Management & Maintenance

This department of Rental Housing Journal is your source for property management and maintenance information. Whether you’re an independent landlord, portfolio manager, on-site community manager, leasing agent or apartment maintenance professional, the site is dedicated to bringing tips, best practices and information to help make your job easier and keep you up to date and educated.

Fair housing education goes beyond mere compliance. It represents an investment in your company’s future and property management education

Prioritizing Effective Fair Housing Education in Property Management

Fair housing education in property management goes beyond mere compliance. It represents an investment in your company’s future. By The Fair Housing Institute As we approach the new year, it is crucial for professionals in the...

A Passion For Helping Tenants With Poor Credit Get Apartments And Homes

Bubba Grimsley founded his rent guarantee company because he had a passion to help people and tenants with poor credit get into apartments and homes, while guaranteeing the landlords and property managers get a...
The seasonal slowdown in rents continued last month with the nationwide median rent falling 0.9 percent to $1,340, Apartment List says

Rent Slowdowns Continue into 4th Month

The seasonal slowdown in rents continued last month with the nationwide median rent falling 0.9 percent to $1,340, Apartment List says in their December report. The report says this is the fourth month of rent...
Free rent and parking are examples of concessions that more landlords are offering in some markets to attract tenants, according to Zillow.

Landlords Offering More Rent Concessions than in 2022

Free rent and parking are examples of rent concessions that more landlords are offering in some markets to attract tenants, according to Zillow. More of the site’s rental listings are featuring some sort of concession...
Here are 6 ways to both prevent mold and mildew and how to clean it if you find mold and mildew in your rental.

6 Ways To Deal With The Danger From Mold And Mildew

Here are 6 ways to both prevent mold and mildew and how to clean it if you find mold and mildew in your rental. By Eli Secor When it comes to property cleanliness, mildew and mold...
Should you leave the power or the hot water on in a vacant rental is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. 

Should The Power Be On In a Vacant Rental?

Should you leave the power on in a vacant rental is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and is not offering legal advice. If you have a...
One Of Your Tenants Smells Gas Leak? Here’s What To Do

One Of Your Tenants Smells Gas Leak? Here’s What To Do

A gas leak at your property is an emergency that requires immediate attention and action. This article will focus on what you or your tenants should do if they suspect a gas leak. By Phil...
Digital leasing still requires a human touch and it is essential to find ways to infuse the human element into virtual leasing.

Digital Leasing Requires a Precise Human Touch

Digital leasing still requires a human touch and it is essential to find ways to infuse the human element into virtual leasing. By Kendall Pretzer Digital leasing has revolutionized the way the real estate industry operates. Fading...
Holiday packages can create headaches for property managers so some are turning to other solutions to handle the package volume.

Holiday Package Volume Means Hectic Season for Property Teams

Holiday packages can create headaches for property managers and property teams so some are turning to other solutions to handle the package volume. By Doug Pike The holiday season is known for its hustle and bustle,...
Record freezing temperatures recently can be a challenge for property managers so here are 10 steps to winterize rental property

10 Steps To Winterize Your Rental Property

Record freezing temperatures recently can be a challenge for property managers and tenants so here are 10 steps to winterize your rental property in the maintenance checkup this week provided by Keepe. Dealing with ice,...