Managing Rental Property

By Paul Howard September 24, 2025
Many housing providers believe certain situations justify denying an emotional support animal requests. Most of these ideas are myth.
By Paul Howard August 30, 2025
They said the Kansas Supreme Court ruling was a big win for a landlord because his tenant had to pay $21,000 in late fees. I think he lost.
By Paul Howard June 24, 2025
IMPORTANT: If you are a Landlord and you provide water to your tenants via pump and well, here is a page from the website of "America's Largest Injury Law Firm". This looks like a new market for them and that should get your attention!
By Paul Howard May 18, 2025
In 2025, Florida’s home insurance premiums average $5,376 annually for $300,000 in coverage—over double the national average of $2,181—driven by hurricanes, inflation, litigation, and attorney fees.
By Paul Howard May 18, 2025
Cost segregation is an IRS-approved tax strategy that lets you reclassify parts of your rental property as shorter-life assets, accelerating depreciation deductions
By Paul Howard May 18, 2025
By leveraging standard depreciation, bonus depreciation, and Section 179 deductions, you can lower taxes and keep more cash for reinvestment.
By Paul Howard May 16, 2025
Several updates to Florida’s landlord-tenant laws have been implemented or proposed by May 2025,
By Paul Howard February 25, 2025
Fair Housing Law Landlord Responsibilities Federal fair housing laws in the United States, primarily governed by the Fair Housing Act ( FHA ) of 1968, aim to ensure equal access to housing and prohibit discrimination in housing-related activities. The FHA applies to most housing types, including rentals, sales, and financing, with limited exceptions (e.g., certain owner-occupied buildings with four or fewer units or single-family homes sold without a broker). Here’s a summary of the key points and landlord responsibilities:
By Paul Howard February 24, 2025
A Stipulation is used to resolve disputes or address issues without going to court. Especially helpful with overdue rent situations.
By Paul Howard February 17, 2025
Many landlords overlook late and partial rent payment. Neither of these practices are good but it could be worse than you think.
By Paul Howard February 3, 2025
Veteran real estate investors almost never sell their rental property. Instead they borrow against the equity, that's tax free cash!
By Paul Howard September 27, 2024
Rental investors should never pay attention to comps because investors do not buy buildings, they buy return on investment (ROI)
By Paul Howard June 29, 2024
The rules governing security deposits for residential leases are primarily found Chapter 83. Here are the key points:
By Paul Howard June 28, 2024
My Tenant Won’t Let Me Enter the Rental Property What Are My Rights?
By Paul Howard May 18, 2024
There are three federal laws that regulate and define what a service dog is: The Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Housing Act and the Air Carrier Access Act. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines service dogs as “trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities”. Under the ADA, individuals with a disability include someone with a physical or mental health impairment that limits their life.
By Paul Howard May 18, 2024
Emotional Support Animals
By Paul Howard March 7, 2024
Tenants who have a bad rental history or a criminal history need a place to live just like everyone else. These characters know they can’t rent from large, well managed apartment communities because they check references. So, who are they looking for? They are looking for a nice, private landlord who thinks he’s is a good judge of character.
By Paul Howard February 23, 2024
Our eviction business has seen a sizeable increase in the number of squatters moving into empty rental units. The stories are similar. The landlord discovers strangers have taken up residency in their rental home. Naturally, they are angry and worried. Will they become violent? Will they destroy the house? How do I get them out?
By Paul Howard February 13, 2024
Successful landlords know you make money in the rental business when you select your tenant. If you fail to do your due diligence it can cost you thousands.
By Paul Howard December 13, 2023
Landlords are prohibited from requiring tenants to pay rent in excess of what is authorized by HAP contracts. The Landlord may not demand or accept any rent from the tenant in excess of the contracted.