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.

Renters want to see a rental property before making decisions and 30 percent want to see an online tour before contacting property management

Getting The Most Out Of Rental Property Tours

Renters want to see a rental property before making any decisions and 30 percent want to see an online tour before contacting property management. By Kevin Juhasz Prospective residents will examine many aspects of a property...
Multifamily training and compliance are top considerations as many new recruits venture from industries outside of property management

Top Considerations for Multifamily Training and Compliance

Multifamily training and compliance are top considerations as many new recruits venture from industries outside of property management and require more specialized and focused onboarding and training. By Greg Lozinak Multifamily is facing a hiring challenge...
How to attract and retain team members in the multifamily industry as the demand for skilled workers grows.

How to Attract and Retain Team Members Within the Multifamily Industry

How to attract and retain team members in the multifamily industry as the demand for skilled workers grows. By Lauren Bland The multifamily industry is a dynamic yet competitive field and attracting and retaining top talent...
Housing providers should consider three key factors when qualifying tenants when there is evidence of delinquent student loans

The Impact of Student Debt on Qualifying Tenants

As a housing provider, consider three key factors below when it comes to qualifying tenants on a rental application where there is evidence of delinquent student loans. By David Pickron As an investor and housing provider,...
While hoarding disorder is a recognized mental health condition, property managers must navigate legal obligations under the Fair Housing Act

Fair Housing and Hoarding – What You Need To Know

While hoarding disorder is a recognized mental health condition, property managers must navigate legal obligations under the Fair Housing Act. By The Fair Housing Institute Hoarding disorder is a complex mental health condition that can have...
Renters surveyed said they are happy with their property manager, but only 50 percent plan to renew their expiring lease this year

Renters Survey Shows Many Residents Plan To Move

Renters surveyed said they are happy with their property manager, but only 50 percent plan to renew their expiring lease this year, according to AppFolio. The top three reasons that unsatisfied renters are considering moving...
There are risks to multifamily revenue in the current economy so here is a look at those issues and 5 ways mitigate those risks.

5 Ways To Mitigate Risks to Multifamily Revenue

There are risks to multifamily revenue in the current economy so here is a look at those issues and 5 ways mitigate those risks. By Mark Peters It’s critical for owners and operators to prepare and...
Hot summer months can put a strain on rental property maintenance personnel onsite so here are some tips to keep your team safe.

6 Tips for Keeping Maintenance and Onsite Teams Safe in the Summer Heat

Summer heat can put a strain on rental property maintenance personnel onsite so here are some tips to keep your team safe. By Casey Hale Something that isn’t talked about nearly enough in our industry is...
Residents say pet-friendly rentals are hard to find so here are some ideas on how to help during leasing season to attract pet lovers

Leasing Season Is Here, and Pet-Friendly Rentals Can Help You Attract New Residents

Residents say pet-friendly rentals are hard to find so here are some ideas on how to help during leasing season to attract pet lovers to your community. By David Stunja It may be hard to believe,...
Can you ask a prospective tenant to visit their current residence is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank.

Can I Ask Prospective Tenant To Visit Their Current Residence?

Can you ask a prospective tenant to visit their current residence is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and is not offering legal advice. If you have...