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Preventing Fair Housing Violations: A Proactive Approach to Stopping Harassment Before It Starts

American Apartment Owners Association

Illegal harassment by employees or contractors can lead to fair housing complaints, legal consequences, and damage to a companys reputation. Education and Training: The First Line of Defense One of the biggest mistakes a housing provider can make is assuming that fair housing compliance is “common sense.”

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Preventing Fair Housing Violations: A Proactive Approach to Stopping Harassment Before It Starts

American Apartment Owners Association

Illegal harassment by employees or contractors can lead to fair housing complaints, legal consequences, and damage to a companys reputation. Education and Training: The First Line of Defense One of the biggest mistakes a housing provider can make is assuming that fair housing compliance is “common sense.”

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A Proactive Approach to Stopping Harassment Before It Starts

Rental Housing Journal

Illegal harassment by employees or contractors can lead to fair housing complaints, legal consequences, and damage to a companys reputation. Education and Training: The First Line of Defense One of the biggest mistakes a housing provider can make is assuming that fair housing compliance is “common sense.”

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Is Real Estate Investment Trusts a Good Career Path?

American Apartment Owners Association

Treasuries Earn at least 75% of gross income from real estate-related sources Be managed by a board of directors or trustees Education Needed to Work in REITs While its possible to break into this field through experience, most professionals hold at least a bachelors degree in finance, real estate, business, or economics.

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How to Obtain “Real Estate Professional Status”: A Major Tax-Saving Opportunity

American Apartment Owners Association

These hours can include managing properties, overseeing repairs, leasing units, and other hands-on tasks related to your real estate activities. For example, education, investor hours, and certain travel time are excluded. Both of these criteria must be met, and the IRS requires solid documentation to back up your claim.

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Top 5 Mistakes New Landlords Make and How to Avoid Them

Real Property Management Evertrust

Pro Tip: Build a relationship with reliable contractors early on, so you’re not scrambling to find someone when repairs are needed. This can lead to tenants pushing boundaries—whether it’s paying rent late, violating the lease terms, or making unreasonable maintenance requests. It’s important to be firm but fair.

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What are the Seven Most Important Qualities that Property Owners look for when it comes to Hiring a Property Managers?

Esquire Property Management Group

The proactive marketing of properties and the negotiation of lease renewals are two things that can help reduce vacancy rates. Make Use of Reliable Vendors: Engage in business with contractors who are dependable and economical.