May 2015 – ApplyConnect

Landlords: The FTC and CFPB Request Public Comment from You!

Becky Bower April 27, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) have united to inspect how background screening can impact American renters, with a particular emphasis on examining the use of criminal and housing court records and tenant screening practices. As part of a whole-of-government effort detailed in the White House’s January 2023 Blueprint, the FTC and CFPB are seeking public comment until March 30, 2023. We urge you to voice your unique industry perspective.

The Ideal Tenant & The Ideal Landlord: A How-To Guide

New California Tenant Screening Bill Was Just Passed into Law – Here’s What It Means for Landlords and Renters

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Rental Housing Legislation

Flawed CA AB396 Bill Would Create a Nightmare to the Rental Housing Market

Restricts use of Criminal Records UPDATE: The author, Mr. Jones-Sawyer, decided to shelve the measure this year and make it a “two-year bill.” ApplyConnect opposed

Guest Author May 28, 2015

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Landlords

The True Cost of an Eviction

The tenant screening process is your first and most important line of defense against the consequences of moving in the wrong tenants. With the uptick

Guest Author May 27, 2015

Landlords

Mutual Benefits to Collecting Rents Online

Today, we live in the fast-paced world of changing technology, but something that has been slow to adapt is how rental payments can be made

Ryan Green May 21, 2015

Landlords

A Better Understanding of Security Deposits

Sure, most people have heard the term security deposit and are at least somewhat familiar with its purpose. However, it is important to adhere to

Ryan Green May 14, 2015

Property Marketing

Are You Missing Out On New Leases?

Many people believe that property management is an old-line business that moves slowly. If you believe that then your team is already half a mile

Guest Author May 12, 2015

Landlords

Seven Easy Ways to Be a Great Landlord

Being a landlord offers tremendous rewards and here at ApplyConnect, our goal is to help you be your best. It is important to be prepared

Ryan Green May 7, 2015

Rental Housing Legislation

Stop the Amended California AB396

Prohibits Rental Owners from running criminal checks in the initial screening and forces those that find a criminal record to hold the unit vacant for

Ryan Green May 1, 2015

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Rental Housing Legislation

Flawed CA AB396 Bill Would Create a Nightmare to the Rental Housing Market

Restricts use of Criminal Records UPDATE: The author, Mr. Jones-Sawyer, decided to shelve the measure this year and make it a “two-year bill.” ApplyConnect opposed

Guest Author May 28, 2015

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