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Fraud in multifamily leasing has reached unprecedented levels of sophistication in 2025, with both individual applicants and organized groups using advanced tactics to secure apartments under false pretenses. Here are the most prevalent types of fraud property managers are encountering today: 1. Fake and Altered Financial Documents The most widespread fraud involves applicants submitting doctored pay stubs, bank statements, or employment letters to inflate their income or hide unstable finances. With easy access to PDF editing tools and AI-driven generators, these documents are now nearly indistinguishable from the real thing—making visual inspection alone ineffective. Some... Read more
Deciding between single-family and multi-family property investments is a pivotal choice for both new and experienced investors. While both options have their place in...
The recent California appellate court decision Eshagian v. Cepeda has added a new requirement to the already detailed rules surrounding Three-Day Notices—documents...
As the rental market begins to normalize and return to pre-pandemic levels, here is how property managers can maintain margins. After years of markets that were...
Fraud in multifamily leasing has reached unprecedented levels of sophistication in 2025, with both individual applicants and organized groups using advanced tactics to...
The national on-time rent payments rate continues to show signs of strain for independent landlords, according to the June 2025 Chandan Economics & RentRedi report. The report documented three consecutive months of decline, adding to a gradual but steady erosion in on-time payment performance. “On-time rent payments in independently operated units dropped meaningfully in June 2025 — offering a stark warning about the financial health of renter households in a high-uncertainty economic environment. According to this month’s first estimate, 84.3% of units paid their full rent on time — a decline of 85 basis points (bps) from May. “Additionally, May’s on-time payment rate,... Read more
Agentic AI has become the latest artificial intelligence iteration to enter the multifamily industry, catalyzing significant investment from startups, apartment...
Rental parking is an often overlooked amenity that can play a crucial role in shaping leasing and renewal decisions for renters. Convenience and comfort are paramount to...
For many renters, pets are family. Yet in the rental housing industry, pet fees, deposits, and pet rent have become standard costs for pet owners. While these charges...
Remote work, steep mortgage rates and new types of rental properties are fueling demand far from urban downtowns. Renting is taking off in the suburbs as homeownership...
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