Property Management News
As the holidays approach, property management professionals face the annual challenge of balancing festive spirit with compliance. Communities come alive with lights, decorations, and events, but within this joy lies the responsibility to ensure that everyone feels equally welcome. The Fair Housing Act doesn’t take a holiday, and neither should inclusion. Understanding where celebration meets regulation is crucial for creating a community where every resident can comfortably embrace the season. Where Fair Housing Meets Holiday Cheer Fair Housing laws protect individuals from discrimination based on several factors, including religion. This protection extends to how properties display,... Read more
Apartment rents slipped for the first time since the Great Recession, signaling a cooling market driven by oversupply. Developers are pulling back—but economists warn...
How hiring the wrong team—or ignoring routine care—can drain your profits. Maintaining a multifamily property isn’t just about patching drywall or cleaning between...
Deciding between a long-term and short-term lease agreement is one of the most important choices a landlord can make. Each option comes with its own benefits,...
Tenant renewals have quietly emerged as one of multifamily’s most powerful stabilizers this year, cushioning property income from the weaker pulse of new leasing....
When you begin to explore real estate investing, you will encounter a lot of new terms and formulas. Among the most important of these is the capitalization rate, or “cap rate.” This simple metric is a powerful tool for quickly assessing the potential return and risk of a commercial real estate property. Understanding what cap rates are, how they work, and what influences them is fundamental to making sound investment decisions. This guide will demystify the cap rate for you. We will break down its components, show you how to calculate it, and explain its significance in evaluating investment opportunities. Whether you are just starting or have years of experience, a solid grasp of... Read more
When you purchase a duplex, triplex, or other investment, there is a crucial question you need to answer: “Should I live on the property?” If this is your...
After more than two years of discussion and debate, the Los Angeles City Council voted Wednesday to significantly lower annual rent increases in most of the city’s...
KEY TAKEAWAYS In some Atlanta apartment buildings, landlords say as many as 50% of rental applications are fraudulent. Nearly three-quarters of US apartment operators...
Owning a rental property isn’t just about collecting rent, it’s about protecting a valuable asset. A landlord property inspection gives you the chance to catch...
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