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.

Does a landlord have to pay a commission again to the real estate agent who initially brought him the tenant if the tenant simply renews the lease is the question for Ask Landlord Hank.

Do I Have To Pay Real Estate Agent Again On Lease Renewal?

Does a landlord have to pay a commission again to the real estate agent who initially brought him the tenant if the tenant simply renews the lease is the question for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember...
Should Tenants Leave Power On When They Move Out?

Should Tenants Leave Power On When They Move Out?

This week a landlord asks should tenants leave power on when they move out is the question for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and is not offering legal advice. If you...
The key drivers of a successful multifamily community takeover require infusing your values into each interaction.

Key Drivers of a Successful Multifamily Community Takeover

The key drivers of a successful multifamily community takeover require infusing your values into each interaction. By Lino Frias Starting off on the right foot is pivotal for a successful transition in community management. The takeover...
smart home technology is a good investment for multifamily

Smart Home Technology a Wise Investment in Multifamily

Smart home technology is a wise investment in multifamily but there are several elements to consider and deciding which one is best for your community will likely be based on your demographic. By Linda Coburn  In...
Staying competitive and sticking to the basics in multifamily communities means showing residents how much on-site and property management teams care.

Staying Competitive and Sticking to the Basics in Multifamily

Staying competitive and sticking to the basics in multifamily communities means showing residents how much on-site and property management teams care. By Debbie Willis In today’s market, we continue to see high demand in the multifamily rental...
This week a landlord asks "can I enter my rental property" if the tenant has vacated and the eviction is still pending

Can I Enter My Rental If It Is Vacated And Eviction Pending?

This week a landlord asks "can I enter my rental property" if the tenant has vacated and the eviction is still pending is the question for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney...
This week a landlord asks if he should have to pay for new paint and carpet for a long-term tenant who does not have a lease

Do I Have To Pay For New Paint and Carpet If No Lease In...

This week a landlord asks if he should have to pay for new paint and carpet for a long-term tenant who does not have a lease just because the tenant's daughter asks, is the...
Did you know refusing to talk to a relay operator and provide information is discriminatory and denying access to housing because of a disability and a fair housing issue?

Handling Relay Operators the Fair Housing Way

Did you know refusing to talk to a relay operator and provide information is discriminatory and denying access to housing because of a disability and a fair housing issue? Learn more in this article. By...

How to Navigate Your Career Path in the Multifamily Housing Industry

A career in the multifamily housing industry can be very rewarding so here are 5 ways to manage your career path as your advance in the industry. By Kaycee Kisling The multifamily housing industry is a...
Should a landlord get a copy of the tenant's renters' insurance is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. 

Should We Have a Copy Of Tenant’s Renters’ Insurance?

Should a landlord get a copy of the tenant's renters' insurance is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and is not offering legal advice. If you have...