Rental Housing Journal

JANUARY 21, 2025

By The Fair Housing Institute As the new year begins, property management professionals have the opportunity to reflect on foundational practices that ensure both compliance and operational excellence. Property management and the essential role of policies, written communication and procedures for the year ahead.

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ADDA

JANUARY 27, 2025

Their responsibilities include overseeing financial management, ensuring timely maintenance of amenities, resolving resident grievances, managing vendor contracts, and ensuring compliance with community and government rules and legal regulations. But other than those small nuances, these results were pretty much globally applicable.

Management 130

Management Compliance Engineering Government 130

Yardi Breeze

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The end of the first reporting deadline is January 1, 2025 (applicable to businesses formed before January 1, 2024). The bottom line : protect yourself from costly penalties by ensuring compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act and FinCENs BOI reporting requirements. What is the Corporate Transparency Act?

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Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 18, 2025

The Evolution of Communication in Property Management AI-powered chatbots and automated messaging systems are becoming the norm, helping property teams respond to resident inquiries, process maintenance requests, and even screen rental applications. Additionally, human oversight must remain a fundamental part of the process.

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Compliance Property Management Property Manager Education 54

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 19, 2025

Is prorated rent applicable for short-term leases? We also handle repairs and maintenance, move-in and out procedures, drafting lease agreements, and compliance with tenant and landlord rights. Prorated rent can apply to both. Yes, landlords can apply prorated rent to short-term leases. And that’s far from all we do.

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Rent Landlord Tenant Lease 147

MRI Software

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

PropTech tools made specifically for the industry, such as MRI PHA Pro , simplify compliance, reporting, and financial management, reducing the administrative workload for PHAs. Enhancing Tenant and Applicant Communication Tenant and applicant communication can be a major administrative burden.

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Electronics Applications Applicants Compliance 52

ADDA

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

While it impacts various sectors, its applicability to housing societies often raises questions. Understanding GST compliance is vital for avoiding penalties and ensuring smooth operations. This blog explains when GST applies to housing societies, the key rules, challenges in compliance, and the benefits of adhering to GST norms.

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Compliance Maintenance Applications Applicants 130

BetterWho

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Property managers should ensure that all fees are transparently communicated to prospective tenants upfront—before lease agreements or application fees are signed. Utilize Compliance Tools Invest in property management software that includes compliance features.

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BetterWho

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Multiple Openings It’s a numbers game; the more openings you post, the more applicants you attract. This approach ensures that only the top 1% of candidates, who truly align with your requirements, make it through the application funnel. We get around 3,000 applicants a month and only 1% make it into our funnel.

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RL Property Management

JANUARY 13, 2025

When it comes to managing rental properties, Fair Housing compliance for landlords is essentialits the foundation of a successful business. Yet, many landlords overlook how quickly non-compliance can lead to serious consequences. Failing to prioritize Fair Housing compliance for landlords can result in costly fines and legal battles.

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Buildium

JANUARY 6, 2025

Compliance: Meetings help confirm that all actions and decisions align with the communitys governing documents and relevant legal requirements, thereby safeguarding the communitys interests. Document-Sharing Applications Document-sharing applications facilitate the distribution and collaboration of meeting materials.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 3, 2025

Furthermore, legal fees for tenant disputes or compliance issues, as well as unexpected repairs like plumbing or electrical issues, can also impact your bottom line. To get the best NOI possible, you should be sure to factor in all applicable revenue and hidden operating costs, possible vacancies, unpaid rent, and market changes.

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Real Estate Rental Income Property Management Property Manager 130

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 23, 2024

A property manager, on the other hand, handles day-to-day operations, including tenant relations, rent collection, and ensuring compliance, acting as an intermediary on behalf of the landlord. After all, they handle hiring staff, screening tenants, and approving applicants independently, without requiring your input.

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Property Management Property Manager Landlord Management 147

Condo Control

JANUARY 23, 2025

Keep the benefits, get rid of the headaches that come with renewing paid parking permits Though HOAs have different reasons for issuing parking permits, most follow a similar process when accepting applications, approving requests and renewing permits. Payments are not processed until permit applications are approved.

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Applications Applicants Single-Family Home Compliance 130

AirKeeper

JANUARY 5, 2025

AirKeepers expertise in short-term rental management ensures property owners can confidently meet compliance requirements without the stress of managing the complexities themselves. These guidelines are designed to maintain safety, transparency, and compliance for both hosts and guests.

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Airbnb Compliance Regulation Property 130

Host Tools

MARCH 20, 2025

The licensing process typically involves providing proof of ownership (or landlord permission), meeting safety requirements, and paying the application fees. How to apply: Visit the Department of Neighborhood Service’s website, where you can download the application form for short-term rentals.

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License Regulation Compliance Airbnb 52

MRI Software

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

From tenant screening and legal compliance to property maintenance, the demands on landlords can quickly pile up and become overwhelming. Legal compliance: Ensures landlords meet local, state, and federal regulations to minimize legal risks. Managing rental properties can often feel like a full-time job.

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Yardi Breeze

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Protect yourself from costly penalties by ensuring compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act and FinCENs BOI reporting requirements. For businesses formed before January 1, 2024, compliance will ensure you avoid fines of $591 per violation per day (subject to inflation). What if someone isnt sure what to do next?

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Compliance Property Management Property Manager Government 130

Yardi Breeze

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

TL;DR : Protect yourself from costly penalties by ensuring compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act and FinCEN’s BOI reporting requirements. For businesses formed before January 1, 2024, compliance will ensure you avoid fines of $591 per violation per day (subject to inflation). What if someone isn’t sure what to do next?

