Buildium

APRIL 3, 2025

Enable online rent and deposit payments. Allow for online document signing and distribution. Among the factors that influenced their decision, their perception of the value of their current rental weighed against the rent they’re paying. Allow prospective tenants to apply online directly from listings.

Lease

American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 29, 2025

Why Rental Property Accounting Software is Important for Landlords Before you can understand why real estate accounting software is important, you must first understand what it is. But which option is the best landlord accounting software for you? So, what is property management accounting software and why should you use it?

Landlord

Rental Housing Journal

JULY 14, 2025

The national on-time rent payments rate continues to show signs of strain for independent landlords, according to the June 2025 Chandan Economics & RentRedi report. The report documented three consecutive months of decline, adding to a gradual but steady erosion in on-time payment performance. “On-time

Rent

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

Beach Front Property Management

JULY 30, 2025

AB 1482 Compliance: Common Rent Increase Violations The Tenant Protection Act imposes strict limits on rent increases: CPI-based caps, required notice timing, and exemptions. Frequent violations we observe: Rent increase notices with missing or wrong details Misinterpreting which units are exempt (e.g., At BFPM Inc.,

Compliance

Rental Housing Journal

JULY 8, 2025

By Michael Coleman and Faris Babineaux Associates, Haynes Boone As of May 7, 2025, Washington state has a new rent control law under House Bill 1217. Washington is now the third state in the country with a statewide rent cap, joining California and Oregon. It only applies to increases on or after that date.

Rent

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 26, 2025

Many landlords ask, ‘is rental income taxable?’ ’ Whether you’re renting out one property or several, understanding taxes is crucial for your business’s health. As property management in Baltimore can tell you, renting out a property is a business. Read below to learn more! Is Rental Income Taxable?

Rental Income

American Apartment Owners Association

JUNE 20, 2025

Most landlords encounter the same breakdowns repeatedly. Successful landlords stay proactive. Many landlords clear the drain or tighten connections. HVAC Systems: Seasonal Breakdown Patterns HVAC systems stand out for serious landlord headaches. Landlords juggle many roles—technician, accountant, mediator.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 3, 2025

You may have missed a rent payment or violated your lease, and now the issue has escalated. Your landlord has served you with a notice to quit, and you don’t know what in the world you should do. So, in this article, well break down what a notice to quit in PA is, when landlords can issue one, and what happens after its served.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 16, 2025

Key Takeaways Here’s how to get your first apartment: Gather Essential Documents: ID, proof of income, and credit info show you’re ready. Think Through Roommates: They share rent and legal responsibility. Without the right documents in place, youre not getting the keys. If your score isnt perfect, dont panic.

Apartment

Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

A move-in checklist documents the steps that should be taken before a new tenant moves into the property. The tenant can refer to their move-in checklist to document damage to the unit made before they moved in, so they are protected from unnecessary charges. What Is a Move-In Checklist? Why Is a Move-In Checklist Important?

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 15, 2025

Imagine living in (or renting out) an apartment where rent doesnt jump hundreds of dollars each year. Thats the idea behind a rent-stabilized apartment housing with built-in protections to keep rent increases reasonable and tenants in place. How Does Rent Stabilization Work? So, What Does That Really Mean?

Apartment

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. In this guide, well walk you through how apartments verify income, and the best strategies landlords use to make smart leasing decisions. So, how do you make that happen?

Apartment

Buildium

JULY 9, 2025

What pain points do you solve for landlords? What level of service do you offer (basic rent collection vs. full-service management)? Document your processes for onboarding new properties, handling maintenance, tenant screening, and owner communication. What geographic areas do you serve? Offering tiered service packages (e.g.,

Property 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. Lower Overhead No rent, utilities, or office furniture. Use photo and video documentation.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Imagine going through the long process of renting a place, only to find out your landlord has policies about who can visit. So, can a landlord tell you who can be at your house? However, for the landlord, its also their investment. Can a landlord tell you who can be at your house because of this?

Landlord

Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 25, 2025

Here are 4 things landlords should consider with ICE (Immigration and Customers Enforcement) comes to your rental property from an Arizona landlord-tenant attorney. By Denise Holliday What are landlords supposed to do if and when ICE (Immigrations and Customs Enforcement) arrives at your rental property?

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 21, 2025

Renting a home in Virginia should feel safe, fair, and clear. But leases can be long, landlord policies can feel confusing, and sometimes its hard to tell whats legally correct from whats just how things are usually done. These protections are all part of something called the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (VRLTA).

Tenant

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. On the surface, both offer tools for managing leases, collecting rent, and tracking income and expenses. Renters want quick responses, online payments, and a hassle-free leasing process.

Property Management Software

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

With the right app setup, you can: Check rent status Approve applications Assign work orders Communicate with owners Share documents Track key tasks No laptop or office required. Simplify Documentation Your iPhone becomes your camera, scanner, notepad, and filing cabinet in one.

