With rising food costs, individuals and families that depend on food banks need even more support. This year, TCAA set a goal of providing Thanksgiving meals to 500 families. To help with their effort, Rentals America donated funds for 32 turkeys. We’re happy to announce that they reached their goal a few days ago, and …
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With so much at stake, the relationship between a landlord and tenant can quickly become strained. As a landlord, you’ve invested considerable money, time, and effort into the property, while your tenant views the space as home. One of the best ways to minimize strain and foster a positive relationship with your tenants is to …
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One of the most visible and utilized aspects of your rental property lies right at your feet—the flooring! Attractive, high-quality flooring will appeal to tenants and require less frequent maintenance and replacement. But flooring is a significant investment, and the expense must be balanced against other factors such as the risk of damage, how long …
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On September 27, the Tucson City Council voted to amend the city Fair Housing laws to make “source of income” a protected class. This means that a Tucson property owner cannot have blanket prohibitions against residents based solely upon where their funds for rent come from. In other words, an owner can no longer refuse a resident …
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Markets and prices can’t help but be volatile when they depend on so many fluctuating factors, and the rental market is no exception. Trends can be influenced by any combination of price point, location, season, interest rates, and more. But in recent months, rental markets nationwide have experienced a shift toward lower prices and more …
No matter how much experience you have as a landlord or how thoroughly you screen potential tenants, conflicts are bound to arise occasionally. Offering your tenants respect, open communication, and clear expectations will go a long way toward resolving minor issues and keeping your landlord-tenant relationships amicable. In addition, here are tips that can help …
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The Rentals America Tucson team returned to Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona on October 13th to help with sorting and packing food. A big THANK YOU for their efforts supporting this great organization! If you would like to donate or learn more about Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, …
If your property includes a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) unit that’s been in place for a while, be aware that a problem with the equipment may become more complex than a simple repair. Many older appliances contain a refrigerant called R22 that is being phased out, triggering supply shortages and increased hassle and …
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As a landlord, it’s essential to be in the know about the many rules and regulations that impact the rental property business. And one of those need-to-know situations involves emotional support and service animals. While most people are familiar with service dogs, they are less knowledgeable about emotional-support animals. A common misconception meshes the two …
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What could be better than on-time rent payments made simple for both sides of the property rental equation? Every landlord’s dream, right? It can be downright appealing to tenants, as well. That’s why offering and encouraging the option of automatic monthly rent payments can make everyone’s life simpler. And in today’s chaotic world, any dose …
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