Rentec Direct

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

For real estate investors and entrepreneurs, time is money, and streamlining processes can have a big impact on your ROI. Using digital tools effectively, keeping standardized documentation and checklists and generally preparing for the inspection process can keep real estate inspections from cutting into your time spent building your portfolio. These key tips are what […] The post 4 Ways to Streamline Property Inspections for Investors appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Property

Rentec Direct

JUNE 18, 2025

Rentec Direct introduces a new split journal entry feature to its full property accounting software. This user-friendly feature is designed to simplify complex transactions, ensure accurate financial records, and make reconciling a breeze. Accurate accounting is the cornerstone of successful property management, but can often seem complex and confusing.

Property Management

Rentec Direct

JUNE 2, 2025

Summer rental property maintenance is key to protecting your property and ensuring your tenants can make the most of your outdoor amenities while the sunshine is out. These preventative maintenance tasks will save you from costly repairs down the road and will be vital to keeping your tenants loving the property during peak renewal season. […] The post Summer Maintenance for Your Rental Property appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Maintenance

Rentec Direct

MARCH 19, 2025

Any seasonal change marks the time to perform crucial maintenance tasks as a landlord or property manager. Spring’s arrival is the perfect time for landlords and tenants alike to tackle any crucial spring cleaning tasks that need to be done. Landlords and property managers should focus on exterior management and cleaning up landscaping this spring. […] The post Spring Cleaning for Landlords & Tenants appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Landlord

Rentec Direct

JULY 18, 2025

Account security is a huge priority at Rentec Direct. Learn all about the robust and industry-best methods Rentec Direct utilizes to protect your data, as well as the ways that you can protect against phishing and keep your password and access secure. Rentec Direct is deeply committed to protecting your information and funds. We achieve […] The post Keeping Your Account Secure with Rentec Direct appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Utilities

Rentec Direct

JUNE 27, 2025

Rental property vacancies are a cash-flow killer for landlords and real estate investors, which is why it vital to prioritize occupancy with qualified tenants at your properties. But if you are finding it challenging to find your next great renter, consider these tips in order to attract more renters and increase your rental applicant pool. […] The post Why Is Your Rental Property (Still) Vacant?

Rental Property

Rentec Direct

MARCH 26, 2025

As the market changes, real estate investors naturally want to mitigate financial risk. Thankfully, there are some helpful strategies that you can implement to safeguard your real estate investments as the market changes. Key Ideas: If you have real estate investments, you might wonder how to protect them in the year ahead. With increasing economic […] The post Safeguarding Your Real Estate Investments Against Market Changes appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Real Estate

Rentec Direct

JUNE 30, 2025

The 4th of July comes with its share of fun traditions, and these often involve a cookout or fireworks. While these celebrations are fun, they can also pose risks to your rental property and your tenants’ safety. To ensure a safe holiday, establish fire safety measures, supervise children, enforce proper disposal of fireworks, and remind […] The post Steps to a Safe 4th of July for Your Rental Property: Infographic appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Rental Property

Rentec Direct

JUNE 23, 2025

Summer heat doesn’t have to mean high energy costs, with energy-efficient options available, there are ways landlords and renters alike can ensure comfortable temperatures indoors while keeping the bills low. Summer is finally here, and for many of us, that means vacations, trips to the beach, and backyard barbecues. However, with summer also comes higher […] The post 7 Energy-Efficient Ways to Cut Costs This Summer appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Landlord

Rentec Direct

JUNE 16, 2025

Keep your residents safe by ensuring your pool is ready for summer fun and will be safe and clean for the hot weather. From standard pool safety to-dos like childproofing and ensuring drain covers, to unique ideas like hosting swim lessons on-site, there are a lot of ways you can prioritize water safety at your […] The post Pool Safety Tips For Your Rental Property: Infographic appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Rental Property

Rentec Direct

JUNE 4, 2025

Moving will always be a bit stressful, but this comprehensive moving checklist for renters is designed to make the process as seamless as possible. Find out exactly what moving tasks you need to complete as a renter at every incremental step. Starting at six to eight weeks and leading up to moving day, this checklist […] The post The Ultimate Moving Checklist for Renters appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Education

Rentec Direct

MAY 16, 2025

Rental property marketing will help you find qualified applicants to fill your rental vacancy. The most important rental property marketing tips include advice on following landlord-tenant laws, maximizing exposure, defining rental criteria, tracking tenant leads, and utilizing pre-screening tactics. How to Market Your Rental Property Effectively Finding a new tenant for a rental property is […] The post How to Find Your Next Great Renter: 5 Must-Know Marketing Tips for Landlords Video ap

Landlord

Rentec Direct

MARCH 24, 2025

As spring emerges, landlords must address common roofing issues post-winter, such as misaligned shingles, blocked gutters, worn membranes, chimney damage, and nesting animals. Timely maintenance and repairs are essential to prevent structural damage and ensure tenant safety. Proactive measures like gutter cleaning and sealing gaps mitigate potential problems, ensuring hassle-free property management year-round.

