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.

Some landlords are changing how they set multifamily rents as a result of the U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit against RealPage

Some Landlords Changing How They Set Rents

Some landlords are changing how they set multifamily rents as a result of the U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit against RealPage alleging price-fixing on rents by landlords. At the Bisnow Southeast Summit in Atlanta, Kenneth...
The rental market is tightening up even more as rising lease-renewal rates and 94% occupancy has made the rental market tighter than ever,

Rental Market Tightens Up Even More

Rising lease-renewal rates and 94% occupancy has made the rental market tighter than ever, according to RentCafe. “Those hoping for a smoother renting journey in 2024 may need to adjust their expectations,” the latest rental competitive report says....
Is smoking considered a disability or is nicotine addiction considered a disability under under fair housing act rules

Is Smoking Considered A Disability Under Fair Housing?

Smoking and housing policies often intersect in ways that raise questions about resident rights and property management responsibilities. One common point of confusion is whether smoking or nicotine addiction qualifies as a disability under...
Dealing with aggressive or abusive tenants and residents is the single biggest challenge facing property managers in 2024 NAA study says

Aggressive, Abusive Tenants Big Challenge for Property Managers

The single biggest challenge facing property managers in 2024 is dealing with aggressive or abusive tenants and residents, according to a new study from the National Apartment Association (NAA). The “Voice of the Property Manager”...
What is the best software for rental property management is the question this week for Landlord Hank from a landlord with 51 properties

What Is the Best Software for Rental Property Management?

What is the best software for rental property management is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and is not offering legal advice - always check your...
What is decent monthly cash flow for an investment rental property to determine if it is the right buy for a real estate investor?

What Is Decent Monthly Cash Flow for A Rental Property?

What is decent monthly cash for for a rental property for a real estate investor is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and cannot offer legal...
Four senses you should use after tenant move out such as smells, to ensure that you don’t miss something on inspection

4 Senses You Should Use To Inspect After Tenant Move Out

When it comes time to perform a move-out inspection, it’s critical to engage your four senses, especially smells, to ensure that you don’t miss something that could end up costing you thousands down the...
Tenants with a kiddie pool or a backyard trampoline can present liability issues for landlords so that is the question for Landlord Hank.

How Do I Get a Tenant to Remove Backyard Trampoline?

Tenants with a kiddie pool or a backyard trampoline can present liability issues for landlords. In this week’s Ask Landlord Hank question he discusses the issue of what to do about tenant with a...
As the 2026 leasing season continues, property managers and independent landlords should review lease documents and operating procedures

Can I Adjust the Rent if A New Tenant Is Added To The Lease?

Adding a new tenant to a lease is a question that comes up from time to time. In this week’s Ask Landlord Hank question he discusses the issue or adjusting the rent and the...
Here are 8 reasons to use property management software for maintenance requests to improve communication between landlords and tenants.

8 Reasons To Manage Rental Maintenance Requests With Software

Here are 8 reasons to manage rental maintenance requests with property management software to improve communication between landlords and tenants. By Eli Secor One of the most stressful parts of being a landlord is getting a...