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Emotional support animals (ESAs) remain one of the most misunderstood areas of fair housing compliance. While property managers and housing providers often encounter resident concerns about animals, the Fair Housing Act sets clear boundaries. When a resident or student has a verified disability and a legitimate need for an ESA, housing providers must make reasonable accommodations. This applies across the board, whether the setting is a college dormitory or a multi-family apartment complex. The biggest misconception many housing providers face is the belief that certain situations justify denying an ESA request. In reality, most of these scenarios are rooted in myths rather than law. Myth... Read more
Skipping or delaying SB 326 inspections can trigger lawsuits, loan denials, insurance cancellations, special assessments, and falling property values. If you manage or...
Once upon a time in multifamily marketing, it was all about the unit. Show the square footage. List the features. Add a few photos. Done. But today? Renters expect...
Roughly 62% of Americans own a pet, according to Pew Research Center. Of those pet owners, nearly all consider their animals part of the family. Yet many landlords still...
If you’re managing rental properties and feel like your leasing efforts are stuck on repeat, you’re not alone. High turnover is costly—not just in dollars but in...
When managing a short-term rental property, understanding what is reasonable wear and tear is critical for maintaining good relationships with guests while protecting your investment. Wear and tear refers to the natural and inevitable deterioration of a property that occurs over time simply from regular use. Distinguishing this from damage caused by neglect or misuse is important for both property owners and renters alike. Understanding What Constitutes Normal Wear and Tear Reasonable and normal wear and tear typically encompasses minor signs of aging or usage that can be expected even when the property is treated carefully. Examples include: Scuff marks on walls from luggage or... Read more
Wondering, “what are rental appraisals?” If you’re a real estate investor, you probably know that an asset’s true value extends beyond its purchase price....
Ethics in property management influence how fair, consistent, and transparent your housing practices appear to residents, staff, and regulators. In property management,...
Homeownership may be a part of the American Dream—but in reality, roughly one in three American households (nearly 36%) lives in rentals, according to a 2020 report by...
A critical gap exists between pet-friendly and pet-inclusive rental housing, according to a new national report from the Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative (PIHI), a...
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