trends and set competitive rent prices to minimize vacancies. What Affects Vacancy Rates?

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Muldoon Associates

JULY 17, 2025

Laws are always changing, especially when we’re talking about rental laws. That can feel pretty frustrating, especially if you’re a landlord or a rental property owner who is trying to keep up and stay in compliance. You’ll have to give your tenant at least 60 days of notice before the rent increases.

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Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 11, 2025

Pet fees have evolved in rental housing from cost recovery to a burden for many pet owners see how this works in this article. Yet in the rental housing industry, pet fees, deposits, and pet rent have become standard costs for pet owners. Total annual revenue from pet fees and rent: $2.7 million per year.

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Property Management Inc.

MARCH 13, 2025

Owning rental properties is like running a business where every empty unit is a silent thief, quietly draining your profits. During vacancy, you're left covering property taxes, mortgage payments, and maintenance costs. Why Vacancy Rates Matter Vacant properties take more than a financial toll.

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Rentals United

JUNE 10, 2025

When investing in short-term rental property, it’s crucial to understand your return on investment (ROI). ROI helps you assess profitability over time, measuring how effectively your property generates income relative to its cost, and providing a clear picture of an investment’s potential success. This is the big question.

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MRI Software

MARCH 5, 2025

Renting out property can be a great way to generate income, but it also comes with potential financial risks. Landlords may face various liability risks, from tenant injuries to property damage claims. Unlike standard homeowner insurance, this liability insurance is specifically designed to address rental property risks.

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Rentals United

APRIL 17, 2025

More recently, in Barcelona and many other cities around Europe and the rest of the world, new restrictions on short-term rental (STR) businesses are causing many vacation rental property managers to shift strategies. But what is a mid term rental anyway? What is a mid term rental? Let’s take a look.

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RL Property Management

JULY 24, 2025

Not All Rental Properties Are Created Equal When investors think about building wealth through real estate, the focus usually lands on metrics like ROI, vacancy rates, or long-term appreciation. But there’s a foundational factor that often gets overlooked: the type of property you invest in. Cons to Consider All or nothing.

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Rentals United

JULY 3, 2025

List your properties with Rentals United Best 8 glamping websites to list your properties 1. Learn how to list and manage your properties on Glamping Hub through the Rentals United channel manager. Let’s get right into it! Why list here: Keep 90% of your booking revenue (only 10% commission) 5.5+

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Property Management Inc.

JULY 11, 2025

It’s a word that no landlord wants to utter, yet it’s an inevitable part of managing rental properties. Whether it’s due to unpaid rent, a lease violation, or a tenant refusing to vacate, drafting a professional eviction notice is your first step in reclaiming control of your property.

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Rental Housing Journal

APRIL 21, 2025

But for residential landlords like us who own and manage rental properties, tariffs can have surprisingly significant consequences. From rising maintenance costs to inflationary pressures that influence rent dynamics, tariffs affect more than just international commerce; they impact our bottom line.

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Property Management Inc.

JUNE 13, 2025

When it comes to managing a rental property, evictions often feel like the uninvited guest that overstays their welcome. It allows tenants the opportunity to pay rent, correct lease violations, or leave voluntarily before the situation escalates. For nonpayment of rent, a written notice serves as the starting line.

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Rentals United

JULY 30, 2025

Converting residential properties to holiday lets without permission can incur enforcement actions. To ensure compliance, investigate zoning rules for your rental properties by address. These limits can be based on the number of days per year, the type of property (primary residence vs. non-primary), or occupancy limits.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Most landlords worry about chasing late rent, getting repairs done, or dealing with difficult tenants. But what if someone was living in your property without you even knowing? Its more common than you might think and can happen even in vacant rental units. Believe it or not, this strange situation has a name.

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Bay Property Management Group

MAY 19, 2025

Furnishing a rental unit is one of those behind-the-scenes tasks that can quietly makeorbreak your tenants first impression. Tips for Furnishing Rentals on a Budget Furnishing an apartment doesnt have to mean cutting cornersits about being strategic.

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RL Property Management

MAY 7, 2025

If you’re managing properties without the right partner, you risk vacancy losses, compliance issues, poor tenant relationships, and more time than you bargained for. A great property manager does more than collect rent. Quick Facts: CEO: Peter Lohmann Google Rating: 4.3 (425+ Quick Facts: Google Rating: 3.7 (40+

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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.

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Rentals United

MARCH 31, 2025

Get started on your distribution strategy with Rentals United. At Rentals United, weve rounded up the top-tier channels you should be listing on to maximize occupancy and revenue, besides Airbnb. While Airbnb boasts around 7 million listings, Vrbo only has around 2 million vacation rental properties.

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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.

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Muldoon Associates

JULY 31, 2025

Until then, this is the general information we can give you about what your rental property lease agreement needs. Mandatory Disclosures in Colorado Lease Agreements Mandatory disclosures in Colorado lease agreements are in place to protect the health and safety of the tenants renting your property.

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Hospitable

MARCH 31, 2025

Still, you should understand that the short-term income you can earn by renting out your property varies in different locations. Turning your Canada-based property into Airbnb can be more lucrative than traditional long-term renting. Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Canada: Why Does It Matter?

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Avantio

APRIL 2, 2025

However, it is also possible to become an Airbnb Experiences host without having a short-term rental property yourself. In fact, many Airbnb property managers, hire Airbnb Experiences hosts as an additional service to their rental. Scalability & Growth Can scale with multiple properties or rental units.

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Hospitable

JANUARY 28, 2025

Airbnb Hosting Services: Getting Help with Managing Your Rental By The Hospitable Team OTAs Running an Airbnb is one of the best ways to make money from your home, but managing one or more vacation rental properties can be time-consuming and somewhat stressful, and not everyone has the time to do it.

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Hospitable

JULY 22, 2025

But what does it mean for hosts renting out their homes? In this blog, we’ll talk about what Airbnb Services are, how they work, and what you need to know as a vacation rental host. You should also check your local STR laws and building rules to be sure that providing Airbnb services in your short-term rental property is legal.

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Genuine Property Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The City of Santa Ana just enacted the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance to regulate rent increases and evictions for nearly all rental properties and mobile home spaces.

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Bay Property Management Group

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

There is a big demographic that many people come across when renting housing: college students. As a landlord or owner, what are the considerations when renting to college students, lease agreement addendums and terms to consider, and general ramifications of renting to this group? In some areas, that demo can be quite large.

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

As a landlord or property manager, rent control may not be the most positive term in the real estate industry. It basically puts constraints on how much control a landlord has over their property, specifically on how much rent they can charge tenants. In 2019, both California and Oregon signed statewide rent control laws.

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Real Property Management Chicago

JUNE 24, 2022

Suppose you’re a single-family Palatine rental property owner. In that case, you have to find tenants, keep track of payments and repairs, and manage all the other aspects of owning and managing rental property. How can proptech help landlords manage their properties more efficiently and effectively?

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American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

Part of being a rental property owner or manager is understanding the local and state rent increase laws. A rent increase is a consistent responsibility for every landlord, but there are reasons beyond rent regulations and compliance to understand the process and reasons behind it. What causes rent to increase?

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