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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

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. 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.

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How to Invest in Real Estate: Guide for Beginners

American Apartment Owners Association

You have probably heard at some point that real estate is a great investment or real estate is the best way to earn additional income. While its great to know that real estate is a good investment, its even better to know how to actually invest in it. How do you invest in real estate?

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How to Invest in Real Estate: Guide for Beginners

American Apartment Owners Association

You have probably heard at some point that real estate is a great investment or real estate is the best way to earn additional income. While its great to know that real estate is a good investment, its even better to know how to actually invest in it. How do you invest in real estate?

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How to Keep Your Tenants Safe

American Apartment Owners Association

Legal responsibilities of a landlord Warranty of Habitability: Every lease or rental agreement includes an implied warranty of habitability, which means the premises are suitable for human occupancy. Suspicious Activity: Most leases have a provision banning illicit actions inside rental units.

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Rent Control 101: Understanding the Basics

American Apartment Owners Association

As a landlord or property manager, rent control may not be the most positive term in the real estate industry. Rent control vs. rent stabilization Rent control and rent stabilization are often used interchangeably in real estate. there are rent control laws that affect some rental units.

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

Appfolio

Failure to comply with these new changes can result in a possible lawsuit, so it’s important to stay up to date on all rental requirements. Be sure to check federal and state resources online or consult an attorney if you’re unsure about what needs to be updated. During Leasing Season. Stay on Top of Pricing.

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Why and How to Evict a Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

in a rental unit. Violating community health and safety standards: Letting a rental property get so dirty it attracts rodents or insects, which may make other tenants feel unsafe. All types of rental property owners welcome JOIN AAOA TODAY! Financial documents, like rent roll and bank statements.

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