Debra Hill Fox, one of the industry's best, gives insight to vendors and leasing agents how to thrive in the Multi-Housing Industry.  She looks back on her years as a property manager and vendor including the positions she has held and the life-long friends she has made.  She personifies the amazing things that can be given and gained from working in this industry.  Every person in the multifamily area knows Deb and loves Deb.  We are incredibly lucky to have had her for so many years and wish her the best on her next chapter.  Thank you for everything you have done, D ..read more

Things are changing quickly and Zona Law is here to help.  Attorneys Mark Zinman and Scott Baluha discuss Governor Ducey’s executive order closing gyms and limiting pools.  Additionally, the attorneys analyze the upcoming expiration of the eviction moratorium under the C.A.R.E.S. Act and a recent Arizona Supreme Court rule change regarding eviction.  This is information that all property managers must know and we are happy to help ..read more

A primer for new property managers, this is the perfect starting point for gaining a basic understanding of the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act.  Attorney Scott Baluha shares some powerful insight on the rules that protect your property.  Includes a discussion of notices and how they can be effectively used in successful property management.   ..read more

Evictions for non-payment of rent present a few challenges to even the most savvy housing provider.  Attorney Chris Welch discusses the importance of the 5-day notice, the most common causes for delays in the eviction process, and some of the new rules that the State of Arizona has implemented for 2020.  ..read more

Zona Law Attorneys are keeping managers informed about the impact legislation and Coronavirus are having on their properties.  Attorneys Matt Koglmeier and Mark Zinman analyze the CARES Act signed on March 27th 2020 which is the federal $2.2 trillion stimulus bill.  Many people did not know it would directly affect property owners, so it’s important managers know how the act impacts property management and evictions nationwide ..read more

Fair Housing is something that every housing provider must give highest priority.  Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act and the nuances of its application to housing is critical to your success as a manager.  Among other things, learn the important distinctions between reasonable accommodations and reasonable modifications and your responsibility to your occupants from Zona Law Attorney Mark Zinman ..read more

Matt Koglemeier and Mark Zinman the CDC order. A federal judge in Texas held that the CDC moratorium is unconstitutional. However, that doesn't automatically mean that it is invalid everywhere. This is a great step forward for property rights, but it's not the end of the line ..read more

As Coronavirus has spread throughout the country, there are many uncertainties for individuals and especially property managers.  Property managers have a tough task of handling Coronavirus issues given their oversight of a number of people that live in a close area. In today’s Podcast, Zona Law attorneys are discussing issues relating to the virus and how it affects the multifamily management industry.  The attorneys provides some up-to-date information about how the courts are handling their cases and addressing some questions raised by public announcements.  While many issues ..read more

From dog bites to criminal activity to the use of illegal (and legalized) drugs, every property manager will eventually be confronted with a non-curable breach.  Scott Baluha from Zona Law expertly talks about the process of properly removing a tenant and the importance of treating every person at a property the exact same.  ..read more

Arizona Multi housing Association President and CEO, Courtney LeVinus, stops by the Zona Law Podcast to discuss the current state of the property management industry.  She discusses current legislation and its effect on the industry and how she, with other members of the AMA, are trying to protect the interests of managers, owners as well as resident.  She has an incredible insight into the changing landscape and thoughts on what actions managers should be taking ..read more