Property Management News

The Power of One Phone Question

Let’s talk about the phone. With all the new AI assistants, chatbots, and automated answering strategies, it’s easy to think the traditional phone call is a relic of the past. You might even have let your telephone presentation skills get a little rusty. Let me tell you something: There is nothing more powerful in this industry than an on-site leasing professional in a direct, live conversation with a rental prospect. When that phone rings, it’s not an interruption—it’s a golden opportunity. And there is one critical question you must ask every single phone prospect before they hang up: “By the way, where did you find our telephone number today?” Why... Read more

The Co-Star U.S. Multifamily Momentum Index highlights those markets where apartment conditions are improving most quickly as supply pressures ease and demand...

Hurricane season officially began on June 1, and for property owners and managers across the Gulf Coast and Southeast, preparation should already be underway. While NOAA...

KEY TAKEAWAYS A recent CDC report identifies the hot tub at a short-term rental property as a potential source of Legionnaires’ disease New York investigators...

The national median rent increased by 0.5% in May, and now stands at $1,379. This marks the fourth straight monthly increase, as the market enters the busy summer...

Rental Property Accounting Guide

Key Takeaways Expert insights on rental property accounting guide Actionable strategies you can implement today Real examples and practical advice Rental Property Accounting Guide: Bookkeeping for Landlords in 2026 Most landlords hate bookkeeping. It’s not why you got into real estate. But sloppy accounting costs you money — through missed deductions, audit risk, and bad investment decisions based on numbers you can’t trust. This guide covers everything you need to track, the tools that make it manageable, and the tax strategies that keep more money in your pocket. Why Rental Property Accounting Is Different Rental property bookkeeping isn’t like running... Read more

Key Takeaways Expert insights on when to sell rental property Actionable strategies you can implement today Real examples and practical advice When to Sell Your...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) issued an enforcement memorandum on May 22, 2026,...

Key Takeaways In expensive coastal metros, ownership is out of reach for the majority of families with young children, making renting the default for most...

Regular rental property inspections are one of the most important risk-management tools for landlords and property managers. They help protect the property, reduce...