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Rental property maintenance software for landlords

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If youre renting out your property, its only a matter of time before youll need to make an emergency repair, conduct a routine inspection, or invest in preventative maintenance. Because maintenance is such an important and constant responsibility for landlords, it pays to have software that can help lighten the load.

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HOA maintenance schedules: How to stay organized and keep residents happy

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In any homeowners association (HOA), maintenance goes beyond mowing lawns or cleaning sidewalksits about creating a community that feels safe, cared for, and well-managed. Thats why buttoned-up HOA maintenance scheduling is important. Each type of maintenance requires a different scheduling approach.

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Building a Competitive Property Management Maintenance Team: It’s More Just Hiring

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But if youre like many property managers, you probably started out by relying on vendors to deliver maintenance services. As your portfolio grows, though, building an in-house maintenance team can put your company at an advantage. This role can be part-time or full-time and may still be a 1099 contractor.

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Can You Deduct Your Own Labor on a Rental Property, Answered

Bay Property Management Group

After all, hiring contractors is deductible, so shouldnt your own hard work count too? However, there are other ways you can save on your rental expenses, like contractor and material costs. The IRS only allows deductions for real expenseslike paying contractors, buying materials, or hiring property managers.

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Everything you need to know about apartment management in 2025

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This guide covers what you need to know about leasing, communication, maintenance, budgeting, staffing, compliance, technology, and growth strategies. Use digital tools such as tenant portals, SMS platforms, or messaging apps to keep renters informed about maintenance, building updates, rent changes, or policy shifts.

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The Impact of Inflation on Rental Property Investment Projects

Bay Property Management Group

Possible Downsides Higher Maintenance Costs: Inflation makes repairs and upkeep more expensive since labor and materials cost more. To stay ahead, consider locking in service contracts at fixed rates or setting aside a maintenance fund for surprise expenses. Should You Invest in Rental Properties During Periods of Inflation?

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Best practices for expanding your property management portfolio into new markets

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Building Local Partnerships Partner with local real estate agents, contractors, and real estate lawyers. Utilizing Property Management Software Comprehensive property management software lets you centralize operations across multiple markets on a single platform. Not sure where to find them? Here are some ways to do that.