Rental Housing Journal

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

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. Sincerely, Hank Rossi Editor’s note: Check your local and state regulations on issues such as this as it varies across the country. He provides answers each week to landlords.

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Beach Front Property Management

MARCH 12, 2025

Californias real estate landscape is changing with new laws taking effect in 2025, impacting landlords, developers, property owners, and investors. These legislative updates cover resident protections, rent control, property safety, zoning changes, tax regulations, short-term rental restrictions, and corporate ownership rules.

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Real Estate Single-Family Home Compliance Regulation 147

MRI Software

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Lease audits play a crucial role in ensuring accuracy and efficiency in multifamily property management. They help landlords uncover discrepancies, verify compliance with lease terms, and maintain better financial control over their property. What is the purpose of lease audits?

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 19, 2025

In simplest terms, prorated rent generally refers to a rent amount the landlord adjusts according to how many days you’ve lived in an apartment. Some local laws require landlords to follow their regulations around prorated rent. However, landlords may also offer it by choice, for their own reasons.

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Real Property Management Evertrust

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The regulations regarding snow removal for rental property owners are quite extensive and even intricate. Yet, for single-family rental homes, many owners and landlords can delegate the task of snow removal to the tenant. Lease Documents Most single-family rental property owners require their tenants to handle snow removal.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 29, 2025

Main Takeaways To know if utilities are included in the rent, your answer is simple: look at your lease (and local laws). How to Verify If Utilities Are Included in Rent on Your Lease To verify if utilities are included in your rent, there’s one definitive place you should look: your lease.

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American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

As the demand for housing continues to rise, property managers face the dual responsibility of maintaining occupancy standards and adhering to fair housing regulations. Need a Lease Agreement? Access 150+ state-specific legal landlord forms, including a lease. Can Occupancy Limits Be Enforced?

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American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

Youll need to attract and retain quality tenants, establish rent collection processes, conduct regular maintenance and repairs and ensure compliance with local regulations. Take out landlord insurance A landlord insurance policy is meant to protect you as an investment property owner while safeguarding your rental properties.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

As a landlord, you need to be prepared. Thats why, as a landlord, its a best practice to encourage your tenants to have insurance. Prepare for possible legal action If the injury is serious, the person may take legal action, especially if they believe the landlord was at fault. Having a paper trail can protect you.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Thats why landlords often ask for pet depositsto protect their property in the event Fido goes a little too far. Pet deposits are basically a landlord’s safety net, a form of informal “insurance.” Once the dust settles and your lease has finished, are pet deposits refundable? But are pet deposits refundable?

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American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. 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.

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Esquire Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Triple net NNN leases seem to be all the rage for real estate investors. Real estate investors exhibit significant interest in triple net leases for several reasons. The reality is clear: triple net leases are seldom as unequivocal as they first seem. What is a Triple Net Lease and Why are they Desirable?

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Bay Property Management Group

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

There are all kinds of reasons why someone would need to break their lease. How can you break your lease without penalty? At the same time, you want to dive into specific regulations that can vary based on your location. Of course, if you live in another state, it is important to investigate the regulations in that area.

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Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Are you thinking of ending your lease contract early? Can you cancel a lease without facing unexpected costs? While canceling a lease can lead to challenges, the proper steps and guidance can help you navigate the process with minimal hassle. What Does It Mean to Cancel a Lease?

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

They both come from leasing; a lease agreement where one person lets another use their property in exchange for payment. For instance, if a landlord rents out an apartment, they’re a lessor making a rental agreement with a tenant (lessee). It describes someone who leases out a property or asset to someone else.

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American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 9, 2024

In property management, landlords often face the challenge of managing difficult tenants who refuse to leave. Each tenant situation is unique, and exploring strategies that have worked for other landlords can provide valuable insights. Offering to help make their move easier boosts the likelihood of agreeing to a shorter lease term.

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Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Are you a rental property owner stuck in the classic debate: landlord vs property manager ? In this guide, well break it all down, from the perks of being an independent landlord to the convenience of hiring a property manager, so you can confidently choose the right path for your rental business. What Is a Landlord?

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

That’s why some landlords bundle certain utilities with the rent. In most cases, landlords who include utilities in the rent will clearly mention so in their listing with phrases like utilities included. Since its a fixed service local municipalities provide, landlords usually incorporate it into rent payments.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 12, 2025

Rental arbitrage is a business approach where individuals get long-term rental leases and then sublet the rental to others for short-term intervals. The process involves: Securing a Lease Agreement: As we stated before, tenants start the rental arbitration process by signing a long-term lease. What Is Rental Arbitrage?

