Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 8, 2025

In fact, plenty of people just start paying rent and move inno paperwork, no problem… right? But it does raise a big question: What rights do tenants have without a lease? Main Takeaways Tenants at willthose renting without a formal leasestill have legal protections in Washington, D.C. Read below to learn more.

Lease

American Apartment Owners Association

JULY 3, 2025

WALA) – Baldwin County deputies have arrested a couple they said defrauded homeowners out of tens of thousands of dollars in rent by refusing to pay. Since 2021, deputies said the couple was able to live for free by not paying rent and dragging out the eviction process, falsifying documents and lying to property owners.

Rent

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Communication automation tools reduce the need for manual touchpoints while still keeping tenants, owners, and vendors informed. Document and E-Signature Automation Tools Leases, disclosures, move-in checklists, inspection forms—document-heavy workflows are a huge part of property management.

Property Management

Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

Moving into a new rental property can be an exciting experience for tenants, but it can also be stressful. A comprehensive move-in checklist can help you do that by making sure that all necessary tasks are completed and that the property is in tip-top condition for the new tenant. What Is a Move-In Checklist?

Property Management

Beach Front Property Management

JULY 30, 2025

In high-regulation markets—especially Los Angeles, Orange County, and Long Beach—it’s critical to follow state and local rules under the Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) and local ordinances. Frequent violations we observe: Rent increase notices with missing or wrong details Misinterpreting which units are exempt (e.g., At BFPM Inc.,

Compliance

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Better Document Management Handling paperwork for residential properties can overwhelm even the most organized teams. Automated document management software collects all these files in one digital location, accessible anytime. Automated document management software collects all these files in one digital location, accessible anytime.

Property Management

BetterWho

MARCH 7, 2025

A well-crafted playbook ensures: Consistency Standardized processes help every team member handle tenant inquiries, maintenance requests, and lease management the same way. Scalability A documented system makes hiring, training, and managing remote property managers easier as your company grows.

Property Management

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Residential rental property landlords have a lot to gain from these advanced tools, from easier tenant management to more accurate, less time-consuming accounting. Manual tracking of rent payments, maintenance requests, and tenant communications can be time-consuming and prone to errors.

Property Management Software

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. Rent Collection and Financial Automation Collecting rent and managing accounting tasks can be extremely time-consuming.

Property Management

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

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Whether youre handling tenant requests in real time, coordinating with vendors, or keeping tabs on finances, the right tools in your pocket can turn hours of admin into minutes of smooth execution. Youll get a full understanding of how to evaluate your choices and use mobile tools that keeps your team flexible and your tenants satisfied.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 17, 2025

In this guide, well walk you through everything you need to know: what a lease renewal is, when to do it, the benefits and drawbacks, how to negotiate better terms, and your legal rights as a tenant. Highlight your value as a tenant by mentioning your reliability and good record. Let’s get into it. What is Lease Renewal?

Lease Agreement

ADDA

JULY 22, 2025

These typically apply when the unit is rented to tenants or kept vacant. Deter frequent tenant turnover or commercial usage in residential zones. The registered owner of the flat, even if the tenant pays it on their behalf. Locked or vacant flats not rented out. Share benefits of rental income with the society.

Government

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 Read the full report here.

Rent

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Today, tenants expect instant responses. In this post, we’ll walk through specific ways technology in property management helps you simplify tasks, stay organized, and keep both tenants and owners happy, painting a practical picture of what different proptech tools look like in action. Owners want real-time updates.

Property Management

Buildium

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Do they want to receive copies of important documents online or in the mail? How would they prefer for those documents to be delivered? Managing tenants: How much involvement would they like to have in the tenant screening process ? When would they like to be informed about problems involving tenants?

Property Management

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

JUNE 9, 2025

Delays and unresolved issues can frustrate tenants, drive up turnover, and chip away at your bottom line. Work order forwarding: Any maintenance issues that can’t be resolved by the tenant are automatically forwarded to your team members for review. They will be prompted to assign a vendor to the job.

