Genuine Property Management

JULY 25, 2025

California landlords may consider criminal convictions during the tenant screening process, but overly broad or inconsistent rental criminal background check policies can violate housing laws. For California landlords, applicant screening plays a key role in risk management—protecting both the property and other tenants.

Tenant

Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 16, 2025

Tenant screening is a crucial part of effective property management. In this blog, we will learn how property managers handle tenant screening and why this process is importantto creating a successful rental experience for all parties. What Is Tenant Screening?

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Rentec Direct

MARCH 14, 2025

Most rental applications will ask for salary and annual income, which can be straightforward for someone with a traditional paystub to prove.

Applications

Rentec Direct

MARCH 28, 2025

Landlords are required to provide an Adverse Action Notice to rental applicants if they are denied housing based on information found in a consumer report, like a credit report or criminal background report. Dive into what you need to know as a landlord or property manager in this video with Rentec Direct’s Kaycee Miller.

Applications

Genuine Property Management

JULY 17, 2025

Discover the best way to find tenants for rental property with tips on listings, pricing, marketing platforms, and streamlining the application process.

Tenant

RL Property Management

JUNE 9, 2025

Worried you’ll pick the wrong tenant this summer? But when you’re moving fast, you risk overlooking warning signs that could turn your next tenant into a long-term headache. Your First (and Best) Line of Defense: Why Screening Matters More Than Ever Tenant screening is more than just a formality. You’re not alone.

Applications

Buildium

APRIL 3, 2025

From renters wanting to embrace technology throughout their property search and leasing process to property managers finding ways to increase tenant retention in light of renters dwindling financial health, this post will provide key insights on what you can do to keep growing. Allow prospective tenants to apply online directly from listings.

Lease

Buildium

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Property management marketing isn’t just about listing properties; its about creating a brand, engaging with potential tenants, and maintaining relationships with current ones. Poor Property Listings A property listing is often the first impression potential tenants have of a property. Ignoring SEO There are no two ways about it.

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ADDA

JULY 22, 2025

These typically apply when the unit is rented to tenants or kept vacant. Deter frequent tenant turnover or commercial usage in residential zones. The registered owner of the flat, even if the tenant pays it on their behalf. Key Government Guideline: RWAs cannot charge tenants more than owners for maintenance.

Government

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 17, 2025

And more importantly, could it make a real difference for tenants across the city? Main Takeaways The Move-In Affordability Plan in Philadelphia aims to ease financial burdens by capping application fees at $20, allowing security deposits to be paid in four monthly installments, and eliminating redundant fees for multiple applications.

Applications

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Examples: A lease is signed, a payment is late, a tenant submits a request. Tenant Move-In and Move-Out Workflows Tenant turnover is one of the most process-heavy parts of property management. Application Review and Leasing Workflows The leasing process moves quickly and requires coordination across several touchpoints.

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Real Property Management Evertrust

MAY 26, 2025

Communication is vital in forming a strong relationship between landlords and tenants, as it outlines the responsibilities of both sides. This not only enhances the tenant experience but also strengthens the overall relationship between the parties involved. The name and address of the tenant.

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BetterWho

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

This article delves into the practical applications of AI in property management, highlights tools making a real impact, and debunks common myths surrounding AI in the industry. In the context of property management, AI encompasses tools and applications designed to automate tasks, analyze data, and enhance decision-making processes.

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Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Communication automation tools reduce the need for manual touchpoints while still keeping tenants, owners, and vendors informed. Leasing and Application Automation Tools Leasing automation goes beyond streamlining applications to support the entire prospect-to-tenant journey, helping teams move faster while maintaining thorough vetting.

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McKee Properties

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This guide will walk you through actionable tips to create a compelling rental application, improve your chances of success, and make a lasting impression on property management teams for Bay Park apartment rentals and homes alike. Photo ID: A valid form of identification ensures a streamlined application process.

Applications

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

For example, property managers can now use natural-language processing chatbots to resolve common tenant issues, machine learning algorithms to predict maintenance issues, and computer vision to offer virtual tours to rental applicants. Enhanced Tenant Experience: Unlike human customer support agents, AI chatbots never get tired.

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Tracking payments, handling lease agreements, responding to tenant inquiries, and staying on top of maintenance requests often leads to a never-ending cycle. This guide explores how rental leasing software helps landlords make every leasing tasks more efficient and enhance tenant experiences.

