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Legal Aid Society Launches Rental Property Search Tool

Jacksonville renters can now search three years of city code enforcement records by address through a new Stable Housing Coalition tool.

Deadline Nears for Landlord Claims 

A Pittsburgh landlord's takings lawsuit over the CDC's pandemic-era eviction moratorium is part of a widening push for federal compensation — with filing deadlines approaching, affected owners are urged to act promptly.

Workforce Housing: Big Opportunity for Investors

Florida's continuing population growth and shortage of affordable rentals big demand for workforce housing (low income housing)

Hillsborough - New Rules for Short-Term Rentals

Owners of short-term vacation rentals in unincorporated Hillsborough County will soon face annual registration, a $200 fee and new local-contact and inspection requirements beginning January 1, 2027.

NYC Fast-Tenant Complaints

Under the new procedure, qualifying cases may receive an initial court appearance within approximately five days, while unpaid rent cases languish for months.

Jacksonville Offers Free Landlord Training

The City of Jacksonville and the Sheriff's Office will present a free, full-day Landlord Training Program on Thursday, September 24, 2026, covering applicant screening, crime prevention through environmental design, and eviction procedures involving criminal conduct.

Florida Landlord “Market Monitor” — August 2026

Florida’s average one-bedroom rent slipped 0.8% year over year to $1,695 in August, but the statewide figure masks wide regional divergence — from firm Pensacola and improving Jacksonville to a Southwest Florida market still working through excess supply.

What Renters Want in 2026

According to AppFolio's 2026 Renter Preferences Report shows that renters are more willing to move, but good maintenance, clear communication and a smooth move-in experience can significantly improve retention. The lesson for independent landlords is simple: renters value responsiveness and transparency more than expensive bells and whistles.

Federal Bill Would Add "Source of Income" to Fair Housing Law

The Landlord Accountability Act of 2025 aims to prohibit income-based housing discrimination and enhance protections for tenants in federally assisted housing. It also introduces a tax credit incentive for landlords who maintain low-income housing units.

Falling Reinsurance Costs 

Florida's property insurance market is showing signs of recovery, with Citizens Property Insurance Corporation reporting a 43% reduction in exposure over the past year. Legislative reforms aimed at curbing litigation are credited with helping to stabilize the market.

Four Events That Can Change a Florida Eviction

Even a straightforward eviction can change quickly when a landlord accepts partial rent, suspects abandonment, learns that a tenant has died, or receives notice of a bankruptcy. Each situation requires a careful pause before proceeding.

Virginia 

Virginia's July 1 law changes extend nonpayment notice to 14 days and require landlords to accept checks and money orders, with written receipts and fee-free payment options.

Two Shot Dead, Two Wounded in Jacksonville Pad-Split House

A domestic argument inside a Jacksonville rooming house ended with two people dead—including the suspected shooter—and two others hospitalized early Thursday morning.

Jacksonville Budget: No Funding for Proposed Rental Registry

Mayor Deegan's proposed FY 2026–27 budget omits funding for Jacksonville's rental-property registry and housing ombudsman, removes $250K in JALA supplemental funding, and no replacement ordinance has been filed more than a year after Resolution 2025-293 was withdrawn.

Independent Landlords Embrace AI & Professional Management

A new industry report highlights that small landlords are increasingly adopting AI tools and professional property management to meet modern tenant expectations. This shift signals a move away from traditional, manual operations toward more data-driven and strategic property oversight.

When a Tenant Dies

What Florida Landlords Must Do Before Taking Back the Rental

Woman Accused of Renting Homes She Did Not Own

A Jacksonville woman has been arrested after police say she advertised homes she did not own on Facebook Marketplace, collected deposits and rent, and allowed families to move in — leaving renters without housing and legitimate property owners with unauthorized occupants.