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Finding the Perfect Multifamily Property

American Apartment Owners Association

Operating costs can consist of property taxes, real estate agent fees, utilities, maintenance, property management fees, homeowners insurance and legal fees. Take out landlord insurance A landlord insurance policy is meant to protect you as an investment property owner while safeguarding your rental properties.

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Real Estate Title Claim Dispute Toolkit

American Apartment Owners Association

If you purchase property, you should have title insurance, and if you loan money secured by real property you should have title insurance. It is well worth it to have an insured deed with a policy of title insurance issued by a title insurance company. Bankruptcy Court. The prelim is an imperfect snapshot!

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How a condo/HOA attorney might navigate new Florida laws

Condo Control

Find out how an attorney might approach some of the new Florida laws Many owners were excited, or at least optimistic about the possibility of having more freedom and transparency in their neighborhoods. You should always consult with an attorney for advice about specific situations. And its not just HOAs.

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HOA Transition Checklist: Onboarding The New HOA Board

HOA Managememt

Finally, the new board members must have access to the HOA’s insurance policies. The incoming board should also receive the contact information of the association attorney. It also gives the new board a chance to evaluate the decision to renew or terminate existing vendor agreements.

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Do I need landlord liability insurance? key benefits and tips for adequate coverage

MRI Software

This guide will cover what landlord liability insurance is, why its essential, and the key benefits it offers. What is landlord liability insurance? Landlord liability insurance is a type of coverage designed to protect property owners from financial losses due to accidents or damages occurring at their rental property.

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Fannie Mae Expands Allowance for Attorney-Opinion Letters Instead of Title Insurance. What Is the Backlash All About?

BiggerPockets

As part of its goal to increase affordable mortgage access for homebuyers in the United States, Fannie Mae announced in December that it would accept attorney-opinion letters (AOLs) in place of title […]

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Top 10 property management tax deductions for 2025

Buildium

Deductions on Legal and Professional Services You can deduct fees that you pay to attorneys, accountants, consultants, and other professionals if the fees are paid for work related to your business. If you have a home office, you can deduct a portion of your homeowners insurance.