Maintenance

Rentec Direct

MARCH 7, 2025

Rentec Direct is One of the Best Companies to Work For in Oregon Full Press Release Available on PRWEB Southern Oregon software company, Rentec Direct, named one of the 100 Best Places to Work by Oregon Business Magazine For the second year, Rentec Direct is among the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon, an annual list compiled […] The post Rentec Direct is One of the Best Companies to Work For in Oregon appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Property Management Software

Rentec Direct

JULY 9, 2025

Rentec Direct’s quarterly product development update outlines the property management software’s new features for 2025, including new tools for online rent payments, property management accounting, and property management website hosting. It’s that time of year again; tenants are on the move, new laws are going into effect, and don’t forget the pesky seasonal maintenance, or […] The post Rentec Direct Product Development Update: Made Live in Q2 2025 appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Property Management

Rentec Direct

MAY 19, 2025

The benefits of pollinator-friendly landscaping can increase your ROI by boosting your curb appeal and setting yourself apart from the competition as a thoughtful and eco-friendly rental option. World Bee Day is May 20th, and there’s no better time to start thinking about creating a pollinator-friendly landscape for your rental properties. Creating a pollinator-friendly landscape […] The post The Benefits of Pollinator-Friendly Landscaping for Your Rental Property appeared first on R

Rental Property

Rentec Direct

APRIL 23, 2025

Planning the landscaping at your rental property means more than finding your favorite plants. Boost curb appeal and keep your tenants and prospects excited about your rental by ensuring your landscaping meets their needs while matching your maintenance ideals. First impressions matter, and the planning the landscaping at your rental property is no exception.

Rental Property

Rentec Direct

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Tax season is upon us, and understanding real estate taxes for landlords, investors, and property managers is essential. As with any business, taxes can play a big role in your long-term ROI. Understanding taxes, from 1099s to rental deductions and everything in between, is key to get the most out of your real estate business. […] The post Real Estate Taxes 101 | Roundup for Investors, Landlords, and Property Managers appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Real Estate

Rentec Direct

JANUARY 27, 2025

Cold winter weather plumbing tips for landlords are essential to ensure that your rental property is protected from damage and that your tenants have a habitable and working home. From frozen pipes to clogged drains and everything in between, there are a few extra risks to your plumbing in winter; these tips are key to […] The post Winter Plumbing Tips for Landlords appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Landlord

Rentec Direct

JANUARY 24, 2025

Customer service is vital to business success, and a lot of that service is facilitated through learning how to best communicate with your customers. Customer communication can take many forms, but ultimately it is about what works best for your customers and clients. Here at Rentec Direct, we prioritize communication with our clients by offering […] The post How to Communicate with Customers | Tips for Great Customer Service appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

IT

Rentec Direct

JULY 21, 2025

With the first day of school around the corner, college towns across the nation are preparing for the mass arrival of students moving into rental housing. If you own a rental property in a college town, there are some important to-dos that you will need to check off your list. While a lease may begin […] The post Are You Ready for Back-to-School Move-In Day?

Lease

Rentec Direct

JUNE 24, 2025

Rentec Direct now offers full-service custom domain hosting, providing a complete, secure, and professional web hosting solution designed specifically for property managers and landlords. Rentec Direct offers one of the most modern and advanced professional property management websites available today. This feature is available to all Rentec PRO and Rentec PM clients.

Professional Property Management

Rentec Direct

JUNE 13, 2025

Your tenant screening process will clearly outline the criteria you are evaluating in order to find your next tenant, but does the order in which you process rental applications matter? In some regions, it’s required for landlords to approve qualified applicants on a first-come, first-serve basis. Learn more about this best practice in rental housing […] The post Is First Come, First Serve Required When Approving Tenants?

