Tenant Will Not Move Non-Operational Cars Out of Driveway
How do you get a tenant to move non-operational cars blocking your rental property driveway is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and he is not offering...
Pretty Spaces Don’t Meet The Needs Of A Hybrid Workforce
Since home is now a primary work environment for many, the needs of a hybrid workforce are something apartment communities infrastructure needs to consider.
By Shannon Dunnigan
For a while, remote work was treated as a...
Why Regular Rental Property Inspections Are So Important
Regular rental property inspections are one of the most important risk-management tools for landlords and property managers. They help protect the property, reduce liability, improve tenant relations, and preserve long-term asset value.
By Paul Smith
Professional...
Washington’s Housing Policy Momentum Matters for Apartment Owners
By Aaron Kirk Douglas
A new report says the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) housing market reached $21.45 billion in 2026, with Washington emerging as a national leader in ADU policy and permit growth.
The article points...
2026 Pets & Housing Awards Registration Overview
Michelson Found Animals’ Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative is inviting housing professionals, nonprofit leaders, and pet advocates to join the 2026 Pets & Housing Awards virtual presentation on June 10, 2026.
Register at the link below.
The annual...
Hank: How Often Do I Have To Replace Carpet In My Rental?
How often to replace carpet in your rental is a question that comes up frequently and is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and he is not...
Is Oregon’s Housing Crisis ‘Self-Inflicted?’
Commentary as GOP primary candidate for governor discusses multifamily issues and whether Oregon's housing crisis is self-inflicted.
By Aaron Kirk Douglas
With Oregon's Republican gubernatorial primary days away, candidate Chris Dudley sat down with HFO Investment...
A Tenant Poured Grease Down Drain Who Is Responsible?
A tenant poured grease down the kitchen sink so who is responsible for the plumbing repair is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and he is not...
Resident Experience Is Engine For Growth Report Says
Resident experience is key according to a new report from property technology company AppFolio which has released its annual Renter Preferences Report, which surveyed over 3,000 renters across the U.S.
The report shows the top...
How Smarter Pet Management Wins Renters, Protects Income
Smarter pet management keeps renters, protects income with pet-friendly policies and becomes a part of operational strategy in multifamily.
By Kevin Jacobson
Among today’s renter households, pets aren’t optional. According to Zillow’s recent Consumer Housing Trends...