Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

When it comes to renting a property, one the most important services that all landlords should offer their tenants is the ability to make online rent payments. With an online system, payments automatically record, saving landlords hours of manual work.

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 20, 2025

AB 2747 is a California rent law designed to make Rent Reporting more accessible, helping Renters build credit while setting clear guidelines for Landlords. For Landlords, offeringRent Reportingcan encourage on-time payments and attract responsible Tenants. This information must include: The cost to the Tenant, if any.

Landlord

Real Property Management Evertrust

MAY 26, 2025

Communication is vital in forming a strong relationship between landlords and tenants, as it outlines the responsibilities of both sides. Phone Communication: The phone is an outstanding tool for landlords and tenants to communicate effectively. Nevertheless, exercise care and maintain professionalism while utilizing it.

Landlord

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. Confusing or stressful tax reports are easy to manage with important information prepared ahead of time.

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This question often confronts landlords as they deal with the legal landscape concerning the rights of residents with disabilities. In the following article, we will explore whether landlords can legally impose a pet deposit for assistance animals and discuss the legal framework that safeguards these vital companions.

Landlord

Real Property Management Chicago

JULY 3, 2025

As part of the application process, it is vital to gather personal and professional references from prospective tenants along with previous landlords. Both assessments are relatively normal in rental markets nationwide, but some property owners and managers still overlook this opportunity to learn valuable information about their renters.

Tenant

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

As a landlord, attracting reliable tenants is one of the most important aspects of managing your rental property. Social Media Marketing Social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest allow landlords to showcase their properties in a visual format. Use high-quality images and videos to highlight key features.

Rental Property

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

And can a landlord break a rent-to-own contract? Can a Landlord Break a Rent-to-own Contract? Yes, its possible for a landlord to break a rent-to-own contract, but it usually happens for specific reasons. For example, if the landlord is facing difficulties managing the property, they may seek professional assistance.

Rent

American Apartment Owners Association

JULY 3, 2025

Investigators said when the couple would see a negative report to the credit bureaus from previous landlords, they would challenge it, saying it was a mistake and not them. I know the landlord. Source: Fox10News The post Couple Charged with Defrauding Landlords Out of Tens of Thousands in Rent Money appeared first on AAOA.

Rent

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Property management software (PMS) has become a must- have for landlords who want to streamline operations, manage their tenants, and maintain organized finances. For 2025, the top software choice for landlords who need a simple, effective, and inexpensive solution is Innago.

Property Management Software

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Note: This guide is intended to provide general information on rental property tax accounting. If youre a landlord, understanding tax accounting for rental property is a surefire way to get save bookkeeping time while getting most return for your investment.

Rental Property Management

Buildium

APRIL 3, 2025

Renters Want All the Information Up Front Renters want a more streamlined property search process. In particular, theyd like their decision-making stage to be made easier by having more detailed information about available units, alongside having multiple viewing options. They want fee information up front, as well.

Lease

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

American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

Review financial statements The seller should provide you with detailed financial information, including income and expense records, to verify the property’s profitability.The cap rate (net operating income divided by purchase price) evaluates the yield of a property over one year.

Property

Rental Housing Journal

JULY 15, 2025

Immigration authorities have issued subpoenas demanding that landlords turn over leases, rental applications, forwarding addresses, identification cards and other information on their tenants, according to the Associated Press. A rental application can include work history, marital status and family relationships.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

More importantly, what factors influence it, and how can you avoid common mistakes that many landlords make? Monitoring this metric helps landlords assess their propertys competitiveness and make strategic adjustments. Landlords should stay informed about market trends and set competitive rent prices to minimize vacancies.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 4, 2025

Main Takeaways A rent ledger is a document that tracks all rent payments, including amounts, dates, and methods, providing a clear financial overview for landlords. It serves as crucial proof in case of disputes or evictions , simplifies tax preparation, and helps landlords stay organized and plan effectively.

