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How to Handle Rent Stabilization as a Property Manager in New York City

For renters, scoring a rent-stabilized apartment is the *ultimate dream* as prices throughout the five boroughs skyrocket. For property owners and managers, it’s just another regulation to be on top of. But what does it actually mean, how does it differ from rent control, and what are the things you need to know if you manage a rent-stabilized apartment?

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Top 4 Spring Maintenance Tasks To Do at Your Multifamily Property

Spring has officially sprung! Like us, we bet you’re relieved that the seasonal depression has passed, but don’t get ahead of yourself. You may be a little bummed to see what condition the winter weather has left your property in. Read on for the top 4 must-do maintenance tasks for your multifamily property this spring!

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Marketing Is the Butter to Leasing’s Bread (PropTea Podcast Ep. #4)

You can’t have successful leasing without a proper marketing strategy – at least we think so. After all, how do you expect to fill vacancies with dependable residents if renters don’t even know you exist? On the newest episode of the PropTea Podcast, marketing expert Erica Patterson takes us through the benefits of marketing for leasing teams, effective ways to build out a strategy, and some easy marketing ideas to get you started.

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Which Property Management Rental Market Is Right for You? Consider These 5

Like most other professions, “property manager” is a broad title that could mean many different things. Of course, it’s a given you’re managing property, but the market you work in can have a huge impact on your day-to-day. So what are a few of the common property management rental markets, what are their variances, and which one might be right for you?

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Talk to Your Residents, You May Love Them (PropTea Podcast Ep. #3)

Fostering a great relationship with your residents is vital to a thriving property management business with high rates of renewed leases. On the latest episode of the PropTea Podcast, our host Erica Patterson breaks down the four types of residents you’ll encounter as a property manager – by generation and personality type – and the best ways to connect with them for better relationships.

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4 Common Accounting Mistakes to Avoid in Property Management

Quality accounting is essential to successful property management, so it’s best you start reading up if you haven’t already. Whether you’re new to property management or just need a quick refresher on accounting best practices, here are 4 common accounting mistakes you should know about (and how to avoid them).

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16 Accounting Terms You Need to Know in Property Management

Accounting is a fundamental aspect of any business and crucial to making sound decisions across the board, no matter your industry or expertise. As a jumping-off point, read on for a breakdown of the top 16 accounting terms you’ll need to know as a property manager. Consider this article your quintessential property management accounting glossary!

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