Property Management News
“So… what’s the real rent????” This question is being asked at apartment communities all across the nation, right now. Why? Because a prospect sees the “base rent” listed and assumes that’s the rent. Then, the prospect goes deeper into the process and realizes that it’s the base rent PLUS pest control, landscaping, locker, technology and other assorted fees. And this creates pain. I know there are legitimate reasons operators itemize fees. It helps communities show up in more searches. It gives operators flexibility as costs rise. It protects NOI, and in some markets it helps navigate government regulation. All of that may... Read more
Fannie Mae announced new ADU financing rules. Most investors missed it. The ones who didn’t? Already running numbers on properties they own. The change: Fannie...
By Nate Bernstein, Managing Attorney of LA Real Estate Law Group and Moriah Foreman, summer legal intern at LARELG. What Is Chun v. Del Cid and Why It Matters for Los...
Multi-family real estate provides stronger tax shelters than single-family properties through advanced depreciation schedules and cost segregation feasibility....
Today, well over half of U.S. households—between 66% and 75%—own a pet. Let’s break that down in the context of rental housing. With approximately 44.5 million...
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 space can add up. If it is only occupied a few nights a year, it could be costing more than it contributes. If you own a home with an underused room, renting it out will supplement your monthly income and help pay off your mortgage. In addition, becoming a landlord will develop the necessary skills you will eventually need for running a rental business. However, before you find a renter, be sure to conduct a tenant background check through a reputable tenant screening service like AAOA. Doing so can help you avoid the... Read more
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...
Real estate investors scouring affordable metros in search of bargains they can rent out at a healthy profit margin are reshaping those markets—and small-scale...
When listing a rental property, landlords often face a crucial decision: should the home be rented furnished or unfurnished? Each option offers its own set of...
Landlords have a range of options for renting out their properties, from long-term leases spanning months or years to short-term rentals lasting just days or...
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