Charging Extra Fees for Items or Services—What’s OK, What’s Not
Dec 31, 2025 | Feature | Eileen O'Toole
Recent laws not only restrict certain fees, but also require you to disclose all fees up front.
Use 11-Point Checklist to Evaluate Occupant’s Succession Claim
Nov 26, 2025 | Building Management Calendar | Eileen O'Toole
When a rent-stabilized tenant moves out or dies, be prepared for a “family member” to claim pass-on rights.
Take 4 Steps When Tenant Withholds Rent
Oct 31, 2025 | Feature | Eileen O'Toole
Certain conditions may entitle the tenant to a rent abatement.
How to Protect Yourself When Emergency Access Is Needed
Sep 28, 2025 | Feature | Eileen O'Toole
We give you six safeguards against tenants’ claims of false theft and privacy invasion.
HUD Extends HOTMA Implementation to Jan. 1, 2027—What Should You Do?
Jan 20, 2026 | Feature | Glenn Demby
Take advantage of the breathing room to ensure you’re prepared for the transition.
HUD to PHAs: Prepare for Funding Shortfalls & Cut Operating Costs
Dec 9, 2025 | Feature | Glenn Demby
A recent notice lays out a menu of cost-cutting options grouped into three categories.
The Shutdown Ends: Assisted Housing Dodges a Bullet
Nov 14, 2025 | Feature | Glenn Demby
But other HUD programs and staffers don’t.
How the Government Shutdown Will Impact HUD Operations & Housing Programs
Oct 9, 2025 | Feature | Glenn Demby
Here’s a rundown on what to expect.
Take 8 Steps to Minimize Risks of Retaliation Liability
Jan 20, 2026 | All Protected Classes | Heather Stone
Damage awards against landlords that retaliate can reach six figures.
Make 5 New Year’s Resolutions to Avoid Fair Housing Trouble in 2026
Dec 23, 2025 | All Protected Classes | Heather Stone
Here’s how to break bad habits and get your compliance efforts in shape.
How to Avoid Illegal Steering
Nov 17, 2025 | All Protected Classes | Heather Stone
Don’t let a leasing agent’s seemingly innocent comment get you sued for illegal steering.
Use 4-Step Process for Evaluating Accommodation Requests
Oct 21, 2025 | Accommodations | Heather Stone
The decision often hinges on what is and isn’t “reasonable.”
Get 5 Protections If You Have to Accept a Decreasing Dollar Cap Guaranty
Jan 29, 2026 | Feature | Glenn Demby
Don’t risk ending up with a dollar cap that burns off too fast.
Get 16 Protections When Granting Tenants an Option to Renew
Dec 30, 2025 | Feature | Glenn Demby
Our checklist covers: setting the conditions for renewal, the process for exercising the renewal, and setting the renewal terms.
Managing Vacancies: Collect Rent from Small Tenant While Searching for Big Tenant
Nov 25, 2025 | Feature | Glenn Demby
Put 10 protections in your landlord termination option.
Get Flexibility to Decide on Removing Tenant Installations When Lease Ends
Oct 30, 2025 | Feature | Glenn Demby
An extended deadline is a classic win-win.
