Property Management News

The national on-time rent payments rate continues to show signs of strain for independent landlords, according to the June 2025 Chandan Economics & RentRedi report. The report documented three consecutive months of decline, adding to a gradual but steady erosion in on-time payment performance. “On-time rent payments in independently operated units dropped meaningfully in June 2025 — offering a stark warning about the financial health of renter households in a high-uncertainty economic environment. According to this month’s first estimate, 84.3% of units paid their full rent on time — a decline of 85 basis points (bps) from May. “Additionally, May’s on-time payment rate,... Read more
What’s your favorite part of owning rental properties? I bet we can guess: collecting that rent check. Even better? Collecting rent on time. Although it sounds...
In a ruling that could reshape how landlords approach late rent fees, the Kansas Supreme Court last week upheld a district court’s decision requiring a tenant to pay...
A new industry report on renter delinquency trends paints a starker picture of the multifamily sector in 2025 than was suggested here last month. Produced by J Turner...
In the 10 worst states to be a landlord, it can be tough between taxes, tenants who don’t live up to their lease agreements, maintenance woes, and the cost of...

AAOA is thrilled to introduce its partnership with Synergetic Communication Inc. (“Syncom”) to enhance Debt Collection Recovery Services for our valued members. As a full-service collection agency headquartered in Houston, Texas, Syncom brings over 29 years of industry expertise, holding licenses to operate in all 50 states. Their commitment to compliance, efficiency, and exceptional service ensures clients benefit from reduced operating expenses, increased cash flow, and improved customer experience. Through this collaboration, AAOA has secured a flexible service model to assist in recovering past-due tenant receivables, offering tailored solutions, such as: Rapid (Flat Fee... Read more
The Oregon House has unanimously passed a bill to allow property owners and landlords to evict squatters after giving a 24-hour notice, according to katu.com news. The...
California law makes it illegal for landlords to refuse to rent to people who participate in rental assistance programs like Section 8, but tenant advocates say the...
How long does it take to evict a tenant? The timeline can range from 14 days to several months based on tenant cooperation, court schedules, and state laws. This article...
Crouching on the sidewalk in front of his apartment building in San Francisco’s Tenderloin neighborhood last Monday, Bradford Berger shuffled through legal papers in a...