Property Maintenance

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Examples: A lease is signed, a payment is late, a tenant submits a request. Example: “If rent is more than 5 days overdue, apply a late fee.” Tenant Move-In and Move-Out Workflows Tenant turnover is one of the most process-heavy parts of property management. Workflow automation flips that mindset.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

When you operate digitally, its easier to: Share detailed reports with real-time data Keep documents organized and shareable Show a clear record of communications, maintenance, and finances The difference is noticeable. Work From Anywhere Without Losing Control Digital tools untether you from the office. They also want visibility.

Property Management

Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

When used strategically, automation can streamline communication, improve response times, and create a better experienceultimately helping you build stronger relationships with tenants and owners. At its core, automation reduces the manual work required to complete everyday tasks, such as rent collection or marketing listings.

Property Management

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

From lease signings and renewals to tenant communications and rent payments, it tackles the most time-consuming aspects of property management. With this software in your toolkit, you can manage everything more effectively, freeing up time to focus on what matters mostbuilding relationships with tenants and growing your business.

Lease

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Specialized Tools Some software tools focus on one specific task—like collecting rent, scheduling maintenance, or screening tenants. Online Rent Collection Tenants want convenient ways to pay rent. Online Rent Collection Tenants want convenient ways to pay rent. Let your software handle it.

Property Management Software

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

As a residential property manager, your role bridges the gap between property owners and tenants, and how well you manage this connection can shape the experience of everyone involved. Think of this as your go-to guide for making yourproperty leasing & managementprocess more efficient and tenant-friendly.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 25, 2025

Renting to tenants who can reliably pay on time, every time. Verifying income helps you find tenants who are financially stable and trustworthy. Main Takeaways The income verification process is a core part of finding qualified tenants who can pay the rent on time. So, how do you make that happen?

Apartment

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

From collecting rent collection to finding leads, we’ll focus on how readily available tools can help you work smarter and more efficiently. Centralize documents using cloud-based integration, creating a secure online repository accessible anytime. Managers and residents find documents quickly through search and filter tools.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 3, 2025

You may have missed a rent payment or violated your lease, and now the issue has escalated. Tenant Action or Payment If the tenant fixes the issue within the notice period or the landlord accepts partial payment, the eviction notice may become invalid. Providing the wrong timeframe can void the notice.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 15, 2025

Imagine living in (or renting out) an apartment where rent doesnt jump hundreds of dollars each year. The price stays steady, the lease keeps renewing, and tenants feel secure staying long-term. In this guide, well break down what rent stabilization really means, who it applies to, and what renters and landlords should know.

Apartment

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Tenants expect quick answers. Leasing and Tenant Onboarding Leasing often involves dozens of small steps, most of which follow a predictable pattern. Send updates to tenants automatically when the status of their request changes. Ask tenants for feedback once a repair is complete. Owners want instant access to data.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

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. They keep track of lease start and end dates, rent increases, and renewal notifications automatically.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Keeping up means learning about the latest proptech trends shaping how we manage, lease, maintain properties, and engage tenants. For property managers who want to improve efficiency and tenant satisfaction, understanding whats trending in proptech makes a big difference.

Property Management

Buildium

JULY 9, 2025

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. Pro Tip: Use a digital storage solution to centralize documents and grant access to those who need them.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Think of it like this: all the tasks still get doneleasing, rent collection, maintenance coordination, owner reportingbut the work happens from laptops, mobile devices, and cloud-based platforms. Lower Overhead No rent, utilities, or office furniture. Use photo and video documentation. Here are some of the biggest upsides.

Property Management

Buildium

MARCH 20, 2025

Managing rental properties comes with plenty of moving partscollecting rent, handling maintenance requests, keeping up with leases, and tracking finances, to name a few. And over time, those missed details can lead to bigger problemslonger vacancy periods, frustrated tenants, and even disputes that could have been avoided.

Property Management Software

Buildium

JUNE 25, 2025

Apartment management demands a careful balance of tenant satisfaction, building upkeep, financial control, and regulatory compliance. Luckily, the same principles apply: keep units occupied, tenants engaged, operations running efficiently, and finances under control. Start marketing units before tenants move out to reduce vacancy time.

Apartment Management

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. No problem.

Apartment

Buildium

JUNE 12, 2025

On the surface, both offer tools for managing leases, collecting rent, and tracking income and expenses. It covers nearly every aspect of property management, including leasing, rent collection, maintenance tracking, and accounting. Two widely used solutions in today’s market are Buildium and Stessa.

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