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South Dakota Housing Announces Elmer D. Whitepipe Award of Excellence Recipient

South Dakota Housing’s annual housing conference included the recognition of an individual for her commitment to affordable rental housing in South Dakota. Joyce Weidner, site manager for Lamro Apartments in Winner, received the award at SDHDA’s award luncheon.

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Notice of Bond Hearing – Sagebrush Flats and SD Portfolio

For Immediate Release

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$5.7 Million Awarded for Affordable Housing in South Dakota with Additional Funds Remaining for Second Application Round

PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Housing’s Board of Commissioners recently awarded more than $5.7 million to assist South Dakotans who are homeless, at-risk of homelessness or fleeing domestic violence or human trafficking, by financing the development of non-congregate shelters and providing financial assistance for support services.

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A Guide to Paperwork Every Property Manager Should Have On Hand

As a property manager, there is a variety of paperwork that can prove useful to the operations of your business. From tenant documentation and applications to items useful in informing and educating your renters, be prepared for anything.

Here are five such pieces of paperwork it's a good idea to keep on hand.

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How to Prep Your Rental Units for a Successful Open House

Avoiding vacancy is every property manager's No. 1 goal. Rental units are an investment, and leaving one vacant is a surefire way to set back the gains you earn from a unit. Fortunately, open houses are a great way to get your vacant property in front of as many people as possible in a short timeframe. By hosting a successful open house, you save yourself time and put an end to vacancy headaches.

Read on for tips on how to prepare for a stellar open house.

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The Biggest Pain Points of Property Management—and How to Resolve Them

No matter how many properties you manage, all property managers tend to deal with a similar set of pain points. From evictions, to vacancies, to turnover, these pain points are nearly universal—but they don't have to be. For most, the path to avoiding common stressors is one of trial and error, but we have a few key tricks that can help save you time and money.

Take a look at these common property-management headaches—and how to avoid them.

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What Every Property Manager Should Know About Fair Housing Laws

Fair housing laws protect property buyers and renters from facing discrimination from a property manager or seller. As a property manager, it's important to know about fair housing laws, how they protect tenants and buyers and what you need to do in order to comply. We've put together a few key fair housing considerations that every property manager should know.

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4 Tenant Security Tips for New Property Managers

When you're a first-time property manager, it's important to know your options when it comes to security. In order to keep both you and your rental property safe and secure, there are certain basic measures you can take.

Here are four ways to give both you and your residents peace of mind.

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Listing a Rental: 6 Tips for Writing the Best Apartment Ad

As a property manager, you already know the basics of what to include in a rental ad—number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms, square footage and listing and security deposit price all come to mind. But what can you do to enhance your listing to attract the most high-quality applicants?

Here are six potential tips for improving your average apartment ad.

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Becoming a Property Manager: Qualifications & Steps to Consider

If you've ever rented an apartment or other leased property or know someone who has, you've likely encountered the terms "landlord," "landlady" or "property manager." If this is a career that sparks your interest, you have plenty of options—many of which depend on your level of experience and commitment to learning about the industry.

Here are a few qualifications and details you should know about when entering the field of property management.

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