Property Management

Buildium

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

How to Free Up the Time and Resources to Provide Better Service Before you dive into offering custom services to landlords and board members, its important to create space in your busy schedule. Do they want to receive copies of important documents online or in the mail? How would they prefer for those documents to be delivered?

Property Management

RL Property Management

MARCH 25, 2025

If youre a DIY landlord trying to save time or cut corners, heres some advice: DONT. Because even small screening and lease agreement mistakes can cost you thousands in lost rent, legal fees, and property damage, not to mention time, stress, and lost sleep. This is where many landlords slip. Then someone messages you.

Lease Agreement

MRI Software

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

They help landlords uncover discrepancies, verify compliance with lease terms, and maintain better financial control over their property. They allow landlords to identify discrepancies in rent payments, lease terms, or operational policies that could lead to financial risks. What is the purpose of lease audits?

Lease

Beach Front Property Management

MARCH 12, 2025

Californias real estate landscape is changing with new laws taking effect in 2025, impacting landlords, developers, property owners, and investors. These legislative updates cover resident protections, rent control, property safety, zoning changes, tax regulations, short-term rental restrictions, and corporate ownership rules.

Real Estate

Muldoon Associates

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

What does it take to become a stress-free landlord? After all, theres rent to collect and vacancies to fill and preventative maintenance services to schedule. Youre likely listing your Colorado Springs home for rent on Zillow anyway. There are many compelling reasons for landlords to switch to online payments.

Rental Property

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Thats why landlords often ask for pet depositsto protect their property in the event Fido goes a little too far. Pet deposits are basically a landlord’s safety net, a form of informal “insurance.” If that happens, your landlord can keep however much of it they need to cover the costs or losses you incurred.

Lease Agreement

Property Management Inc.

JULY 14, 2025

Late rent payments can feel like a curveball. Still, tenants missing rent payments somehow becomes a part of the game. Key Takeaways Offer empathy and consistent communication to handle late rent issues while building tenant trust. Understanding Late Rent Payments Managing late rent payments requires more than frustration.

Rent

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 8, 2025

In fact, plenty of people just start paying rent and move inno paperwork, no problem… right? From understanding tenants at will to knowing how eviction protections and security deposits work, well walk you through the key rights every landlord should know even without anything in writing. Read below to learn more.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 17, 2025

Push back on rent increases or fees, and ask for upgrades or repairs to improve your space. Discuss flexible lease terms if your plans are uncertain, and make sure to document everything in writing to avoid future confusion. The terms may changethe rent could increase, or either party might agree on new terms. You can negotiate!

Lease Agreement

Property Management Inc.

JUNE 13, 2025

It allows tenants the opportunity to pay rent, correct lease violations, or leave voluntarily before the situation escalates. Housing laws dictate that a landlord must understand and follow proper required notice period requirements to avoid complications. For nonpayment of rent, a written notice serves as the starting line.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 12, 2025

This guide covers what every landlord and tenant should know about cockroaches in an apartment: why they show up, how to get rid of them effectively, and what the law says about who’s responsible for what. Landlords must address widespread infestations, hire professional exterminators, and ensure buildings remain pest-free.

Apartment

American Apartment Owners Association

MAY 29, 2025

From today forward, every landlord must create and share clear photographic evidence of a units condition at move-in, move-out, and before/after repairs. Yet with endless photos, mismatched timestamps, and clunky file sharing, simple documentation can spiral into chaos. 3,200/case Get CompliantToday AB 2801 is live. Fines start now.

Compliance

BetterWho

JULY 22, 2025

Buildium Academy – Property Management 101 Platform: buildium.com Covers: Rent collection Owner onboarding Daily task management Best for: New hires or RTMs learning operations inside PM software. Document your workflows. From Learning to Leading: What’s Next After Free Training? Here’s how to build on what you’ve learned.

Property Management

ADDA

JULY 30, 2025

Here’s what Tally can’t do (or only with manual workarounds): It won’t auto-remind tenants to pay rent. Resident Engagement & Communication Mobile app for tenants and owners Announcements, polls, and community forums Secure digital document storage (IDs, agreements, etc.) It can’t track lease expiry dates.

Management

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 1, 2025

Sometimes, to make accommodations for the property, the landlord may need to make certain changes that help the leaseholder feel more comfortable. These improvements are often considered capital assets and may require landlord approval, licensed contractors, and lease review before starting.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Most landlords worry about chasing late rent, getting repairs done, or dealing with difficult tenants. How to Handle It : Check for evidence, document everything, and contact authorities if you suspect phrogging. Surprisingly, some landlords have found phroggers on their premises. What Legal Headaches Can Landlords Face?

Real Estate

Muldoon Associates

JULY 17, 2025

That can feel pretty frustrating, especially if you’re a landlord or a rental property owner who is trying to keep up and stay in compliance. Let’s talk about some of the newest and most important laws in the Colorado landlord and tenant space right now. So let’s unpack what this means to Colorado landlords.

Landlord