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Bye-Bye Broker Fee

American Apartment Owners Association

The New York City Council approved new legislation on Wednesday that will eliminate hefty upfront broker fees for most renters. In New York City, unlike nearly every other place in the country, tenants are often forced to fork over a fee, on top of their rent, to a broker hired by the landlord before signing their new lease.

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Finding the Perfect Multifamily Property

American Apartment Owners Association

Multifamily refers to properties, such as apartment complexes, condominiums, townhouses, semi-detached units and duplexes, all of which offer multiple spaces for rent. Make sure you understand the historical actuals on the expense structure, not just what the broker estimates they could be, Lea said.

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AAOA’s First Hybrid Rental Housing Conference Features “Squatter Hunter” Flash Shelton and LiftMaster’s Smart Access Control Solutions to Help Apartment Owners Keep their Rentals Secure

American Apartment Owners Association

Nationwide & Long Beach, CA October 16, 2024 The American Apartment Owners Association (AAOA) is proud to host its first-ever hybrid Rental Housing Conference on October 16, bringing together thousands of attendees through both in-person and livestream options. Landlords that use smart access control can see an increase in ROI.

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Tenants in Big Cities Could Save Thousands if “Broker Fee” Reform Passes

BiggerPockets

New “broker fee” reform could help tenants save thousands of dollars when finding their next apartment or home to rent, but it could come at a significant cost to landlords. […]

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How to Get Ready to Apply for Apartments and Other Rental Properties

Real Property Management Chicago

Maybe you’ve even found the perfect apartment, condo, duplex or rental home. Check Your Credit Reports This is the first step in any successful apartment search. If you find that there are negative items on your credit, try to correct those items as far in advance of apartment hunting as possible.

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AAOA’s First Hybrid Rental Housing Conference Features “Squatter Hunter” Flash Shelton and LiftMaster’s Smart Access Control Solutions to Help Apartment Owners Keep their Rentals Secure

American Apartment Owners Association

Nationwide & Long Beach, CA October 16, 2024 The American Apartment Owners Association (AAOA) is proud to host its first-ever hybrid Rental Housing Conference on October 16, bringing together thousands of attendees through both in-person and livestream options. Landlords that use smart access control can see an increase in ROI.

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How to Negotiate Prices with Renters

American Apartment Owners Association

Negotiating rent prices can be tough for a landlord. Whether negotiating with tenured residents or prospective renters, you should always be open to discussing rent prices. When to Consider Negotiating Rent When a renter asks to negotiate rent, its normal to have a knee-jerk reaction. Need a Lease Agreement?

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