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American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Small homes = big profits Leasing tiny homes is one of the latest trends in the rental business. Some areas may regulate ADUs or require specific foundation types. It is highly recommended that you hire a builder who is also familiar with the tiny home laws and regulations for the county in which you will be developing.

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Rental Choice

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Rent collection on holidays can be troublesome for many landlords, as they face many challenges in collecting them on time. Since these days are usually the busiest in the year, it may impact the priorities of both landlords and tenants, causing delays in handling holiday rent. What Can Landlords Do?

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American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

A Seattle landlord has sued the City of Seattle alleging a number of laws passed in the name of tenant protections in the last few years have financially strapped his affordable housing units, according to the Seattle Times. Source: Rental Housing Journal The post Seattle Landlord Sues The City Over Tenant Rules appeared first on AAOA.

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MRI Software

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

From tenant screening and legal compliance to property maintenance, the demands on landlords can quickly pile up and become overwhelming. Residential management services focus on professionally overseeing rental properties to ease the landlords responsibilities. Managing rental properties can often feel like a full-time job.

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American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

As a careful landlord, you want to know as much as possible about anyone seeking to rent your property in order to avoid renting to the wrong person. It will help landlords and property managers make informed decisions about who to rent to. Please note that local, state, and federal regulations determine what you can and cannot ask.

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American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Landlords and property managers must follow this rule to avoid making unnecessary or excessive admissions into the rented space. Despite these rights, property managers may legally need to initiate eviction proceedings if a tenant continually violates their lease agreement. They must do so impartially and by the lease conditions.

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RL Property Management

MARCH 20, 2025

Traditional Property Management Pricing Most property management companies charge at least two types of fees: a leasing fee and a monthly management fee. The leasing fee is usually 50-100% of the first months rent , which means property owners pay hundredsif not thousandsupfront just to get a resident in place.

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Real Property Management Evertrust

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Becoming a landlord can be a great investment, but it’s not without its challenges. New landlords often face a steep learning curve, especially when it comes to managing tenants, maintaining property, and navigating legal requirements. Here are the top five mistakes new landlords make—and how you can avoid them.

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Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 2, 2024

If you have an unresponsive landlord who’s not responding to your complaints, you have tools you can use to solve this challenge. Read below to learn when your landlord is liable for repairs, what you can do to keep them accountable, and more. How Long Can a Landlord Ignore You? When Does an Unresponsive Landlord Break the Law?

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American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The big question for landlords is no longer whether or not to use AI, but HOW to use it. At Revela, we are using AI to help landlords and property managers streamline their day-to-day operations and make smarter decisions. The easiest way to implement AI is to partner with a platform that is already doing so.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 20, 2025

Know Your State’s Laws and Regulations Surrounding Housing. Each state and locality have its own set of laws and regulations. So, familiarize yourself with security deposits, the Fair Housing Act, eviction procedures, zoning regulations, tenant rights, and other legal staples. The post What is a Duplex?:

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Rental Choice

JUNE 13, 2024

A landlord’s primary responsibility is to ensure their rental property remains safe, comfortable, and appealing to tenants. Here are the most important parts of summer maintenance for landlords. Here are the most important parts of summer maintenance for landlords. Plant native plants that are more resistant to pests.

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Authority Property Management

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Ensure a joyful and safe holiday season with essential tips for tenants and landlords. The holiday season brings joy, celebration, and togetherness, but it also introduces unique safety concerns for tenants and landlords alike. Dispose of them promptly and according to local regulations. Safety Tips for Landlords 1.

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Rental Choice

AUGUST 6, 2024

Smoking in apartments is a contentious issue that has caused many disputes between landlords and tenants. In addition, landlords may prohibit smoking under the rental agreement and an apartment smoker will face consequences should they ever break the rules. Federal Law The federal government regulates both tobacco and marijuana.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 20, 2025

They offer a simpler way to invest in real estate, promising steady income and long-term growth without the hassle of being a landlord. Its like owning a piece of real estate without being a landlord. Its like having a foot in both worlds: landlord and lender. Thats where REITs come in. But are REITs a good investment?

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Real Estate Rental Income Finance Property Management 130

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. 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.

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Rental Housing Journal

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The city council has been active the past few years in passing tenant protections such as caps on move-in fees, first qualified applicant rules, eviction rules, lease renewals and tenant screening rules. Sign Up For Our Weekly Newsletter And Get Rental Property And Apartment News And Helpful, Useful Content Each Week.

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Bay Property Management Group

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Eviction can be a complicated and often stressful process, both for landlords and tenants. Legal Steps Are Essential for a Fair Process – Key stages like issuing notices, court summons, and hearings must follow state regulations to remain valid. If youve found yourself asking, “How long does eviction take?”

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