Tenant

Rentec Direct

JUNE 11, 2025

College rental season is just around the corner. To ensure you get the best ROI possible for your portfolio, if you are a landlord or property manager in a college town, don’t forget to put these four helpful tasks on your list of to-dos this summer. School may be out for the summer, but the […] The post 4 Ways to Prep for College Rental Season appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Landlord

Rentec Direct

APRIL 18, 2025

Eco-friendly business practices attract customers and offer valuable savings over time, all while supporting your local and global community. Green business ideas can take many forms; some may require implementation over time. These sustainability tips from Rentec Direct include information on how the Oregon-based company implemented each goal. Alongside general business tips, you’ll find ideas […] The post How to Go Green | Tips for a More Eco-Friendly Business appeared first on Ren

Property Management Software

Rentec Direct

APRIL 4, 2025

In this tenant screening video roundup, youll have all the expert guidance you need to accurately and legally screen prospective tenants. These five videos contain everything you need to know as a landlord or property manager about tenant screening from start to finish. Vacancies may be a cash-flow killer, but choosing the wrong tenant for […] The post The Comprehensive Guide to Tenant Screening | Video Roundup appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Tenant

Rentec Direct

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Rentec Direct Announces Tech Mastery Scholarship for Oregon Students Full Press Release Available on PRWEB Oregon-based property management software company, Rentec Direct, supports next generation of local technology leaders Rentec Direct, a leading property management software provider, has launched its 10th annual Tech Mastery Scholarship, now dedicated to supporting Oregon college students.

Property Management Software

Rentec Direct

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

A criminal background report is one of the many useful reports you can use for tenant screening when evaluating rental applicants. You will learn what kind of information you will actually find on a criminal background report from a tenant screening provider and how you can use that information when making a housing decision. The […] The post Tenant Screening: How to Use Criminal Background Reports Effectively – Video appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Tenant

Rentec Direct

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Keeping records organized is vital for effective property management. Not only does it help you stay compliant, but it also makes handling trust accounting a breeze. Through the Rentec Direct File Libraries feature, you can effortlessly upload contracts, photos, communication records, and any other essentials you need to keep safe. Plus, being organized helps you […] The post Feature Spotlight | File Libraries appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Property Management

Rentec Direct

JULY 23, 2025

Rentec Direct Recognized Among World’s Top Software Innovators in 2025 SaaS Awards Full Press Release Available on PRWEB Industry-leading property management platform, Rentec Direct, named finalist in global software-as-a-service awards program Rentec Direct, a leading provider of property management software designed to empower real estate professionals, has been named a finalist in the Best SaaS […] The post Rentec Direct Recognized Among World’s Top Software Innovators in 20

Property Management Software

Rentec Direct

JULY 14, 2025

Landlords and tenants alike can take important heat wave preparation steps to stay safe and cool during a heat wave. Remember that heat waves are not just uncomfortable, this adverse weather event can cause an emergency. Learn all about heat wave dangers, the types of heat warnings, and safety tips for tenants and rental properties […] The post Heat Wave Preparation appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Landlord

Rentec Direct

APRIL 2, 2025

A tenant portal gives renters an easy way to connect with their landlord or property manager to pay their rent online, submit maintenance requests, and review property notices. Tenant portals are an included feature provided by property management software platforms, like Rentec Direct, and act as a tool to improve landlord-tenant relationships and enhance renter […] The post Enhance Your Renter Relationships With the Rentec Direct Tenant Portal appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Tenant

Rentec Direct

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Whether your local rental market is hot or cooling, there’s no doubt that filling vacancies fast is imparative for your rental business. Since vacancies have a big impact on your (or your owner’s) ROI, using the best marketing tips for rentals is imparative to reduce turnover time and mitigate vacancies. From website updates, to rental […] The post Best Marketing Tips for Filling Rental Vacancies Fast appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Property Management Software

Rentec Direct

JULY 28, 2025

While summer is still here, back-to-school is likely on the minds of residents at your rental property. If you are a landlord or property manager, these ideas can help make the new school year fun for families and students alike, all while promoting community. Like any resident event or rental property initiative, a little thoughtfulness […] The post Back-to-School Ideas for Your Multifamily Rental Property: Infographic appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Rental Property

Rentec Direct

MAY 21, 2025

Buying an investment property can set you up for financial freedom and success, but the wrong investment can do just the opposite, which can cause headaches. If you feel uncertainty surrounding your investment, there are some common problems (and solutions) that you may need to examine. Buying an investment property in a hot market can […] The post Signs You Bought the Wrong Investment Property (and How to Fix It) appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

IT

Rentec Direct

MAY 12, 2025

Caring for your rental property in the warmer months as a landlord or property manager has its share of to-dos, but when accomplished, they will pay dividends. From boosting curb appeal and maintaining outdoor amenities to ensuring HVAC systems are in top shape, these warm weather tips will help you keep your rental properties in […] The post Rental Property Warm Weather Tips for Landlords appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

Rental Property

Rentec Direct

APRIL 14, 2025

Between winter’s historic snowstorms and record-breaking rain, there are many reasons to wonder about the risk of spring flooding this year. With areas experiencing flooding already this season, you may be wondering… Do I have to worry about flooding at my rental property? Dive into what you need to know as a landlord and property […] The post Spring Flooding at My Rental Property appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

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