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Winter is well underway, but it’s never not a good time to assess your building’s cold weather readiness, and to make any needed adjustments or repairs to keep things running smoothly (and warmly!) between now and the spring thaw. If your building is on the older side, smart, proactive winterization is even more important. Here are 10 tips for doing just that. 1. Know Your Heating System Like Family Steam and hot-water systems are old souls. Make sure boilers are serviced early, controls are calibrated, and safety valves actually work. If the boiler coughs, listen — it’s trying to tell you something. 2. Bleed Radiators (Yes, Every One) Air in the system equals cold... Read more
When homeownership and home sales plummeted in 2010 in the wake of the housing market collapse, investors responded by purchasing single-family homes and renting them...
Exploring how innovation is reshaping operations, enhancing resident experiences, and driving sustainability in multifamily housing Technology continues to evolve at an...
After producing 10,000+ walkthrough video tours and photos for apartment communities nationwide, our in-house media team has learned one truth: Preparation makes or...
KEY TAKEAWAYS On-time rental payments in independent landlord properties rose to 83.7% in December 2025, up 73 basis points from November. Year-over-year, on-time...
What if a landlord wants to end the lease early can the lease be broken by the landlord and under what circumstances? A rental contract is normally viewed as ironclad by both the landlord and the tenant. However, there are times when one of the parties may want to end the lease early. What if that party is the landlord? In the United States, landlords are obligated to comply with all federal laws in addition to landlord-tenant laws in the states where their properties are located. Technically, a landlord can break a lease early, but not without good reason. Unless the tenant violates the lease, the landlord’s grounds for early termination must be stipulated and agreed upon within the... Read more
Unlock the hidden tax treasures of VA loan-financed rental properties and supercharge your investment returns! Veterans Affairs (VA) loans are a valuable benefit for...
That extra bedroom in your home was once meant for guests, but for most of the year it sits empty. While it may seem convenient to have a spare room, paying for unused...
The American Dream is changing. In a world where flexibility beats fixation, the wealthy aren’t chasing full ownership — they’re chasing smarter exposure. Key...
The new year doesn’t just bring new gifts and new resolutions. It also brings new laws. State and local lawmakers have a lot on tap for 2026 when it comes to housing...
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