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. Rental leasing software can transform the way landlords manage their businesses, making tasks easier and faster to complete. Landlords can review and approve them in real-time.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 13, 2025

Have you ever wondered how to quickly assess whether a tenant can afford your rental property? The rent-to-income ratio is a simple, yet powerful, tool that helps landlords gauge financial stability before signing a lease. This quick calculation gives landlords a clear picture of whether the tenant can afford the rent.

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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

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 11, 2025

But then you see the word “co-applicant” on the form, and you’re wondering… what is a co-applicant? Main Takeaways What is a co-applicant? Having a co-applicant can boost approval odds shared income and stronger credit can help secure a rental, but missing payments affects both applicants.

Applications

Buildium

MARCH 20, 2025

Weve outlined key features that can help independent landlords become more organized and tackle property management tasks more efficiently. Unfortunately, many landlords make the mistake of thinking that they can save money by repurposing software theyre already using, like basic word processing and spreadsheet programs.

Property Management Software

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

As a landlord, attracting reliable tenants is one of the most important aspects of managing your rental property. The rental market is competitive, and filling vacancies quickly while attracting high-quality tenants can be a challenge. Income level: Is your property suitable for middle-income earners or higher-end tenants?

Rental Property

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.

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Real Property Management Evertrust

JULY 4, 2025

Tenants are looking for last-minute moves prior to winter. During the peak season, it is advisable to increase your advertising efforts to expand your reach and attract the quality applicants you need for each property. During slower seasons, concentrate on completing planned property renovations and tenant retention strategies.

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American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 20, 2025

AB 2747 is a California rent law designed to make Rent Reporting more accessible, helping Renters build credit while setting clear guidelines for Landlords. A stronger credit score can lead to better financial opportunities, including easier approval for loans and rental applications. What is AB 2747? Click here and use code AAOA10.

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Rental Housing Journal

JULY 15, 2025

Immigration authorities have issued subpoenas demanding that landlords turn over leases, rental applications, forwarding addresses, identification cards and other information on their tenants, according to the Associated Press. A rental application can include work history, marital status and family relationships.

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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.

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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. Take out landlord insurance A landlord insurance policy is meant to protect you as an investment property owner while safeguarding your rental properties.

Property

RL Property Management

JUNE 9, 2025

Worried you’ll pick the wrong tenant this summer? With warm weather comes a flood of rental activity in Columbus, and landlords are rushing to fill vacancies before the season ends. But when you’re moving fast, you risk overlooking warning signs that could turn your next tenant into a long-term headache. You’re not alone.

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

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? In this guide, we’ll break down how apartment background checks work, why theyre important, and what landlords check before they hand over the keys. Lets dive in! How Extensive Are Background Checks for Apartments?

Apartment

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. Why Do Landlords or Property Managers Charge Lease Fees? Let’s unpack it below.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

That’s why some landlords bundle certain utilities with the rent. In most cases, landlords who include utilities in the rent will clearly mention so in their listing with phrases like utilities included. Since its a fixed service local municipalities provide, landlords usually incorporate it into rent payments.

Utilities

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 27, 2025

Luckily, while a high score is important, its not the only thing landlords look at. Let’s break down what landlords consider so you know what you need to do to pass their sniff test. As a rule, the higher your score, the more landlords trust you to handle your money responsibly. What Is a Credit Score?

Rent

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 19, 2025

In other words, the tenant could pay a prorated rent, an amount that reflects the number of days you’ve lived in the rental. In simplest terms, prorated rent generally refers to a rent amount the landlord adjusts according to how many days you’ve lived in an apartment. Furthermore, it can foster tenant loyalty.

Rent

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

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

Instead of juggling it all, many landlords turn to leasing agents for help. 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. Then, once they find a qualified tenant and hand over the keys, their work is basically done.

Lease

Rental Housing Journal

JULY 1, 2025

Tina Kotek has signed a bill that requires landlords to return deposits if rental applicants who haven’t yet signed a lease find the home they’ve applied to is defective. Under the bill, landlords would have five days to return deposits or face a fee equivalent to the deposit they charged or more. Oregon Gov.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 25, 2025

As a landlord, your biggest priority is protecting your propertyand your income. Renting to tenants who can reliably pay on time, every time. Verifying income helps you find tenants who are financially stable and trustworthy. And the best way you can figure that out is verifying your prospective tenants’ income.

Apartment

Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 10, 2025

5 best maintenance practices to keep tenants satisfied and keep the property owner and management out of legal trouble. By Nancy Abrams It is a landlord’s legal responsibility to keep their properties habitable. If they do not do so, their tenants will not be happy and the property owner can end up in court.

Maintenance

Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 10, 2025

Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill to make it illegal for landlords to inquire about a potential renters immigration status, according to Oregonlive.com. The bill would also prohibit landlords from denying to rent a home or apartment to a tenant based on the landlords perception of their immigration status.

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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

Buildium

JUNE 12, 2025

To keep up, landlords and property managers are turning to software that helps them automate tasks, stay organized, and grow their businesses. Stessa at a Glance Stessa was built with the independent landlord and real estate investor in mind. Renters want quick responses, online payments, and a hassle-free leasing process.

Property Management Software

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.

Rental Property

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

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 22, 2025

You could rebuild your rental history with short-term rentals, use honesty as the best policy with potential landlords, rent with a co-signer, and seek legal aid. Landlords and property managers in Philadelphia often use eviction histories to help determine if they should approve rental applications. You can own what happened.

Rent

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. Highlight positive experiences with previous landlords.

Applications

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

Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 23, 2025

In the 10 worst states to be a landlord, it can be tough between taxes, tenants who don’t live up to their lease agreements, maintenance woes, and the cost of maintaining a property. TurboTenant , a property-management software company, compiled the 10 worst states in which to be a landlord based on those factors and more.

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Rental Housing Journal

JULY 25, 2025

California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a stark warning to landlords across the state: Housing discrimination against immigrant tenants is illegal and will not be tolerated, according to a release. Landlords cannot threaten to disclose a tenant’s immigration status in order to pressure a tenant to move out.

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Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Expand Knowledge and Build Skills Certification programs cover topics such as fair housing laws, leasing strategies, maintenance oversight, financial management, and tenant relations. Benefits: Enhances leasing success and tenant engagement, boosting occupancy. Below are some well-known apartment management certifications.

Apartment Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Whether you’re a solo landlord, a property management professional with big ambitions, or a traditional company looking to cut overhead, the idea of going fully virtual has never been more viableor more appealing. This can make some tenants or owners uneasyespecially if they expect an in-person presence.

Property Manager

Rental Housing Journal

APRIL 21, 2025

The bottom line impact of tariffs on residential landlords is that it inflates costs of repairs and renovations and disrupts the supply chain we need for critical products. Here are 5 things landlords can do. The inability to place a tenant in the property can also place undue financial pressure on a landlord.

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