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Occupancy Limits and Fair Housing Compliance: Navigating Enforcement and Accommodation Requests

American Apartment Owners Association

Enforcing occupancy limits is essential for ensuring safety compliance, as overcrowded units can pose significant risks, including increased fire hazards, restricted emergency access, and excessive strain on the property’s infrastructure. But what does enforcing these types of limits ensure for properties?

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Understanding Tenant Rights and Responsibilities: A Guide for Property Managers

American Apartment Owners Association

This information promotes amicable relationships and reduces the likelihood of legal conflicts. However, this isn’t always the case; emergencies, scheduled maintenance visits, and regulatory inspections should all be planned after the renter has been adequately informed. Lawrina is an excellent legal resource.

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Understanding a Rent Increase Notice and the Importance of Compliance

American Apartment Owners Association

A rent increase is a consistent responsibility for every landlord, but there are reasons beyond rent regulations and compliance to understand the process and reasons behind it. Keep reading and explore our guide to rent increase notices, compliance and more. Ready to get started? What causes rent to increase?

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Minimizing Investment Risks in Multifamily Real Estate

American Apartment Owners Association

Implementproactive maintenancestrategies and legal compliance measures to control costs and legal liabilities. Analyze rental market trends for informed decisions. Ensure legal compliance to mitigate risks. Another important element of due diligence is evaluating theproperty’s maintenance and legal compliance.

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The FTC Lawsuit Against Invitation Homes: What It Means for Property Managers

BetterWho

Property managers should ensure that all fees are transparently communicated to prospective tenants upfront—before lease agreements or application fees are signed. Property managers should go beyond merely listing fees in lease agreements.

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How to Handle Common Lease Violations

Beach Front Property Management

Authorized Pets and Occupants : Lease agreements usually specify the number of occupants allowed and whether pets are permitted. Lease agreements often include quiet hours, and observing these helps prevent neighbor complaints. Any discriminatory actions violate lease terms and carry legal repercussions.

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Dealing with Difficult Tenants: When and How to Enforce Eviction Procedures

Real Property Management Evertrust

Unclear Lease Terms Another rookie mistake is not having a solid, legally binding lease agreement that clearly outlines tenant expectations, rent payment dates, and consequences for non-compliance. Resolution Tip: Have a lawyer review your lease agreement to ensure it complies with state and local laws.

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