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Rising Above Price Gouging: How One AAOA Member Brings Hope to Displaced Families Amid L.A. Fires

American Apartment Owners Association

California Attorney General Rob Bonta urged residents to report suspected price gouging. Ratner Property Management and Maintenance, an AAOA member, is one such example. If you witness or experience price gouging, report it through the California Attorney Generals website. Well take it from there,” he said.

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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. Youll need to attract and retain quality tenants, establish rent collection processes, conduct regular maintenance and repairs and ensure compliance with local regulations.

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Minimizing Investment Risks in Multifamily Real Estate

American Apartment Owners Association

Identify potential risks through in-depth examination, includingmarket analysisfor rental trends and property maintenance assessments. Manage maintenance costs proactively. Another important element of due diligence is evaluating theproperty’s maintenance and legal compliance. Ensure legal compliance to mitigate risks.

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How to Handle Common Lease Violations

American Apartment Owners Association

Property Care and Maintenance : Residents are responsible for keeping the property in good condition. Promptly handling repairs and regular maintenance helps maintain the propertys value. Neglecting Essential Repairs : It is the homeowners responsibility to promptly address maintenance issues and necessary repairs.

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Ask Landlord Hank: If Heater Goes Out in My Rental, Should I Give Tenants Credit While Awaiting Repair?

Rental Housing Journal

Remember Hank is not an attorney and he is not offering legal advice. As a child, Hank Rossi sometimes helped his father take care of the family rental-maintenance business. If the heater goes out in my rental should I give tenants credit while awaiting the repair is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank.

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1099 forms for property management: Everything you need to know (2024 update)

Buildium

Property managers are required to request a W-9 from and issue a 1099-MISC form to each owner, attorney, and contractor they work with, so long as payments meet or exceed the $600 threshold. You also do not need to file a 1099-NEC form for any maintenance work or other services done by an incorporated business.

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Can a Landlord Let Themselves In? Unlocking the Legalities

American Apartment Owners Association

Maintenance and repairs Landlords are responsible for maintaining the rental property in good condition, ensuring that necessary repairs are made promptly. Here are some common valid reasons for landlord entry: Performing necessary repairs or maintenance on the property. One of the most common issues involves repairs and maintenance.

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