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In recent years, multifamily property owners have faced a rising number of lawsuits from “serial plaintiffs” or “testers” alleging noncompliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Housing Act (FHA) regulations. These legal challenges can impose substantial financial burdens on multifamily owners, encompassing not only costs associated with rectifying legitimate violations, but also the cost to defend a lawsuit and potentially pay fines, damages and the plaintiff’s legal fees. The ADA and the FHA are landmark pieces of legislation that prohibit discrimination based on disability. While both laws aim to ensure equal access and opportunity for people with... Read more
If you own a condo, or sit on your HOA’s board, you probably budget for repairs, reserves, and the occasional assessment. But thanks to California’s SB 326 balcony...
Hurricane season is officially underway, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an above-normal season. Hurricane season runs from...
It is a landlord’s legal responsibility to keep their properties habitable. If they do not do so, their tenants will not be happy and the property owner can end up in...
While some graffiti certainly qualifies as art, with many considering it a legitimate form of creative self-expression, its lesser variations—tagging, acid, markers,...
The lease is ending, and it’s time for both landlord and tenant to assess the space, checking for damage, worn-out features, and anything that might affect the security deposit. Then come the blinds. A few bent slats. Maybe some frayed cords. Or, possibly, one’s not working at all. Finally, suddenly, the question pops up: Are broken blinds normal wear and tear, or is that something tenants have to pay for? It’s a small detail that can cause a lot of back and forth. So, in this guide, we’re breaking down what landlords and renters need to know—what counts as wear, what counts as damage, and how to avoid the stress altogether. Read below to learn more. Main Takeaways Normal wear... Read more
Unit turnovers are a reality of rental property ownership—but that doesn’t mean they have to blow your budget. Whether you’re managing a single rental or a growing...
Furnishing a rental unit is one of those behind-the-scenes tasks that can quietly make—or—break your tenant’s first impression. For landlords in Baltimore, the big...
Between heat waves and drought conditions at your rental property, there is a lot to think about beyond the traditional summer maintenance plans. If your properties...
Vacancy is more than just an inconvenience—it’s one of the biggest drains on your rental income. Every day a rental property sits empty, you’re losing money,...
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