American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

Because of their capacity to improve an investors cash flow, generate multiple streams of income and boost their net operating income (NOI), multifamily properties are a popular type of real estate investment. Are you taking that big step and purchasing your first multifamily property? Get started by viewing .

Property

Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 16, 2025

Tenant screening is a crucial part of effective property management. It ensures that qualified, responsible renters are placed in rental properties, fostering positive, long-term tenancies. Proper screening helps reduce late payments, property damage, and renter turnover, leading to smoother operations and greater peace of mind.

Property Manager

BetterWho

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

AI in Property Management: Separating Hype from Reality Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various industries, and the property management business is no exception. However, amidst the excitement, it’s crucial for property managers to distinguish between what’s merely hype and what genuinely delivers value.

Property Manager

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

If you run a property management business in 2025, you already know that manual processes simply can’t keep up with the level of responsiveness, accuracy, and oversight that job demands. That’s where property management automation tools come in. This post explores the types of automation tools available to property managers right now.

Property Manager

Buildium

JANUARY 30, 2025

In the previous editions of our property management software buying guide, we covered the basics of how to compare property managers, from key features software should have to assessing pricing models and customer reviews. We also explored specific considerations for multifamily property management software.

Property Management Software

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Property technology often called proptech covers a range of technologies, many of which have an outsized impact on property management. 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.

Property Manager

Yardi Breeze

MARCH 21, 2025

Application fraud detection in property management is always a priority, but its an even bigger issue given that so many interactions occur now online. And given that property managers spend an average of $7,500 per eviction, it can be costly to not take every measure to prevent rental fraud.

Applications

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

The property management industry has changed a lot in recent years. Today, automation stands out as one of the best tools residential property managers can use to improve their operations and enhance residents’ experiences. This post explores the key ways automation boosts property management operations and benefits residents.

Property Manager

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

As the property management industry continues to evolve, so does the technology that supports it. One prime example of this change is the increasing variety of property management leasing software that promises to speed up the leasing process and reduce your workload in the process. What Is Property Management Leasing Software?

Lease

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

With new property management software platforms and features popping up all the time, automated property management systems have moved from the realm of ideas and marketing promises into real, concrete businesses strategies. This post explores examples of automated property management systems across the full spectrum of operations.

Property Manager

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Property management has changed fast. And property managers need tools that help them keep up without burning out. Now: Organized, Instant, and Easy to Track Today, technology in property management bring all tenant conversations into one place. Applications took days. Let the numbers help you make informed choices.

Property Manager

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

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

To tackle all of this while maintaining a consistently high level of service, you’ll need apartment property management software. Apartment property management software acts as the command center for your business. It automates repetitive tasks, keeps information organized, and makes it easier to handle day-to-day responsibilities.

Property Management Software

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

If youre managing rental units, commercial spaces, or mixed-use properties, a solid understanding of proptech and how to use digital tools effectively comes with the job description. This guide dives deep into the realities and opportunities of proptech for property managers ready to move beyond basics.

Property Manager

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Property management has gone mobileand for many professionals, that means managing operations directly from their iPhone. Why iPhone Apps Matter in Property Management The shift to mobile-first property management is all about staying responsive, competitive, and in control.

Property Manager

Yardi Breeze

APRIL 9, 2025

If you have questions about RentCafe websites or how to stand up a great new website for your property management business, stick around. These websites make it easy for them to market their company and properties to potential renters and investors. We offer two types of marketing websites: corporate sites and property sites.

Property

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Property management involves balancing repetitive tasks with high-quality, personalized service. This post details the most valuable property management tasks to automate. Access Control Systems Managing who accesses your properties and when can get complicated, especially in multi-unit or multi-building communities.

Property Manager

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.

Tenant

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

As a landlord, attracting reliable tenants is one of the most important aspects of managing your rental property. Effective marketing helps your property stand out and secure tenants who will take care of it and stay long-term. In this guide, well cover the most effective strategies for marketing residential rental properties.

Rental Property

Buildium

MARCH 20, 2025

Managing rental properties comes with plenty of moving partscollecting rent, handling maintenance requests, keeping up with leases, and tracking finances, to name a few. Weve outlined key features that can help independent landlords become more organized and tackle property management tasks more efficiently.

