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A Portland-based landlord accused of wrongly evicting a Vancouver renter and her ill mother has agreed to pay $725,000 in what tenant attorneys say is Washington’s largest settlement for alleged wrongful eviction. Princeton Property Management and renter Aaron Allen agreed to the deal in June following years of litigation that had broader implications for tenants’ rights. Tenant advocates hope the high price tag will discourage landlords from swift evictions that could be legally dubious. “Wrongful eviction is not a minor matter. It’s a major injustice, and now landlords and their insurers know it can cost them dearly,” Northwest Justice Project attorney John Wolff said in a... Read more
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 above graphic shows eviction filings for sites we track, relative to their historical baseline. Arrows pointing up show sites with above baseline filings; arrows...
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...
Key Takeaways Landlord-tenant laws vary by state, but there is general uniformity in certain areas. Landlords must provide proper notice before entering tenanted...
Discover the hidden costs of tenant turnover and learn strategies to reduce vacancies. Complete breakdown of expenses, time investments, and proven retention tactics for 2026. Key Takeaways Expert insights on tenant turnover cost guide Actionable strategies you can implement today Real examples and practical advice The True Cost of Tenant Turnover: A Complete Guide for Landlords Tenant turnover is one of the most expensive challenges landlords face—yet many property owners dramatically underestimate the true cost. Industry studies show that replacing a tenant typically costs landlords between one and three months of rent, with some turnovers exceeding $5,000 for a single unit. This... Read more
Every residential lease includes an implied warranty of habitability—even if the lease does not expressly mention it. This legal protection serves two core purposes:...
The “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) concept is considered relatively new. But according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, BNPL is an overhaul and rebrand of...
Even New York City’s affordable housing is getting too expensive for many low-income tenants, leading to a spike in eviction filings, a new report...
At the federal level, landlords must comply with several key laws that protect tenants. These mainly address housing discrimination under the Fair Housing Act and...
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