Rent

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

For landlords and property managers, these versatile vehicles can be an enticing option to diversify short-term rental offerings. Because your reputation as a landlord or property manager hinges on the quality of your rental units, ensuring that each motorhome is structurally sound and free of major mechanical defects is crucial.

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? Its a tricky situation.

Landlord

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

Fourandhalf

JUNE 26, 2025

Property managers can educate landlords that there’s value in hiring a professional management team for their rentals. A lot of self-managing landlords, as you know, don’t want to pay someone a percentage of their rent. But what about the landlords and the property owners who don’t know? It has to come first.

Education

Real Property Management Evertrust

JULY 17, 2025

This deposit isn’t similar to rent; it is held in a separate account by your landlord. The goal of a security deposit is to protect the landlord from financial problems in the event of property damage or other expenses. Before you sign your lease, remember to ask your landlord about any fees you might have to pay.

Utilities

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

As a landlord, you need to be prepared. Thats why, as a landlord, its a best practice to encourage your tenants to have insurance. Prepare for possible legal action If the injury is serious, the person may take legal action, especially if they believe the landlord was at fault. Having a paper trail can protect you.

Rental Property

MRI Software

MARCH 5, 2025

Landlords may face various liability risks, from tenant injuries to property damage claims. Without the right protection, landlords could encounter costly lawsuits and unexpected expenses that threaten their investment. This guide will cover what landlord liability insurance is, why its essential, and the key benefits it offers.

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Muldoon Associates

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

What does it take to become a stress-free landlord? There are many compelling reasons for landlords to switch to online payments. With an automated system for signing and storing the lease agreement, youll keep all of your tenants personal information securely stored in the cloud, accessible from anywhere. It saves time.

Rental Property

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

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

Rental Housing Journal

JULY 22, 2025

New survey results from RentRedi , including joint data from BiggerPockets, show a measurable shift in landlord priorities for 2025. The survey shows a 14-point drop in landlords planning to buy, amid concerns over home prices and interest rates. Fewer than 1 in 25 landlords say they plan to sell a rental property this year.

Landlord

BetterWho

MARCH 28, 2025

Customer Service: Managing tenant inquiries and landlord communications. Resident and Landlord Satisfaction Scores (RNPS/LNPS) Faster response times and proactive service result in higher tenant and landlord satisfaction scores. Visit [link] for more information on how to get started!

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 16, 2025

Proof of income Most landlords want to see that you can afford the rent. But when youre apartment hunting, its one of the first things landlords look at to decide if youre a qualified tenant. Landlords usually care more about patterns things like on-time payments, low debt, and no evictions than just the number itself.

Apartment

Rental Housing Journal

APRIL 21, 2025

The bottom line impact of tariffs on residential landlords is that it inflates costs of repairs and renovations and disrupts the supply chain we need for critical products. Here are 5 things landlords can do. The inability to place a tenant in the property can also place undue financial pressure on a landlord.

Landlord

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Certification programs emphasize legal compliance and ethical standards to keep you informed. Fair Housing and Legal Compliance: Learn federal and state fair housing laws, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, eviction procedures, lease agreements, and landlord-tenant laws to reduce legal exposure.

Apartment Management

Yardi Breeze

JANUARY 23, 2025

While hes no longer on the National Board of Directors, his experience in property management and expertise on all things NARPM make him a valuable source of information. Tim : One major change in recent years is how members want information delivered. which focuses on protecting tenants rights, landlords rights and property rights.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 11, 2025

Understanding property ownership is useful for lease clarity, maintenance issues, verifying legitimate owners, and it’s generally legal to research this public information. What’s more, most offices provide this information free or for a small fee. A quick call or visit may give you the owner’s name and contact information.

Property

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

Instead of juggling it all, many landlords turn to leasing agents for help. 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. But what does a leasing agent do, how much do they charge, and is hiring one worth it in 2025?

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 21, 2025

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. Read alongweve broken it all down in simple, relatable terms to help you feel more confident and informed as a tenant. These laws exist to protect renters like you.

Tenant

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.

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