Long-term tenants are the most valuable asset in a small rental portfolio. This guide covers practical tenant retention strategies for independent landlords — and explains why retention is one of the most underappreciated tools for affordable housing preservation.
Large property managers invest heavily in technology that improves operations and reduces costs. Small landlords lack access to these tools, creating a systematic disadvantage that drives exit from the affordable housing market.
Small landlords are selling California rental properties at an accelerating rate. The reasons are more complex than financial returns — and the consequences for affordable housing are severe.