Lease

Beach Front Property Management

JULY 30, 2025

In high-regulation markets—especially Los Angeles, Orange County, and Long Beach—it’s critical to follow state and local rules under the Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) and local ordinances. Managing leases without managing legal exposure can lead to significant financial and reputational damage. At BFPM Inc., At BFPM Inc.,

Compliance

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 3, 2025

Main Takeaways Lease fees cover the administrative work involved in processing applications and preparing rental agreements. Tenants should always ask about the fee’s amount, due date, and refundability before committing to a lease. Preparing a rental for a new tenant involves several important steps before move-in day.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 13, 2025

Have you ever wondered how to quickly assess whether a tenant can afford your rental property? In this article, well help you understand how to calculate the rent-to-income ratio, why it matters to you as a landlord, and what to do if a tenant doesnt meet the threshold. As experienced property managers in Washington, D.C.,

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Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

For property managers, understanding proptech and the various tools and platforms that fall under its umbrella helps you stay ahead of the curve, save time, and improve tenant experiences. It also allows you to keep tenant communication clear and transparent through centralized messaging systems.

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Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

Then, once they find a qualified tenant and hand over the keys, their work is basically done. Handling Tenant Inquiries Leasing agents are the first point of contact for renters showing interest. When potential tenant wants to confirm the rent price or an email asking to schedule a tour, they contact them.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 27, 2025

When landlords see that you are dependable in other ways, they might consider your application anyway. Landlords might be more willing to accept your application if you share the rent with someone whose score is higher. They can vouch firsthand that you paid on time, maintained the property, and were an all-around good tenant.

Rent

Buildium

MAY 12, 2025

You’ll be able to reference this consistent digital record when reaching out a tenant about any delinquencies or while simply monitoring the health of your business. Bonus points if the accounting software you choose lets you accept rental applications and application fees online. #5:

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Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Today, tenants expect instant responses. In this post, we’ll walk through specific ways technology in property management helps you simplify tasks, stay organized, and keep both tenants and owners happy, painting a practical picture of what different proptech tools look like in action. Applications took days.

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BetterWho

MARCH 7, 2025

A well-crafted playbook ensures: Consistency Standardized processes help every team member handle tenant inquiries, maintenance requests, and lease management the same way. Core values Are you focused on exceptional customer service, efficiency, or tenant satisfaction? Make sure your team knows what theyre working toward.

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Buildium

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This guide will help you develop and implement an effective preventive maintenance strategy that saves money, preserves property value, and keeps tenants happy. Higher Property Values: Properties with documented maintenance histories typically command higher resale values and attract better tenants.

Maintenance

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Digital Lease Generation and E-Signing Once an applicant is approved, the lease agreement is auto-generated using a template populated with data from their application. Scheduled Rent Reminders Systems automatically send email or SMS reminders to tenants a few days before rent is due, helping reduce late payments.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 28, 2025

Landlords use them for these things: To check if the tenant poses a danger to people or the property One of a landlord’s goals in doing a background check is to see if the person has a demonstrated recent history of being a risk to people or properties. To check your rental history Landlords need to know a tenants rental history.

Apartment

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.

Landlord

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Well explore how proptech reshapes workflows, decision-making, tenant engagement, and portfolio management. Where managers once reacted to tenant calls or maintenance emergencies, proptech lets you act proactively, using real-time data and predictive insights. This lets you schedule repairs before tenants notice anything wrong.

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American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

These factors can affect a propertys value and its appeal to tenants. That means that if one tenant moves out, you will still receive income from the other tenants. Analyze the neighborhoods growth potential, property valuations, rental demand, crime rate and school district ratings as well as future development plans.

Property

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Tenants submit work orders through a mobile-friendly portal, and the system automatically routes the issue to in-house techs or trusted vendors based on rules you set. The platform automates everything from online rent payments and late fee enforcement to lease renewals and tenant onboarding.

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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. – Video appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

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RL Property Management

JUNE 2, 2025

Summer is leasing season… are you ready to capture the best tenants before theyre gone? In Columbus, the summer months bring a rush of tenant movement. High-quality tenants dont just stumble onto a great rental. Your ideal tenant isnt just someone who pays rent on time (though thats a must).

Tenant

Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

When used strategically, automation can streamline communication, improve response times, and create a better experienceultimately helping you build stronger relationships with tenants and owners. Adding the right automated tools to your tech stack also helps you improve the experience for owners and tenants.

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Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Tenants expect quick answers. Leasing and Tenant Onboarding Leasing often involves dozens of small steps, most of which follow a predictable pattern. A few ways it can do this is by: Setting up automatic responses to new rental inquiries with links to schedule showings or start applications. Owners want instant access to data.

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