Making Sure All of Your Bank Accounts Are Fully Insured by Gary D. Halbert

With the high-profile failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank in New York earlier this [year], many large investors are now concerned about their money parked at US banks, especially those with more than $250,000 at any one financial institution. As you know, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insures deposits at most banks – up to $250,000.…

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Fair Housing Best Practices for Ensuring Compliance During Prospect Tours By The Fair Housing Institute

As a leasing professional, conducting prospect tours is an everyday task that requires you to be mindful of fair housing laws. Discrimination in housing is illegal and can result in severe legal consequences. Therefore, implementing fair housing best practices can help ensure that you and your team remain compliant at all times.   Consistent Tour…

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Proven Customer Service Strategies to Make Your Apartment Tours Memorable By Grace Hill

Customer service. It’s the secret sauce that can turn a prospect from potential to SOLD! And while there are many factors to consider in the rental sales process, if you allow subpar customer service to persist at your properties, you’ll soon find yourself on a slippery slope of declining sales, lost revenue and a beleaguered reputation. In…

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What You Need to Know About the Fair Employment and Housing Act from the State of California

Below are some frequently asked questions about source of income and the Section 8 housing program.   Q:  What is the new law regarding source of income protections? A: California has a law called the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) that protects people from housing discrimination based on categories including race, color, national origin,…

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Los Angeles Expands Renter Protections – New Laws You Must Know By Patricia A. Harris

The city of Los Angeles has expanded renter protections.  The new protections now cover ALL RENTALS, including condominiums and single family homes in the City of L.A. NEW LAWS AND PROCEDURES Renter Protections Notice All residential rental property owners must provide a “Notice of Renters’ Protections” to tenants who begin or renew their tenancy on or…

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