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The Importance of an Accurate Rental Application

American Apartment Owners Association

The importance of a thorough and accurate rental application cannot be overstated. A comprehensive rental application can protect you from undesirable tenants and future problems, such as evictions and damage to your investment property. A Comprehensive Application to Rent is available on the AAOA web site at no charge to all members.

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How to Keep Your Tenants Safe

American Apartment Owners Association

Standards of habitability include a tenants ability to regulate and maintain a safe and comfortable home temperature. For example, they must guarantee that it does not contain lead-based paint, asbestos, mold or other dangerous environmental toxins and install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in each unit according to local regulations.

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BOI Reporting: Corporate Transparency Act Update

Yardi Breeze

The end of the first reporting deadline is January 1, 2025 (applicable to businesses formed before January 1, 2024). To uphold industry trust and transparency, it matters that your business takes steps to be in line with federal regulations. As of March 1, 2024, most companies must comply with the new BOI reporting regulations.

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Big US Cities Challenge Algorithmic Rents

American Apartment Owners Association

San Francisco and Philadelphia are leading the charge against rent-setting software, passing laws to regulate the use of algorithmic systems that leverage nonpublic data. Free Rental Application Get 20 Rental Forms for FREE, including a rental application.

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Seattle Landlord Sues The City Over Tenant Rules

American Apartment Owners Association

The city council has been active the past few years in passing tenant protections such as caps on move-in fees, first qualified applicant rules, eviction rules, lease renewals and tenant screening rules. Source: Rental Housing Journal The post Seattle Landlord Sues The City Over Tenant Rules appeared first on AAOA.

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11 Steps to Take Before and During Leasing Season to Maximize Profit and Efficiency

Appfolio

Check Up On Your Application Process. If you don’t currently offer the ability to apply for your vacancies using an online application , it’s time to seriously consider it; more than half of rental property managers report an expectation by renters that they can fill their applications out online. During Leasing Season.

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Can a Landlord Let Themselves In? Unlocking the Legalities

American Apartment Owners Association

Understanding the rules and regulations surrounding a landlords right to entry is crucial in maintaining a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship and avoiding any legal disputes. The functionality of security systems, if applicable. Need Legal Help? Chat with a real estate lawyer near you. Its only $5 for a 1-week trial.

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