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How to Become a Tiny House Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

Before you begin, youll need to find out if you can legally operate a short-term rental in your intended area. 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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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. 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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How to Keep Your Tenants Safe

American Apartment Owners Association

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. What can you do to give tenants that sense of safety when they move into your rental and what are your legal responsibilities to protect them from harm?

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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. The Importance of Occupancy Limits Occupancy limits are established to maintain safety standards and prevent overcrowding in rental units.

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How to Become a Tiny House Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

Before you begin, youll need to find out if you can legally operate a short-term rental in your intended area. 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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Top 5 Mistakes New Landlords Make and How to Avoid Them

Real Property Management Evertrust

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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Can Tenants Get The Boot When Smoking In Apartments?

Rental Choice

Smoking in apartments is a contentious issue that has caused many disputes between landlords and tenants. However, both federal and state laws have something to say about smoking — even in private spaces like rental units. However, tenants do not have a universal right to smoke in their rental units.

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