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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Pet Deposits, Pet Fees, and Pet Rent: Appropriate or Inappropriate?' in the forum.True, but under ADA law, service animals are extended to include companion or comfort animals.
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224 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Re:How to deal with a hoarder?' in the forum.What you CAN do, June, as a resident, is ask to transfer to another unit far away from your hoarder neighbor. Give them a choice, fix the problem, transfer you, or you will leave. Be prepared to not only do so, but also alert your local press and the housing authority to the problem.
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1124 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Electronic Rent Payments' in the forum.The problem, Mindy; is that the provider that Appfolio uses to process credit/debit card transactions (they are seen the same) charges the resident a fee of up to $17(I think) to process.
They also offer cash acceptance via 7-11 and Ace cash advance, but a fee of $4 is attached to that as well....
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1124 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Electronic Rent Payments' in the forum.Hey Sandy;
Let me state that I really like Appfolio; it does the most for you and I like the abilities that Appfolio has incorporated: Renter's insurance, online and cash rent payments as well. I do not like the fees attached to credit card or cash payments, even if the card used is a debit card,...
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1130 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Pet Deposits, Pet Fees, and Pet Rent: Appropriate or Inappropriate?' in the forum.I am not sure if it is legal, and that may vary by state; but many large PMC's collect a pet deposit on a per pet basis. I do not like the idea of pet FEES; but I can understand the idea of pet DEPOSITS (which I do not like either), as they are a means for the property to recover additional costs...
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1183 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky created a new topic ' Looking for Site Level Management position' in the forum.If any of my fellow insiders know of any CURRENT openings for Site Level Managers in the Greater Sacramento (CA) area, please send me your contact information via PM. If you are not the one looking to fill a position, but know someone who is and can get my information in front of that person, I...
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1183 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'What to do with "trouble" employee' in the forum.In the past when I have held leadership roles, I have always encouraged my team members to take ownership of issues as they arise and make decisions that they are comfortable with. At the same time, my request has been pretty simple: if the employee is uncomfortable with the issue as presented, come...
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1190 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'What to do with "trouble" employee' in the forum.Hey Nate; a bit off topic here; but can you take a few minutes and look at the thread TOPIC: Military Housing Staff - Supercede confidentiality and give some advice?
I seem to remember at one time you posted about having experience being in charge of military housing somewhere.
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1191 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Military Housing Staff - Supercede confidentiality???' in the forum.The military also calls housing payments BAQ (Basic Allowance for Quarters); it just depends on which branch of service what it may be called I believe.
I am of the opinion that since your resident has involved the base housing office in this matter, I would take it as a waiver of confidentiality...
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1191 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Companion Pets in relation to Deposits, proof, size, breed and number.' in the forum.Jenette, I would typically agree that learning the 'hard way' is the best way for most things; but when learning something this way calls MY work ethic, professionalism, credibility, or competence into question, or has the potential to affect my bank account in a negative manner; this is most...
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1192 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'What to do with "trouble" employee' in the forum.It is good that you recognize the validity of the issues raised, but how it was handled by the employee was uncalled for, unprofessional, and disloyal. I say she needs at least a disciplinary action from HR, if not termination.
Let us know how this plays out.
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1192 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'How do I handle a grow box inside one of my apartments?' in the forum.This is a touchy subject.... Is the resident using it for medical reasons and are you in a state that recognizes medical marijuana? If you are, has the resident asked for reasonable accommodations under ADA to allow it? I am concluding NOT...
If your property is any form of affordable, then the...
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1192 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Military Housing Staff - Supercede confidentiality???' in the forum.I am not currently on active duty (I have been out for more than 20 years), nor have I used off base housing as I was single at the time with no dependents so I lived on base in the barracks; but........
I do not remember what the ruling was, but if the servicemember is receiving housing assistance...
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1192 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Military Housing Staff - Supercede confidentiality???' in the forum.Perhaps Nate Thomas (a fellow insider and frequent contributor) can assist. I seem to recall he has experience with military housing.
If the base housing officer cannot assist, perhaps your resident's commanding officer can.
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1195 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'What to do with "trouble" employee' in the forum.Now the question is, how accurate are the claims made on apartmentratings?
If they are accurate, then the concerns brought up need to be addressed in addition to the personnel action needed.
What are you doing to correct that?
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1196 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Companion Pets in relation to Deposits, proof, size, breed and number.' in the forum.Jennette; this will be my last comment on this thread.
Please accept my apologies for what it is worth.
In the state of California; if an animal is denied as a companion/service/therapy animal as a verified reasonable accomodation request made by a resident or prospective resident; OR special...
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1196 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Companion Pets in relation to Deposits, proof, size, breed and number.' in the forum.Jennette; I did not mean to sound so aggressive. Please accept my apologies.
I have discussed this with several attorneys and other peers that I am networked with. The general consensus is that when someone invokes ADA rights for either reasonable accommodations or modifications, most things must...
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1198 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Companion Pets in relation to Deposits, proof, size, breed and number.' in the forum.Jenette; I too say this with a little humor.
Once an animal is determined to be a service/companion/therapy animal and is needed by the human for whatever reason; it is NO LONGER A PET and size/breed restrictions along with pet rents and additional deposits are forbidden under ADA law. A service...
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1199 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Companion Pets in relation to Deposits, proof, size, breed and number.' in the forum.@ Jenette:
Under ADA law; you really cannot decline a companion animal once it's need is documented and verified. Under the law, a companion animal is seen as a service animal.
If your practice continues as you describe it; you are setting yourself up for a potential fair housing complaint. I am...
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1201 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Community service outside your property lines....' in the forum.I appreciate your input Mindy; let me clarify a couple of things here:
I would not market to shelers alone (faith based or otherwise) for an affordable propety. My marketing plans have included:
- Craigslist
- For Rent/ApartmentGuide/Pennysaver/local newspaper/rent.com/zillow/hotpads/etc. Both in...
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1206 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Making sense of the ARM, CAM, CPM designations' in the forum.Sherri; I will take compliments any day of the week (an twice on Sunday) I can get them.
I am not sure I am the best person to ask about what to look for in terms of coursework provided by online and accredited colleges (so you can use financial aid) that can translate into property management or...
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1206 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Community service outside your property lines....' in the forum.I appreciate your input Nate; but I was hoping to find out how to avoid the blowback from a possible fair housing issue if it appears that I am only working with this one source or the source appears to target a specific protected class.
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1208 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Making sense of the ARM, CAM, CPM designations' in the forum.I do wish that the organizations that sponsor the designations would offer reasonable membership pricing for those that either may be self employed, currently looking to get into the industry, between employers, or employed by a company that does not see the value of being members at that level....
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1208 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Dirty, sloppy, unclean tenants- I need a letter!' in the forum.@ Edward; did you resolve your issue?
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1210 days ago
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Johnny Karnofsky replied to the topic 'Companion Pets in relation to Deposits, proof, size, breed and number.' in the forum.Did the OP ever get this issue resolved?
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