Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Communication Automation Tenants, vendors, and staff receive real-time updates as the request moves through each stage; approved, scheduled, in progress, and completed. Scheduled Rent Reminders Systems automatically send email or SMS reminders to tenants a few days before rent is due, helping reduce late payments.

Property Management

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

On average, the units have been rented out within 30 days and there have been minimal concerns from existing tenants. Preparing your tiny home for tenants The aesthetics and style you choose for your tiny house rental property can have an impact on the type of renters you attract. Can tenants have parties or pets?

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 28, 2025

Landlords use them for these things: To check if the tenant poses a danger to people or the property One of a landlord’s goals in doing a background check is to see if the person has a demonstrated recent history of being a risk to people or properties. To check your rental history Landlords need to know a tenants rental history.

Apartment

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Heres a quick breakdown of those definitions. Rental income includes all the payments you receive from tenants. For instance, if a tenant pays you in December for Januarys rent, you report that income in the year you received the payment, which is December. What Counts as Rental Income?

Rental Property Management

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

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 23, 2025

Cons of Buying a Duplex: Managing a duplex comes with added responsibilities, such as handling tenant disputes, increased maintenance costs, and financing complexities that may differ from single-family homes. If you rent out both units, youre earning from two tenants instead of one. What Is a Duplex?

Single-Family Home

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. Although the landlord may check your credit, they may be more flexible about your score since an established tenant is already taking on some of the rental responsibilities.

Rent

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 24, 2025

This guide will help you determine when it’s the landlord’s responsibility to fix them and when it might fall to the tenant. It’s a small detail, but it really helps create clarity between landlords and tenants. Meanwhile, if the tenant caused the damage, they may be responsible for covering the cost — more on that below.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 22, 2025

Key challenges include higher upfront costs, increased tenant management, and limited market inventory compared to other property types. In some fourplexes, tenants might share a main hallway or entrance, but once inside their unit, it’s completely private. More Tenants, More Management With more units comes more responsibility.

Single-Family Home

InveServe

JULY 9, 2025

This guide will introduce you to key terms and definitions, elements of a commercial lease, and common mistakes to avoid. For example, the office market , while showing signs of stability, can still have many empty spaces, often putting tenants in a stronger bargaining position. For the tenant, this means predictable budgeting.

Commercial Property

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 1, 2025

we’ve come across all sorts of leasehold improvements — each tailored to help tenants get the most out of their space. Tenants might want an extra office, a meeting room, or just a more open space. Lighting Changes Lighting is one of those things tenants often tweak to fit their style or needs, and it’s pretty common.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 4, 2025

In this guide, we break down what a ground lease really means, how it works, the pros and cons for both the investing tenants and landlords, and the key things to consider before signing on the dotted line. A ground lease is an agreement that lets a tenant lease land and develop it during a set periodusually for 50 to 99 years.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Most landlords worry about chasing late rent, getting repairs done, or dealing with difficult tenants. Sometimes, it even happens in rental units that are sitting empty between tenants. In that case, it’s definitely important to check out the attics, basements, and even empty units. You change the locks between tenants.

Real Estate

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 2, 2025

During this period, the tenant occupies the property with the understanding that the fixed lease won’t automatically renew. For example, you may be able to break it if both the tenant and the landlord agree, or there is a serious legal reason (such as major habitability issues ). However, otherwise, you typically will be stuck.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 16, 2025

But when youre apartment hunting, its one of the first things landlords look at to decide if youre a qualified tenant. Heres how to check yours (and yes, its definitely doable even for free): Use free credit report sites. Others prefer one main tenant. Dont worry its easy to find out where you stand. Ask upfront.

Apartment

Yardi Breeze

MARCH 26, 2025

A quick look back Interviewer : In his 2021 interview with us, Henry Chamberlain said professional property managers are going to be more in demand given tenants increased expectations for services. Tenants expectations have also evolved. Mary Lue : Im definitely part of a new rule. Has that turned out to be true?

Real Estate

Muldoon Associates

JULY 17, 2025

Let’s talk about some of the newest and most important laws in the Colorado landlord and tenant space right now. 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.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 13, 2025

As a landlord, you’re used to juggling everything from repairs to tenant concerns, but tiny invaders like ants can still catch you off guard. And if youve had tenant complaints or noticed ants becoming a recurring problem, it might help to see how property management companies in Washington, D.C. Tenant Bill of Rights.

Apartment

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 29, 2025

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. On the other hand, some rentals may require tenants to cover water costs, so never assume anything. A lease serves as your manual to the rules of your lease.