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Compliance Property Management Property Manager Regulation 130

Real Property Management DC Metro

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

An essential part of consistency is ascertaining that you are heeding and utilizing the same criteria for every applicant rather than letting emotions or personal biases influence your decisions. Mistake #1: Failing to Screen Consistently Consistency is the central key to effective tenant screening.

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Tenant Applications Applicants Property Management 94

Yardi Breeze

JANUARY 3, 2025

The first reporting deadline was delayed from January 1, 2025, to January 13, 2025 (applicable to businesses formed before January 1, 2024). The bottom line : Protect yourself from costly penalties by ensuring compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act and FinCENs BOI reporting requirements. or any of its affiliates.

Compliance 130

Compliance Property Management Property Manager Government 130

MRI Software

MARCH 27, 2025

For technology leaders, its critical to understand how the practical applications of AI can help leverage its potential to drive efficiency, enhance decision-making, and gain a competitive edge. The IT Director ensures AI integration with existing systems, implements access controls, and safeguards compliance.

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Real Estate Lease Government Compliance 52

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Note that you must follow Fair Housing Laws through every step of this process: Draft a comprehensive rental application: In this step, you can gather important information about a prospective tenant. For self-employed applicants, ask for recent tax returns or financial statements. Contact us today to learn more!

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Tenant Applications Applicants Property Maintenance 130

Yardi Breeze

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Affordable housing operators may want to consider adding RentCafe Affordable Housing , which allows residents to apply or recertify via integrated compliance workflows. Does an applicant have to pay before completing the application process? Essentially, its the engine running your business and your system of record.

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Property Management Software Property Manager Property Management Management 130

HOA Managememt

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The board can also consult legal counsel to ensure compliance with applicable laws. How to Create and Enforce a Social Media Code of Conduct To create a social media code of conduct, the board should work together to draft clear and specific guidelines. It’s best to review examples from other HOAs.

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Media Consulting Government Compliance 246

Zeevou

MARCH 19, 2025

Ensuring compliance with these rules is crucial for a successful property management expansion, helping you avoid legal issues and maximise profitability. Legal and Compliance Factors Expanding into a new market requires a strong grasp of legal and compliance factors to prevent costly fines and legal issues.

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Property Management Property Manager Management Property 52

HOA Managememt

AUGUST 8, 2024

If the HOA tries to take out a loan , lenders will likely deny the application or impose a high interest rate. Without an HOA board, these tasks would fall by the wayside. Buyers don’t want to join a poorly managed association, while lenders don’t want to approve home loans in a struggling community.

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Education Government Management IT 246

HOA Managememt

AUGUST 27, 2024

As AI technology advances, its potential applications within HOA communities are growing. AI can also assist in ensuring compliance with legal requirements and regulations. This means ensuring the secure storage of personal data and the compliance of AI systems with relevant data protection laws.

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IT Compliance Maintenance Condominium 130

American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 16, 2025

As the new year begins, property management professionals have the opportunity to reflect on foundational practices that ensure both compliance and operational excellence. Regular training sessions are critical to reinforce the importance of these policies and ensure all employees understand their role in maintaining compliance.

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Property Management Property Manager Management Compliance 100

Yardi Breeze

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Snappt is currently the only provider utilizing AI to uncover applicant fraud. This ensures you can confidently keep fraudulent applicants out of your property while seamlessly enhancing the performance of Yardi Breezes other screening solutions. They are also able to detect a sophisticated new type of fraud known as inception fraud.

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Property Management Property Manager Management Property 100

HOA Managememt

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Board members and community managers alike have a duty to ensure legal compliance. It also serves as proof of compliance. If a homeowner’s application for hurricane protection complies with the HOA’s specifications, the association cannot deny it. What are the New Florida HOA Laws 2024?

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Condominium Education Electronics Government 219

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the concept of bonus depreciation, its application to multifamily properties, and how you can leverage it to maximize your investment returns. Working with a knowledgeable tax advisor can help ensure compliance and maximize potential savings. What is Bonus Depreciation?

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Real Estate Consulting Compliance Applications 130

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Non-Discrimination: On a related note, landlords must comply with Fair Housing Laws, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the American with Disabilities Act, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws. As a rule, you should hire professionals to ensure your property is compliant with applicable safety codes. Always put this first.

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Real Property Management Chicago

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Finding trustworthy renters, taking care of upkeep and repairs, and ensuring compliance with local laws are all part of managing a rental property. More work is generated as a result, including more advertising, applicant screening, rent collection, move-ins and move-outs, and upkeep.

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Single-Family Home Real Estate Commercial Property Management 130

Real Property Management California Coast

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

A great part of consistency is always making sure that you are implementing the same criteria for every applicant rather than letting emotions or personal biases influence your decisions. As part of the application process, you should attentively ask prospective tenants for personal and professional references including previous landlords.

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Tenant Applications Applicants Property Management 63

Authority Property Management

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Understanding SB 1051: A Guide for Landlords on Supporting Tenant Safety and Compliance. Here’s what you can’t do under the new rules: Deny someone’s application just because they previously asked for a lock change due to abuse. Refuse applicants who’ve had run-ins with the police or emergency services stemming from abuse.

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Landlord Tenant Lease Compliance 106

Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 11, 2024

It is essential to adhere to fair housing regulations when screening tenants, leasing properties, and managing evictions to avoid potential legal issues and ensure compliance. So, ensure your property meets all applicable health and safety requirements. Ready to streamline your operations?

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