Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

From leasing and maintenance to inspections and bookkeeping, we’ll walk through how these systems are changing the way property managers work. Automated Leasing Systems Leasing is one of the most process-heavy parts of property management, involving listings, lead response, showings, screening, and lease signing.

Property Management

Rental Housing Journal

JANUARY 27, 2025

3 Time to call the professionals If you suspect that there is a bigger problem than the frozen pipes that can be fixed with a little heating, it is definitely advised for property managers to call in professional plumbers. They will have the right tools to assess the frozen pipes and determine whether they should be thawed or repaired.

Tenant

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 16, 2025

Youre stepping into independence bills, leases, your own set of keys. Understand the Lease: Read the fine print it protects you. Heres how to check yours (and yes, its definitely doable even for free): Use free credit report sites. If both your names are on the lease, youre equally responsible for the full rent.

Apartment

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 28, 2025

So, for this report, they’ll check your previous addresses, payment history, lease terms, and reasons for leaving. When landlords look at your rental history report, they want to make sure you have been able to take care of the property, follow the lease, and coexist peacefully with your neighbors. But what are they?

Apartment

Buildium

JANUARY 21, 2025

First: Leasing has become less profitable, with renters moving less often than they have in previous years. However, two of these services are those that property managers tell us are generating less revenue for them due to decreased transaction volume, so thats definitely something to consider.

Property Management

ADDA

JULY 22, 2025

A State-Wise Legal Guide for Residents and RWAs Whether you’re a flat owner leasing out your unit or part of a Resident Welfare Association (RWA) or Managing Committee, understanding Non-Occupancy Charges (NOC) is crucial. These charges often create confusion, disputes, and legal battles within housing societies.

Government

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Small homes = big profits Leasing tiny homes is one of the latest trends in the rental business. Whichever dcor you choose, tiny homes by definition are less expensive to build and decorate, making it easier to afford higher quality furnishings and hardware. All of your policies need to be incorporated into your lease.

Landlord

Buildium

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

But their definition of what qualifies as significant versus slight growth has changed. What we saw was a change in how much those companies plan to expand. Just as many companies told us that they plan to grow by a significant amount over the next two years.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 24, 2025

Local laws, lease terms, and whether the issue impacts habitability will determine how long the landlord has to fix a window screen. Now, here’s the thing — how often landlords must repair window screens depends on what’s written in the lease. Some leases are detailed, while others don’t mention screens at all.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 10, 2025

Dens can definitely increase the rent or overall value of an apartment. And definitely check for easy access to internet and cable connections if you’re thinking of it as an office or media room. Developers are definitely picking up on the growing demand for flexible living spaces. Does a Den Increase Rent or Value?

Apartment

American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

Vacancy rates Before you purchase a multifamily property, be sure to investigate the current vacancy rate in the building and the surrounding area to assess tenant turnover and potential rental income stability.Multifamily homes by definition have multiple units and therefore, separate income sources.

Property

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 29, 2025

Main Takeaways To know if utilities are included in the rent, your answer is simple: look at your lease (and local laws). How to Verify If Utilities Are Included in Rent on Your Lease To verify if utilities are included in your rent, there’s one definitive place you should look: your lease. It’s a staple.

Utilities

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 1, 2025

These improvements are often considered capital assets and may require landlord approval, licensed contractors, and lease review before starting. If the Landlord Initiates It Sometimes, the landlord proactively decides to make value-adding upgrades before leasing the property. So, be clear on what happens when the lease ends.

Landlord

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Heres a quick breakdown of those definitions. This isn’t just limited to the monthly rent; it also encompasses other payments such as advance rent, security deposits, and lease cancellation fees. What Counts as Rental Income? Rental income includes all the payments you receive from tenants.

Rental Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 11, 2025

In this article, well break down what being a co-applicant really means, how its different from a co-signer, what the landlord looks for, and the good (and not-so-good) things you need to know before you sign that lease with someone. They share responsibility for fulfilling the lease terms. Main Takeaways What is a co-applicant?

Applications

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 13, 2025

It doesnt kill them, but it definitely can drive them away. For single-family homes or duplexes, the lease might say the tenant has to handle it, but if the pest problem makes the place unlivable, you still need to step in. So, even if your lease says that pest control is the tenants job, that doesnt fully let you off the hook.

Apartment

Muldoon Associates

JULY 17, 2025

Just Cause Eviction Protections in Colorado Thanks to HB24-1098, landlords must now have “cause” to evict a tenant or even to decline a lease renewal. You can no longer simply let the lease term end and expect the tenant to leave. It’s important that these things are reflected in your lease agreement.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 25, 2025

If tenants are involved, buyers inherit the lease—and property managers can help manage the transition smoothly. Here’s what every investor should understand: The Lease Doesn’t Disappear As a buyer, you’ll inherit the tenant along with the lease. Finally, we can manage lease transfers or end-of-tenancies.

