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What Does a Leasing Agent Do? Basics You Need to Know

Bay Property Management Group

Managing a rental property comes with more work than most people expect—advertising vacancies, answering calls, showing units, and sorting out lease paperwork. A leasing agent is the person who helps landlords rent out their properties, such as houses, apartments, or even commercial spaces like offices or retail stores. Let’s find out.

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Apartment gate security entry management: Finding your ideal system

Buildium

With rising concerns about property crime and liability and more pressure for tech-enabled, convenient entry options, managing gate security has become both more important and more difficult for apartment managers. This guide explores everything property managers need to know about apartment gate security entry management.

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Top 5 Appliance Repairs Every Landlord Should Be Prepared For and How to Handle Them

American Apartment Owners Association

Owning rental properties comes with a handful of responsibilities. But compressor issues or refrigerant leaks demand licensed HVAC pros. Hang drain catchers and educate tenants on what can go down the garbage disposal. They track signs of wear, set aside repair funds, and educate tenants on operation.

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Meet Stephanie Smith, Director of Property Management for BMG Austin

Bay Property Management Group

At Bay Property Management Group, we are committed to providing exceptional property management services while fostering a culture of growth and teamwork. In this months Employee Spotlight, we are excited to introduce Stephanie Smith, Director of Property Management for our Austin office.

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How to conduct an HOA reserve study: A guide for community managers

Buildium

If not, you can ask your reserve study professional or a licensed contractor to provide you with estimates. Keep stakeholders in the loop through occasional updates in a portal or by hosting brief educational sessions about the reserve fund and how it’s managed. That’s where property management software such as Buildium comes in.

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Florida Short-Term Rental Laws 2025: What Property Managers Need to Know

Avantio

Tug-of-War Between State and Local Regulations What Does This Mean for Airbnb Hosts and Property Managers? Florida Statutes and Regulations Do You Need a License for Vacation Rentals in Florida? State Licensing Requirements Through DBPR Local Permits by County and City What Are the New Rules for Landlords in Florida in 2025?

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Here’s How to Get Rid of Cockroaches in an Apartment Building

Bay Property Management Group

From what we’ve seen through our work in property management in Philadelphia, PA , seeing one cockroach in your apartment doesn’t always mean there’s an infestation, but there are signs you shouldn’t ignore. In multifamily properties, roaches spread easily between units, and what starts in one kitchen can quickly reach several others.