Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing transactions based on protected classes including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and familial status
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal legislation requiring reasonable accommodations and accessibility requirements in property management
Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act: Governs tenant screening processes, credit checks, and privacy requirements in property management
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA): Federal law providing special protections and considerations for military personnel in property rental and management
Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA): Federal regulation governing rules regarding kickbacks, referral fees, and escrow account management in real estate transactions
State Property Management Laws: State-specific regulations covering licensing requirements, trust account management, and property maintenance standards
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific laws governing security deposits, maintenance obligations, entry rights, and other aspects of the landlord-tenant relationship
State Real Estate Laws: Regulations covering property management licensing requirements and fiduciary responsibilities specific to each state
Local Zoning Laws: Municipal regulations governing property use restrictions and occupancy limits
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations including tax reporting requirements and 1099 reporting for property management operations
State Business Laws: State-specific regulations governing corporate formation requirements and business licensing for property management companies
