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Understanding HOA finances: A practical guide for association managers

Buildium

One of the biggest responsibilities you’ll have as an association manager is keeping your HOA’s finances in good shape. In this guide, we give you the full HOA finances picture. What are HOA Finances? Finances are the backbone of any association, and managing them well is a large part of protecting a community’s longevity.

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Finding the Perfect Multifamily Property

American Apartment Owners Association

When buying a rental property, there are local price trends, zoning rules and vacancy rates to consider in addition to financing and renovation costs. Although it is not mandatory that rental owners purchase landlord insurance , most lenders will require it if you are financing the property or hold a mortgage on it.

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What Credit Score Do You Need To Rent An Aparment?

Bay Property Management Group

This score shows the landlord that you’ve been managing your finances well enough. That score indicates a phenomenal record with both finances and rent-paying, which places you above many competitors in the realm of apartment renting. Here, the landlord might assume there is some risk involved in choosing you.

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What Is Debt-To-Income Ratio (DTI): What Investors Need to Know

Bay Property Management Group

Ready to take control of your finances? Your Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI) is one of the biggest factors that determine whether lenders see you as a reliable borrower to get investment property financing. In turn, that could make lenders hesitant to approve your application. What Is Debt-To-Income Ratio (DTI)?

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Rental leasing software: A game-changer for residential landlords

Buildium

Why Rental Leasing Software Is Becoming a Must-Have for Landlords Many landlords start their journey by handling lease agreements, rent payments, and tenant applications manually. Instead of manually drafting leases, collecting applications, or managing renewals, landlords can complete these tasks with just a few clicks.

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Condo vs Duplex: Which Should You Choose for Investing?

Bay Property Management Group

Duplex Disadvantages: Condos tend to have HOA fees and slower appreciation, while duplexes typically require higher upfront costs, more maintenance, and may be harder, or cost more, to finance. Category Condo Duplex Financing You may be able to get a regular home loan for a condo, just like you would for a house. What is a Condo?

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Residential Property Maintenance Metrics and Improving NOI (with Ray Hespen)

Fourandhalf

Its a deep diving into: Vendor efficiency Technician efficiency Coordinator efficiency Benchmarking Finances You know what the performance actually is instead of trusting someones gut. Ray says the effective use of AI is all in application. Its meant to be blended and applicable to local markets. AI is not magic.