Whether you're a first-time landlord or a newly minted member of a homeowners' association, it's tempting to default to using a standard lease agreement. Most...

The garage tends to be a place where junk gathers dust. However, if you're a landlord: Have you thought about converting this underutilized space into...

When a tenant goes to jail, their landlord ends up in a sticky situation. Many landlords make the mistake of promptly changing the locks on...

These days, landlords and property managers are often content to assess a potential tenant based only on the renter's credit score and income. However, just...

I own a small, 10-unit apartment building. I suspect that at least one of my tenants is involved in dealing drugs. I don't want them...

Hurricane season begins in June and ends in November each year, with the hot months of August and September representing the peak of the season....

Last month in Collier County, Florida, residents of three communities woke up to the news that their rent checks had been stolen. Two men had...

Every HOA board is comprised of members with a variety of different personalities and backgrounds. It's this diversity that enables them to represent an equally...

In today's market, a property manager can have all of the industry knowledge and technical skills in the world, but they'll still fall behind competitors...

Have you been struggling to fill a vacancy? Whether the unit has been open a while or it's during a rental off-season, here are seven...