Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing transactions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled persons in residential and commercial properties
Fair Credit Reporting Act: Federal law governing the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information, particularly relevant for tenant screening processes
Federal Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Federal requirements for disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards in properties built before 1978
SAFE Act: Federal law establishing minimum standards for state licensing and registration of mortgage loan originators
State Real Estate Licensing Laws: State-specific requirements for obtaining and maintaining real estate and property management licenses
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific regulations governing the relationship between property owners and tenants, including rights, responsibilities, and remedies
Security Deposit Regulations: State laws governing the collection, holding, and return of security deposits, including maximum amounts and timeframes
Rent Control Laws: Local and state regulations limiting rent increases and establishing tenant protections in certain jurisdictions
State Contract Law: Legal framework governing the formation and enforcement of contracts within the state
Agency Law: State laws defining the fiduciary relationship between property managers and property owners
Insurance Requirements: State-mandated insurance coverage requirements for property management operations
Local Zoning Regulations: Municipal codes governing property use, occupancy, and development
Building Codes: Local and state requirements for property maintenance, safety, and structural standards
Trust Account Requirements: State regulations governing the handling and maintenance of client funds in separate trust accounts
Tax Reporting Requirements: Federal and state obligations for reporting rental income, expenses, and other financial transactions