Property Management Software

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Why Rental Leasing Software Is Becoming a Must-Have for Landlords Many landlords start their journey by handling lease agreements, rent payments, and tenant applications manually. It automates many of the tedious tasks and brings order to property management. Landlords can review and approve them in real-time.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

AUGUST 7, 2025

While a standard property appraisal assesses a home’s market value for sale or refinancing, rental ones dig deeper. They’re designed to deduce a property’s potential to generate income. You can use as a guide to see if the property aligns with your financial objectives and the ROI you’re aiming for.

Real Estate

Yardi Breeze

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

However, weve noticed that its easy to find information about how important AI tools are to learn and use, but its hard to find much about actually using them. If you put the tips in this article into action, you will use AI tools to draft emails, letters, social media posts and listing descriptions better than 99% of property managers.

Property Manager

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 13, 2025

Have you ever wondered how to quickly assess whether a tenant can afford your rental property? Read on to learn more and make informed decisions. As experienced property managers in Washington, D.C., The rent-to-income ratio is a simple, yet powerful, tool that helps landlords gauge financial stability before signing a lease.

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 19, 2025

Technology has fundamentally reshaped the way property managers and their staff interact with residents. With new advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), many tools that properties use for payments and resident communication are being upgraded.

Compliance

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

This detailed guide covers everything residential property managers need to know about apartment management certification. Certification programs emphasize legal compliance and ethical standards to keep you informed. For an overview of the broader property management certifications out there, check out this video: 1.

Apartment Management

Condo Control

JUNE 6, 2025

AI is quickly infiltrating every industry, including residential property management. While it may seem novel today, several tech and property management companies are already experimenting with AI and its potential. AI property management tools can increase productivity by as much as 40% ! But that number will rise.

Management

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

Managing a rental property comes with more work than most people expect—advertising vacancies, answering calls, showing units, and sorting out lease paperwork. A leasing agent is the person who helps landlords rent out their properties, such as houses, apartments, or even commercial spaces like offices or retail stores. Let’s find out.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 28, 2025

Landlords and property managers use them to decide who gets approved, but what exactly are they looking for? As one of the most experienced rental property management in Baltimore , we can tell you for sure that background checks are a big deal for landlords. This way, they can rest assured you’ll do the same for their property.

Apartment

Yardi Breeze

MAY 12, 2025

To help you out, this article will answer common questions about where property managers can find simple legal lease agreement templates. Thats why some property managers choose to write their own rental lease agreements, risking accuracy and legality just as they would with free templates. Who uses free online leasing docs?

Lease Agreement

Rental Housing Journal

JANUARY 21, 2025

Property management and the essential role of policies, written communication and procedures for the year ahead. By The Fair Housing Institute As the new year begins, property management professionals have the opportunity to reflect on foundational practices that ensure both compliance and operational excellence.

Property Manager

McKee Properties

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

At McKee Properties, we know the challenges rental seekers face and want to help you secure the property you love. First Impressions Matter Understand the Market for Bay Park Rentals Bay Parks real estate market is renowned for offering both exceptional homes and top-tier property management.

Applications

Condo Control

JULY 30, 2025

McKinsey & Company , a global management consulting firm, does not cater specifically to community associations; however, it offers lots of quality (and free) information about how organizations can use AI effectively and responsibly. Always treat sensitive information with care and consideration.

Education

Yardi Breeze

APRIL 28, 2025

The ability to handle sales objections can make or break your property management business. Handling sales objections is a critical skill for all sales professionals, and this is no different in property management. Our goal is to help you engage with prospects, address their concerns and guide them toward informed decisions.

Property Manager

ADDA

AUGUST 1, 2025

By transitioning from outdated, manual systems to Expo Village App —a white-labeled version of ADDA ’s unified digital property management platform—Expo Village significantly enhanced operational efficiency and delivered a superior living experience to its residents. These requests were not logged or tracked systematically.

Property Management Software

Condo Control

JULY 4, 2025

Communication AI-powered communication systems provide owners with 24/7 access to information, assistance with booking amenities, reporting issues, and answering common questions. These systems are capable of generating detailed financial reports in real time and providing board members with insights to make the most informed decisions.

Compliance

Condo Control

JULY 4, 2025

Communication AI-powered communication systems provide owners with 24/7 access to information, assistance with booking amenities, reporting issues, and answering common questions. These systems are capable of generating detailed financial reports in real time and providing board members with insights to make the most informed decisions.

Compliance