Opportunities for Property Managers in Renters’ Evolving Preferences

Landlords typically have very mixed opinions about whether to allow tenants to have pets in their rental units. There are some good reasons for designating pet-friendly housing: It allows a broader pool of rental applicants and may result...

“Tenants are responsible for the cost of all damages/repairs to windows, screens, doors, carpet, and walls, regardless of whether such damage is caused by residents, guests, or others.” At the outset, this seems like very standard lease language....

A Property Manager’s Guide to Social Media Social media is a powerful tool—but is it really useful for property managers? In a word: yes. Even a modest social media presence can help you build your brand, find new...

Looking to gain new skills to grow your business, stay plugged into current issues, and meet other professionals in your industry? Here are 5 property management conferences that we recommend attending, all taking place in the next 3...

From time to time, property managers get an offer to manage a resort-type property, such as a home on the beach or near a major tourist attraction. Many management firms have been very successful at managing these properties....

When you ask most landlords why they decided to buy rental property, most will talk about the cash flow that their real estate generates each month. However, the tax advantages of owning real estate often fall under the...

Social media for property managers: Is it a confusing waste of time–or an essential business tool? The fact is that 97% of online adults visited a social media network in the last year. This means that social media has enormous power...

Last year, we posted “Squatters’ Rights in New York City,” an article that looked at how difficult it is to evict squatters camping out in NYC apartments. However, urban landlords aren’t the only ones facing this issue. It seems...