Real Estate

Multifamily Insiders

MAY 20, 2025

Whether it's the rise of self-guided tours, automated follow ups, technology that sells, chatbot leases, and maybe even a system that makes coffee for you (Hmm, I could definitely get behind the coffee thing), we do love the "done-for-you" stuff. We love "set it and forget it" in multifamily housing, don't we? Here's the thing:

Lease

Condo Control

JANUARY 28, 2025

Inventory management waitlists Once the maximum number of spots or spaces have been leased, condos and HOAs can create waitlists to address demand for these shared assets. You may even need to write down times if the desired asset has an established annual renewal date since many people may submit a request to lease it on the same day.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 27, 2025

Now that we know what the definition of a credit score is, let’s now deal with what credit score you need to rent an apartment. Typically, they’ll sign the lease with you, even though they wont be living in the apartment. So, they need to use your credit score to get a better idea of what your financial behavior is like.

Rent

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

So, always check whats included both in the listing ad and your lease agreement to avoid any surprises! Disadvantages of Utilities-Included Rentals Having utilities bundled with rent is definitely convenient. Before signing the lease, you can consider these potential drawbacks to make sure its the right fit for you.

Utilities

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 2, 2025

In that case, it’s definitely important to check out the attics, basements, and even empty units. They might be secretly living there, even between leases. And yes, its definitely illegal. Make sure your lease clearly addresses unauthorized occupants. It could be someone sneaking in and out. Is Phrogging a Crime?

Real Estate

Real Property Management Choice

MAY 29, 2025

There are many brilliant ways to market your rental property so that its leased quickly, avoiding the loss and the stress of vacancy. Youre re-negotiating and renewing the lease agreement year after year. Offer incentives when youre talking about the lease renewal. This is the best way to engage with prospective tenants.

Lease Agreement

RL Property Management

JULY 8, 2025

How Property Management De-Risks the Process Owning rental property shouldn’t feel like a second job, and it definitely shouldn’t keep you up at night. Instead of juggling repairs, chasing rent, or stressing about lease violations, you hand it off to a team that’s done this thousands of times before.

Real Estate

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 18, 2025

Your Personal Financial Profile: While the economy definitely affects mortgage rates, your finances matter, too. We can maximize your returns with in-house accounting, inspections, maintenance, lease enforcement, legal compliance, and more. Lenders look at: Your Credit Score Having a high score (740+) gets you the best rates.

Property Management

Avantio

JULY 7, 2025

This means that any property rented for the short-term qualifies as a vacation rental, while leases over 30 days are considered monthly rentals Florida, subject to different rules. For lease violations, a 7‑day “Notice to Cure” is required before filing for eviction.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

You might know them by the more common term “tenants” They enter into a lease agreement with the landlord, which is basically a contract that spells out both parties’ rights and responsibilities. Now, leases can be sensitive. Most lease agreements prohibit making any changes to the property without prior consent.

Lease Agreement

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 22, 2025

Local zoning laws, rental regulations, and permits dictate whether you can build and lease them , with size restrictions, occupancy requirements, and compliance with tenant rights laws varying by region. As people moved to the suburbs, cities began creating zoning laws that made these spaces harder to build.

Apartment

ADDA

JULY 21, 2025

You should definitely consult a legal expert if: Your community has multiple towers, mixed-use areas, or unclear builder documentation There is disagreement among residents or unclear ownership records You are registering under a newer Apartment Ownership Act and are unfamiliar with the forms (e.g.,

Government

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 26, 2025

Pros and Cons of Renting a Railroad Apartment When it comes to renting a railroad apartment, there are definitely some plus points and downsides you’ll want to weigh carefully. This can definitely cut down on privacy, especially if several people are living there.

Apartment

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 9, 2025

Tenant Management Challenges Dealing with tenants can be time-consuming, particularly if you have multiple units or face issues like late payments, vacancies, or lease disputes. So, that’s definitely something to keep in mind. Don’t be one of them.

Apartment

Host Tools

MAY 30, 2025

Welcome to our definitive Airbnb budget guide! This involves purchasing or leasing additional properties to host on multiple channels. If you’re a short-term rental host looking to maximize your profits while delivering an outstanding guest experience, you’re in the right place.

Airbnb

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 22, 2025

The lease is signed. If youre figuring out what makes sense for your lease, property management companies in Philadelphia often recommend splitting responsibilities based on usage and unit type. That said, some laws (or lease agreements) may actually require landlords to cover certain utilities. The space is clean.

Utilities

Sunstar Realty

APRIL 7, 2025

Lease term: minimum 3 months stay. Opsal is definitely one of the most interesting buildings in the Mount Pleasant / Olympic Village area. Pets: sorry not this one. Absolutely no smoking please. Steps to the world class SEAWALL, Science World, Community Centre, Paddling Centre, and dozens of restaurants.

Transportation

ADDA

JULY 23, 2025

You should definitely consult a legal expert if: Your community has multiple towers, mixed-use areas, or unclear builder documentation There is disagreement among residents or unclear ownership records You are registering under a newer Apartment Ownership Act and are unfamiliar with the forms (e.g.,

Government

Fourandhalf

MAY 28, 2025

Its easier to fund those initiatives, and they are definitely worth the resources. In addition to marketing, Todd likes to see his clients invest in technology, specifically leasing automation. Property managers know their business is missing out if theyre not bringing in more doors.

Property Management