American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Small homes = big profits Leasing tiny homes is one of the latest trends in the rental business. On average, the units have been rented out within 30 days and there have been minimal concerns from existing tenants. Some areas may regulate ADUs or require specific foundation types. Can tenants have parties or pets?

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Oftentimes, landlords exclude them because of how much tenants’ usage amounts can vary, or because of provider-specific agreements. Heres what youll likely need to budget for: Electricity This is almost always the tenants responsibility since each household’s usage looks different from one another.

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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. Who is responsible for this task – you or your tenant?  Yet, for single-family rental homes, many owners and landlords can delegate the task of snow removal to the tenant.

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Residential rental property landlords have a lot to gain from these advanced tools, from easier tenant management to more accurate, less time-consuming accounting. Manual tracking of rent payments, maintenance requests, and tenant communications can be time-consuming and prone to errors. This helps you spot and fix issues quickly.

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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. If you provided or if the tenants had space heaters and could remain comfortable that way then I wouldn’t do anything, unless they complain or ask, and then I would consider their request.

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Appfolio

JULY 13, 2020

In the residential leasing world, May through September are known as leasing season—with July and August typically seeing the most volume. To make the most of leasing season, property managers, leasing teams, and marketing managers need to be ready for increased demand and commit resources to encourage lease renewals.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 19, 2025

In other words, the tenant could pay a prorated rent, an amount that reflects the number of days you’ve lived in the rental. Experienced property management companies in Baltimore and elsewhere offer this as an option when tenants move in/out midway through the month. Furthermore, it can foster tenant loyalty.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In the meantime, your tenant’s renter’s insurance can help cover the costs. That said, if the tenant or a guest did something to cause the accident, then that could be a whole different story. On the other hand, if the problem is on the tenant, renters insurance can help cover their costs.

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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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BetterWho

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The primary goal is to increase efficiency, reduce operational costs, and improve tenant satisfaction. LetHub LetHub offers AI-powered leasing tools that automate tenant screening and lead management. For property management companies, integrating AI can lead to more streamlined operations and a competitive edge in the market.

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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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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 28, 2025

As a tenant, its natural to want some privacy and peace of mind in your home. So, naturally, as a tenant, you may wonder: can I refuse a landlord inspection? Whether you are complying with the lease agreement. When Tenants Can Refuse Inspections So, can you refuse a landlord inspection? Any maintenance your rental needs.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

According to our Philadelphia property managers, if your landlord has provided you with a refrigerator, it’s their responsibility to replace it unless your lease states otherwise. Some of the biggest things to consider are: Lease Agreement Terms If your appliance has stopped working, your first step is to see your lease.

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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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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? It is best to familiarize yourself with the rights and responsibilities that fall under you the tenant. At the same time, you want to dive into specific regulations that can vary based on your location.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Read on to learn more about pet deposits, why you might not get your refund, and your rights as a tenant. ” After all, when tenants have pets, they come with the chance of scratches, stains, or other damages that go beyond normal wear and tear. Once the dust settles and your lease has finished, are pet deposits refundable?

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American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

These factors can affect a propertys value and its appeal to tenants. That means that if one tenant moves out, you will still receive income from the other tenants. Analyze the neighborhoods growth potential, property valuations, rental demand, crime rate and school district ratings as well as future development plans.

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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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Rental Choice

AUGUST 6, 2024

Smoking in apartments is a contentious issue that has caused many disputes between landlords and tenants. Smoking in Apartments and Tenants’ Rights Can I smoke in my apartment? Smoking in Apartments and Tenants’ Rights Can I smoke in my apartment? Using it even privately may expose tenants to federal offense charges.

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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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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. Just as you are placing your faith in a new tenant to pay their rent on time and respect your property, they are placing their trust in you that you will keep them safe while providing them with a habitable home.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 20, 2025

Since each unit has separate utilities, tenants are only responsible for paying for their own usage. So, you can get more square footage, and more tenants to rent from, for a potentially lower price. Know Your State’s Laws and Regulations Surrounding Housing. This way, your tenants stay happy, and you stay profitable.

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American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 16, 2024

A landlord cannot let themselves into a tenants property without prior notice, except in emergencies. Generally, landlords must provide at least 24 hours notice before entering, respecting tenants privacy and adhering to specific state laws regarding entry reasons and times. Privacy Both landlords and tenants have the right to privacy.

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Buildium

JANUARY 30, 2025

How Does Single Family Property Management Software Help Your Business Single family property managers often have to deal with a variety of properties, each with their own location, types of tenants, maintenance needs, and other unique features. Its designed to automate and simplify all the tasks involved in managing rental properties.

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Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 25, 2025

If tenants leave damage in your rental and then want their deposit back what should we do is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Dear Landlord Hank, We have a rental house and the tenants gave 30-day notice. ” How Can I Monitor Tenant Smoking In My No-Smoking Rental? Visit his website: [link].

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American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

In the long run, accepting a deceitful tenant can cause you a great deal of grief and money. A comprehensive rental application can protect you from undesirable tenants and future problems, such as evictions and damage to your investment property. All applicants over the age of 18 must be on the lease and should be screened.

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American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In property management, it is essential to be thoroughly aware of tenants’ rights and obligations. Fundamentals of Tenant’s Rights An essential tenant-right is privacy. Fundamentals of Tenant’s Rights An essential tenant-right is privacy. reducingthe chances of legal disputes or penalties.

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Real Property Management Evertrust

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Becoming a landlord is often seen as a great investment opportunity, but managing tenants , especially difficult ones, can quickly turn your dream into a nightmare. For new landlords, navigating tenant conflicts and understanding when and how to enforce eviction procedures can be especially tricky. Common Mistakes New Landlords Make 1.

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Beach Front Property Management

SEPTEMBER 19, 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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Real Property Management Chicago

JUNE 18, 2021

To define the term “unlawful detainer”, it is a tenant who continues to live in a rental property even after having no legal right to do so. But evicting a tenant because of unlawful detainer requires a court case and, in some cases, a jury trial. Example 1: The tenant refuses to leave after the lease ends.

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Beach Front Property Management

MARCH 26, 2025

Legal Issues Lease violations, lawsuits, and regulatory compliance challenges can pose serious risks for property managers. Effective Crisis Management Strategies Effective crisis management strategies help property managers respond swiftly to unexpected challenges, minimizing damage and maintaining tenant trust.

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Real Property Management Chicago

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Part of doing so is guaranteeing certain consequences for violating specific terms in your lease. One way to encourage renters to maintain their lease agreement is to issue fines for violations. But then fines and penalties also need to be specifically detailed in your lease agreement before you can charge them.

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Buildium

JANUARY 10, 2025

Managing multifamily properties comes with its own set of challenges, from dealing with multiple leases for the same property and maintaining different types of units and common areas, to managing frequent tenant turnover and tenant relationships within a property. All these factors add complexity to the job.

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Ever wondered about the difference between squatters and tenants? Defining Squatters’ Rights vs Tenants’ Rights Whether you’re a property owner, tenant, or simply interested in property law it’s good you understand these distinctions between squatters rights and tenants rights.

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Ever wondered about the difference between squatters and tenants? Defining Squatters’ Rights vs Tenants’ Rights Whether you’re a property owner, tenant, or simply interested in property law it’s good you understand these distinctions between squatters rights and tenants rights.

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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. Safety Tips for Tenants 1. Dispose of them promptly and according to local regulations.

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