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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. In the long run, accepting a deceitful tenant can cause you a great deal of grief and money. A comprehensive rental application can protect you from undesirable tenants and future problems, such as evictions and damage to your investment property.

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How to Keep Your Tenants Safe

American Apartment Owners Association

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. Just as you are placing your faith in a new tenant to pay their rent on time and respect your property, they are placing their trust in you that you will keep them safe while providing them with a habitable home.

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Seattle Landlord Sues The City Over Tenant Rules

American Apartment Owners Association

A Seattle landlord has sued the City of Seattle alleging a number of laws passed in the name of tenant protections in the last few years have financially strapped his affordable housing units, according to the Seattle Times. Source: Rental Housing Journal The post Seattle Landlord Sues The City Over Tenant Rules appeared first on AAOA.

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Why and How to Evict a Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

Evicting a tenant is never easy, but it can be an unfortunate part of your job as a landlord. Your tenants have rights and any violation of them could extend the eviction process longer than it should. Keep reading to understand how and when to (properly) evict a tenant. When should you evict a tenant?

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Can a Landlord Let Themselves In? Unlocking the Legalities

American Apartment Owners Association

A landlord cannot let themselves into a tenants property without prior notice, except in emergencies. Generally, landlords must provide at least 24 hours notice before entering, respecting tenants privacy and adhering to specific state laws regarding entry reasons and times. Privacy Both landlords and tenants have the right to privacy.

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Big US Cities Challenge Algorithmic Rents

American Apartment Owners Association

While the new laws stop short of banning such systems entirely, they prohibit the use of confidential data in rent calculations and empower tenants to sue noncompliant landlords. Free Rental Application Get 20 Rental Forms for FREE, including a rental application.

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

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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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