Beach Front Property Management

JULY 30, 2025

Here are the most frequent risk areas—and how a qualified property manager prevents them. Why Property Management Compliance Must Be Core Legal exposure in California multi-family real estate —especially in Los Angeles, Orange County, and Long Beach—is a material risk. At BFPM Inc., At BFPM Inc., to schedule your audit.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The application fee for apartment can seem unfair, especially when it catches you by surprise. What Are Apartment Application Fees? An apartment application fee is a one-time payment you make when applying to rent a place. What Do Application Fees Cover? So, whats the actual cost of an application fee here?

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Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Running a property management company often means either handling or delegating several different roles at once. This post takes a deep dive into property management workflow automation, including what it is, how it works, and the kinds of processes you can redesign to be more efficient.

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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. Once you’re ready, dig into specific software in our follow up post here.

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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. Understanding AI in Property Management AI refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems.

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BetterWho

MARCH 7, 2025

From Chaos to Clarity: How to Create a Remote Team Playbook for Your Property Management Business In todays evolving industry, property management companies are increasingly shifting to remote teams to improve efficiency and tap into a wider talent pool. Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Remote Team Playbook 1.

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Lula

JULY 8, 2025

The financial health and growth of property management companies is more closely tied to resident experience than ever before. Technology is crucial in enhancing renter experience and satisfaction; residents satisfied with renter-facing technology are 87% more likely to recommend their property manager.

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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. Automated rent payment systems simplify this process for managers and residents.

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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.

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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.

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Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Property management has changed fast. Managing rentals used to mean phone tag, hopping from location to location, and endless coordination. And property managers need tools that help them keep up without burning out. Applications took days. Today, tenants expect instant responses. Messages got lost.

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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.

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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.

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Buildium

JULY 14, 2025

In today’s fast-paced real estate landscape, property managers are expected to juggle a growing number of responsibilities—everything from tenant communications and maintenance coordination to financial reporting and marketing. Enhance Tenant and Owner Communication Clear, timely communication is essential in property management.

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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. What Is an Automated Property Management System?

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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.

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Buildium

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

If youve been in the property management business for a while, youve probably witnessed firsthand how proper preventive maintenance can make or break a property’s success.

Maintenance

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Managing apartment buildings means juggling leasing, maintenance, accounting, resident communication, owner relations, and countless other tasks. To tackle all of this while maintaining a consistently high level of service, you’ll need apartment property management software. Leasing and Document Management Paperwork takes time.

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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. Automate access control by adopting smart locks, mobile credentials, biometric scans, or key cards integrated with cloud management platforms.

Property Management

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

As property managers look to do more with less, software that focuses on automating important processes has become more popular. This guide walks you through some of the most use property management automation software that you can start using now. Property Meld® helps property managers get proactive.

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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 Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

This guide dives deep into the realities and opportunities of proptech for property managers ready to move beyond basics. Well explore how proptech reshapes workflows, decision-making, tenant engagement, and portfolio management. This transformation demands property managers move from gut feeling to evidence-based decisions.

Property Management

Buildium

MARCH 20, 2025

Weve outlined key features that can help independent landlords become more organized and tackle property management tasks more efficiently. Fortunately, you dont have to take that risk if you invest in purpose-built property management software. At a minimum, youll want to be able to track income and expenses.

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Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Running a property management business in 2025 isn’t what it used to be. Whether you’re managing 75 units or juggling multiple portfolios, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where property management automation comes in. What Is Property Management Automation? Tenants expect quick answers.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

In a post-pandemic, tech-enabled world, the term virtual property management company has moved from experimental concept to a proven business model. What Is a Virtual Property Management Company? Others are solo operators managing a tight, streamlined portfolio from anywhere with Wi-Fi.

Property Management

BetterWho

JULY 24, 2025

How to Become a Property Manager-and Actually Build a Business If you’ve ever thought about how to become a property manager , you’re not alone. With rising rental demand and more investment properties hitting the market, property management is one of the most sought-after career paths in real estate.

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Yardi Breeze

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

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. Where to use AI in property management The great thing about AI is that if you can use it for one application, you can use it for many.

Property Management

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. The next step is to complete an online application and screening process. Does that sound right?

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Buildium

JUNE 26, 2025

To get more residents through the door, some property managers offer security deposit alternatives. They’re designed to ease the financial burden on renters while still offering protection for property managers in case of damage or missed rent. But today, that upfront cost can be out of reach for many renters.

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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 Management

Fourandhalf

JANUARY 22, 2025

Ray Hespen, who is a frequent flier on The Property Management Show, joined us again to discuss maintenance metrics and how measurement improves resident satisfaction and owner NOI. He was investigating what it would look like if property managers looked at maintenance from a data-driven standpoint.

Residential Property

Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 2, 2025

Handling a noise complaint is one of the biggest challenges for property managers. Excessive noise can disrupt the peace in rental properties, whether it is loud music, barking dogs, or noisy late-night gatherings. Property managers must ensure that the lease specifies designated quiet hours based on local noise ordinances.

Rental Property

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.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 17, 2025

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. What is the Move-In Affordability Plan? That can add up to thousands of dollars.

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Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

Property management automation can be a difference-maker when it comes to saving timebut thats just the beginning. Lets take a closer look at what automation can do for your property management business. Offering an online portal or mobile application can potentially help you cut down on late payments and delinquencies.

Property Management

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.

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Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 24, 2025

As we look to the future of affordable housing in California, strategic property management will play a major role. In cities like Los Angeles and Long Beach, where demand for affordable housing continues to skyrocket, developers and property managers face significant challenges but also some exciting opportunities.

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