Orlando Area Property Management Blog

Florida Maintenance & Repair Requests: A Landlord Workflow That Avoids Habitability Claims

By Ackley Florida Property Management Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Owning single-family rentals in Orlando, Florida can be a lucrative investment – if you stay on top of maintenance. Florida’s landlord-tenant laws make habitability a non-negotiable requirement, and proactive maintenance is the key to avoiding legal trouble. In this p... More +

Florida Landlord Notice to Enter: When You Can Enter, How Much Notice, and a Template

By Ackley Florida Property Management Thursday, January 15, 2026

Owning a rental property in Florida – especially a single-family home in the Orlando area – can be a great investment. However, being a landlord comes with legal responsibilities. One key duty is knowing when and how you can enter your tenant’s home. Florida law... More +

Orlando Rent Trends 2026: Cooling Market, Ongoing Affordability Challenges

By Ackley Florida Property Management Monday, January 5, 2026

As we kick off 2026, the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford rental market is showing signs of cooling after several years of rapid growth. According to the latest Realtor.com® November 2025 Rental Report, Orlando’s median asking rent for 0–2 bedroom units fell 1.8% year-ov... More +

Orlando Rent Trends 2026: Strategic Insights for Property Owners

By Ackley Florida Property Management Monday, January 5, 2026

Slight Rent Decline – What a 1.8% YoY Dip Means for LandlordsAfter years of rapid rent growth, Orlando’s rental market has finally edged down. The larger Orlando metro area saw roughly a 1.8% year-over-year decline in median asking rents by late 2025[1][2]. In practi... More +

The Florida Lease Fine Print: 10 Clauses Orlando Landlords Overlook Until It’s Too Late

By Ackley Florida Property Management Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Experienced Orlando landlords often think they’ve seen it all – until a sneaky lease omission comes back to bite them. From HOA fines to mold outbreaks, Florida lease mistakes landlords make in the fine print can lead to costly disputes. This post provides Orlando ren... More +

Maximizing ROI with Pet-Friendly Fenced Yards in Orlando’s Dog-Loving Suburbs

By Ackley Florida Property Management Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Offering pet-friendly amenities – especially fenced yards – in single-family rentals can significantly boost returns for Orlando-area investors. Orlando is consistently ranked among the most pet-friendly cities in the U.S.[1], and nearly 60% of renters now have pets (... More +

When Tenants Run a Business From Your Orlando Rental: What’s Allowed, What’s Not, and How to Pro...

By Ackley Florida Property Management Monday, December 15, 2025

Managing single-family rental properties in Orlando can be challenging enough – but what happens when a tenant starts running a business out of your Florida rental? This situation raises important questions about what types of home-based businesses are acceptable (or not), ... More +

Orlando Rental Curb Appeal: Florida-Friendly Upgrades to Reduce Vacancy & Boost ROI

By Ackley Florida Property Management Thursday, December 11, 2025

Introduction: First impressions can make or break a rental deal, especially in a competitive market like Orlando. Experienced single-family rental investors know that curb appeal – how attractive a property looks from the street – directly impacts how quickly a home r... More +

Florida Landlord Tax Deductions 2025: Depreciation, Repairs vs. Improvements, and 1099-NEC

By Ackley Florida Property Management Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Experienced Orlando landlords know that every dollar saved on taxes is a dollar that can be reinvested. As the 2025 tax season approaches, it’s crucial to legally maximize deductions by understanding key tax rules. In this guide, we’ll cover the finer points of distin... More +

Vacancy Math: When a $50 Discount Beats a Month Empty (With Calculator)

By Ackley Florida Property Management Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Owning a rental home in Orlando’s competitive fall 2025 market means making smart pricing decisions to keep your property occupied. One common dilemma for single-family rental owners is whether to hold out for full rent or drop the price slightly to fill a vacancy faster. T... More +

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