Here are some trends that could play out, or further develop in 2025.Leasing & Tenant Experience AI-Powered Leasing: Chatbots and AI tools will streamline leasing processes, from answering tenant inquiries to scheduling tours.Virtual Tours & Digital Leasing: These will become even more standard, making it easier for tenants to rent remotely.TechnologySmart Property Management: IoT devices (smart locks, thermostats, etc.) will become more common, improving efficiency and tenant satisfaction.Property Management Software: Platforms will integrate more AI for predictive maintenance, rent collection, and financial reporting.SustainabilityGreen building practices and energy-efficient upgrades will be a major focus, driven by tenant demand and potential incentives.AI & AutomationAI will play a bigger role in tenant screening, rent pricing optimization, and even predicting market trends.Automation will handle repetitive tasks like maintenance requests and lease renewals, freeing up PMs for higher-level activities.I'm sure there are plenty more shifting trends that I haven't mentioned and that are sure to evolve over the next year. 

Common fees will include a set-up fee, a leasing fee for each turnover or a lease renewal fee, marking up maintenance, retaining late fees, and more.

If I secure renters and show a lease agreement and deposit can I get into lower interest rate mortgage?

I will not renew there lease, and I need to be better about enforcing the rules.

sign a master lease with a struggling office landlord, have revenue splits.This seems like your only path forward

Esprit: Please tell me I’m right for not wanting to renew the lease.

It's not uncommon, and actually normal, for the operating entity to lease from the LLC that owns the building.

If you have to return fees, that is an easy segue: the unit has been leased to an earlier applicant, here is your fee back. 

All of our leases are being renewed and renegotiated within the next 8 months.

And if you want to release her from the lease I’d just do it.