Utilities

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 25, 2025

If tenants are involved, buyers inherit the lease—and property managers can help manage the transition smoothly. What Pending Means for Tenants As an investor, pending means you’re one step closer to ownership—but also one step closer to becoming a landlord (if you’re not already). What Does Pending Mean in Real Estate?

Real Estate

Yardi Breeze

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

If youre trying to get better at AI tools like ChatGPT , youve probably already seen your share of explanations, descriptions, definitions and guides on the importance of artificial intelligence (AI). 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 Manager

RL Property Management

JULY 8, 2025

From long-term equity growth to strong tenant demand and smart management strategies, we’ll explain why holding, or even buying another property, is a move well worth considering right now. If you’re on the fence about whether to keep renting or cash out, remember: strong tenant demand = consistent returns. What does that mean for you?

Real Estate

Real Property Management Choice

MAY 29, 2025

Create a Rent-Ready Property That Tenants Cant Ignore Pay attention to the propertys functionality and aesthetics before listing it. Prospective tenants dont want to see a property that still needs work; they want to see a property thats move-in ready. Prospective tenants should walk in and immediately imagine themselves living there.

Lease Agreement

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

A lease violation occurs when a tenant doesnt follow the lease terms they agreed to. Either way, committing a lease violation can lead to tenants getting a warning, being fined, or even facing an eviction. Either way, committing a lease violation can lead to tenants getting a warning, being fined, or even facing an eviction.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 11, 2025

When Your Income Alone is Not Enough: Landlords usually require tenants to earn a certain amount to qualify for renting. You definitely dont want to end up on the wrong side of a leaseor the law in that matter. They give your landlord an extra safety net in terms of financial security.

Applications

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 9, 2025

Main Takeaways Apartments provide steady rental income and lower maintenance responsibilities , thanks to shared building management, multiple tenants, and tax benefits. However, ongoing costs and tenant management can be challenging. So, that’s definitely something to keep in mind. Don’t be one of them.

Apartment

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. For example, you’ll need to stay in the loop about tenant rights, rent control measures, and licensing requirements.

Apartment

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 18, 2025

Your Personal Financial Profile: While the economy definitely affects mortgage rates, your finances matter, too. At Bay Property Management Group, our services can take care of virtually everythingfrom finding reliable tenants to making sure your property stays in top shape.

Property Management

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. Right to Privacy As a tenant, you have the right to privacy in your rented home. Ready to dive in? Lets get started!

Lease Agreement

MRI Software

JULY 1, 2025

Increased Credit for Developments Serving Extremely Low-Income Tenants – Projects dedicating at least 20% of units to households earning 30% or less of the area median income will receive a higher tax credit, making such developments more financially viable. Track utility usage to identify inefficiencies.

Compliance

Avantio

JULY 7, 2025

Eviction and Notice Updates For non‑payment of rent, landlords must now give 3 days’ written notice, allowing tenants to pay or vacate before legal action is taken. Whether you are renting for long-term or short-term stays in Florida, you are bound by certain laws.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 21, 2025

You could be missing tenant payments or not accounting for expenses and revenue per client. This can definitely save hours when finalizing your bank reconciliations at the end of each month. Theres a lot of liability to bad accounting, especially for a property management company, says Brandon Hall, The Real Estate CPA.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 22, 2025

The next tenant is ready to move in. In this guide, well walk you through how to transfer utilities to tenants the right way. Whether you manage one unit or several, knowing how to transfer utilities when renting can save you from last-minute calls, awkward billing mix-ups, and frustrated tenants. The lease is signed.

Utilities

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 16, 2025

Landlord responsibilities – If dust issues stem from poor HVAC maintenance or insulation problems, tenants can request repairs or upgrades to ensure better air quality. When tenants spot layers of dust building up, they’re often unsure if it’s a bigger issue—or just a sign that the place needs a deep clean. Absolutely.

Apartment

Sunstar Realty

APRIL 7, 2025

Opsal is definitely one of the most interesting buildings in the Mount Pleasant / Olympic Village area. We do not charge prospective tenants any handling fees, application fees or processing fees. Steps to the world class SEAWALL, Science World, Community Centre, Paddling Centre, and dozens of restaurants. V5R 5J6. -

Transportation

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 20, 2025

Main Takeaways How to stop smells from coming through vents in apartment: Tenants can reduce smells by using odor neutralizers, cleaning vents, running exhaust fans, and keeping their space tidy while waiting for landlord intervention. Keep Your Space Tidy As simple as this sounds, it definitely has an impact.

Apartment

Real Property Management Chicago

AUGUST 27, 2021

Then again, if you say that the definition of an asset is a means of generating cash flow, it might be that your most valued asset isn’t your property but your tenant. If your tenants leave frequently, it will be less likely that you will see any profits from your rental property. Why is this good?

Tenant