Property Management News
When property management professionals hear the word “accessibility,” they often think about the physical features of a community. They picture accessible parking spaces, curb cuts, ramps, elevators, wider doorways, grab bars, and other features that help people with disabilities navigate a property. While those physical elements are important, accessibility does not begin at the front entrance of an apartment community. For many prospective residents, it begins online. A property management website is often the first place someone goes to learn about a community, explore available homes, schedule a tour, or begin an application. Current residents may also rely on that website or a... Read more
Best budgeting apps for landlords start with a personal finance tool that keeps day-to-day spending under control, then add a property-specific platform once per-unit...
Evicting a resident is always a stressful operational hurdle, but when that resident has a disability, the professional stakes go through the roof. Property managers...
The moment a property manager issues a denial letter, the professional relationship enters a high-stakes phase. While automated screening tools provide a necessary first...
The short answer is yes — but not in the way most landlords think. Window cleaning does not add a fixed dollar amount to an appraisal. What it does is remove a visible...
In property management, first impressions are often discussed in terms of curb appeal, amenities, or the professionalism of a leasing agent. However, one of the most overlooked elements of that first interaction is also one of the most important: the guest card. Long before a prospect submits an application or signs a lease, the way their initial visit is handled establishes the standard for everything that follows. A guest card is not simply an administrative formality. It is the first indication that a property operates with structure, consistency, and professionalism. When every prospect is asked to complete the same process, it communicates that the community values fairness and... Read more
When Aron Sotnikoff got a letter from an attorney seeking a payout for an apartment tenant who slipped and fell in standing water at one of his firm’s...
In property management, it’s tempting to lean on zero-tolerance screening policies. They’re fast, efficient, and feel like a safe bet against discrimination claims....
The natural instinct for any good property manager is to double-check everything. You have a duty to protect the property and follow the rules fairly for everyone on...
By Nate Bernstein, Managing Attorney of LA Real Estate Law Group and Moriah Foreman, summer legal intern at LARELG. What Is Chun v. Del Cid and Why It Matters for Los...
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