October 2016 – 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

Can Your Tenant Legally Own An Alligator As An Emotional Support Animal?

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Landlords

Signs Your Property Has a Pest Problem

There’s nothing worse than finding out that your rental has been infested with pests. From rodents to insects, knowing what steps to take to exterminate

Becky Bower October 27, 2016

Landlords

Is your Rental Prepared for a Natural Disaster?

Making sure your rental property is prepared for a natural disaster is crucial if you want to minimize potential damages in the future. Whether your

Becky Bower October 25, 2016

Rental Housing Legislation

HUD Guidance Leads to Multifamily Lawsuit in Use of Criminal Records

On October 18th, the Department of Justice released a brief that addressed the use of criminal background checks by housing providers. Here is the report:

Becky Bower October 20, 2016

Free Resources

Fall Maintenance Checklist (Infograph)

As it gets closer and closer to the end of the year, start prepping your rental for the colder months, early. Instead of waiting until

Becky Bower October 18, 2016

Landlords

Are Nuisance Ordinance Laws Discriminatory?

Public nuisance ordinance laws have been critiqued by U.S. Senators like Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow as being discriminatory. In their letter to the U.S.

Becky Bower October 13, 2016

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Rental Housing Trends

Pros & Cons of the New Airbnb Friendly Buildings Program

Horror stories detailing tenants illegally subleasing their homes on Airbnb, a vacation rental website, have unfortunately become increasingly common. In fact, the issue got so

Becky Bower October 11, 2016

Landlords

Diagnosing and Preventing Mold

No matter what time of the year it is, there’s always the possibility of mold. Unfortunately, mold doesn’t usually only grow in one place. As

Becky Bower October 6, 2016