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Occupancy Limits and Fair Housing Compliance

American Apartment Owners Association

As the demand for housing continues to rise, property managers face the dual responsibility of maintaining occupancy standards and adhering to fair housing regulations. While occupancy limits are essential for these reasons, property managers must enforce them in a manner that also aligns with federal fair housing laws.

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A New Year Reminder: Strengthening Policies, Procedures, and Written Communication in Property Management

American Apartment Owners Association

As the new year begins, property management professionals have the opportunity to reflect on foundational practices that ensure both compliance and operational excellence. For property management companies of all sizes, the creation of a basic fair housing policy is non-negotiable.

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Understanding Tenant Rights and Responsibilities: A Guide for Property Managers

American Apartment Owners Association

In property management, it is essential to be thoroughly aware of tenants’ rights and obligations. Let’s examine the specifics of these rights and obligations to assist property managers in better and more effectively navigating this complex environment. Lawrina is an excellent legal resource.

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

American Apartment Owners Association

As the demand for housing continues to rise, property managers face the dual responsibility of maintaining occupancy standards and adhering to fair housing regulations. While occupancy limits are essential for these reasons, property managers must enforce them in a manner that also aligns with federal fair housing laws.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets.

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Managing a Large or Dispersed Leasing Team: Essential Strategies for Peak Season Success

Appfolio

As teams gear up for a busy leasing season, revisiting core areas such as training, staffing models, cross-selling, response times, and compliance provides a roadmap for success. Read on for tips to ensure your team is ready to make the most of leasing season.

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Understanding a Rent Increase Notice and the Importance of Compliance

American Apartment Owners Association

Part of being a rental property owner or manager is understanding the local and state rent increase laws. 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. What causes rent to increase?