Property Management News

What Insurance Do I Need If I Rent Out My House?

Protecting what’s yours is one of the most important parts of managing a rental property. And if you’ve been asking yourself, “What insurance do I need if I rent out my house?”—you’re thinking like a true business professional. Accidents happen—it’s part of the game, and having the right insurance in place really matters. But here’s the thing: there isn’t just one type of coverage. There are a few, and choosing the right one can feel confusing. Read along to learn what each option covers and how to choose the right insurance for your rental. Main Takeaways What insurance do I need if I rent out my house? Landlord insurance is essential—it covers your property... Read more

As a residential property manager, one of your most important responsibilities is selecting tenants who will pay rent on time and care for your property. That’s where...

California landlords, HOAs, and property managers — are you ready for the upcoming compliance deadlines tied to Senate Bills 721 and 326? Starting January 1, 2025, all...

A major change is coming to New York City’s rental market this week: the end of costly, upfront broker fees for most tenants searching for apartments. A new law...

Property managers are in charge of keeping buildings running smoothly, from managing rent rolls and tenant requests to ensuring appliances, elevators and amenities are...

California Residential Landlords to Be Required...

Changes to California law (specifically, Cal. Civ. Code Section 1950.5(g)-(h)) effective this year will obligate residential landlords to photographically document the condition of rental units at the outset and conclusion of tenancies. Residential landlords desiring to preserve their right to deduct the costs of repairs and cleanings from their tenants’ security deposits must document the condition of a rental unit by taking photographs of the rental unit at the following times: Starting April 1 of this year, photographs must be taken both: (1) after regaining possession from a tenant but before making repairs or cleanings they will deduct from or claim against the tenant’s security... Read more

When renters search for a new place to live, they probably have a checklist of must-haves—and maybe blinds are one of them. But then, it’s time to move in, and...

California’s rental market just changed—AB 2801 is now law. From today forward, every landlord must create and share clear photographic evidence of a unit’s...

Kenneth Mattson, the former CEO of LeFever Mattson, is charged with defrauding approximately 200 investors by selling fake ownership stakes into apartment properties...

There’s a lot that goes into being a successful landlord. One key piece is the service contract. The term might sound a little vague, and you may be wondering: What...