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

Buildium

JUNE 12, 2025

style.display = block; return false; }); }); } window[MktoForms2] ? --> Published on June 12, 2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS What Is a Property Management Maintenance App? Property maintenance is also a central part of what keeps tenants satisfied, costs under control, and your properties as safe and profitable as possible.

Maintenance

Buildium

APRIL 3, 2025

75% of renters say they would like an online portal for tasks like making payments and submitting maintenance requests. Renters Want All the Information Up Front Renters want a more streamlined property search process. In our Industry report, renters wanted to see unit-specific information in listings.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

And can a landlord break a rent-to-own contract? Responsibilities as a Tenant: Unlike a regular rental, you might be in charge of maintenance and repairs. 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.

Rent

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

American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

Operating costs can consist of property taxes, real estate agent fees, utilities, maintenance, property management fees, homeowners insurance and legal fees. Youll need to attract and retain quality tenants, establish rent collection processes, conduct regular maintenance and repairs and ensure compliance with local regulations.

Property

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

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

BetterWho

MARCH 28, 2025

Property managers and property management companies spend countless hours on administrative tasks, tenant communications, and maintenance coordination. Automating Routine Tasks AI streamlines administrative processes like rent collection reminders, lease renewals, and maintenance scheduling.

Property Management

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

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Expand Knowledge and Build Skills Certification programs cover topics such as fair housing laws, leasing strategies, maintenance oversight, financial management, and tenant relations. Certification programs emphasize legal compliance and ethical standards to keep you informed.

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 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

Buildium

JULY 30, 2025

Before breaking into a new market, research its local landlord-tenant regulations, rent control laws, eviction policies, licensing requirements, and other relevant restrictions. Attend local networking events and join local property management or landlord associations. Not sure where to find them? Here are some ways to do that.

Property Management

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

Buildium

JULY 9, 2025

What pain points do you solve for landlords? Document your processes for onboarding new properties, handling maintenance, tenant screening, and owner communication. Maintenance Management : 24/7 emergency response, vendor coordination, and preventative maintenance. What geographic areas do you serve?

Property Management

Buildium

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Meanwhile, a more absentee investor might want a property manager who can take care of maintenance requests without needing to get them involved. 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.

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

Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

To Provide a Reference for Maintenance: When your staff conducts a move-in inspection, they can use the list to identify repairs that should be made before the new tenant moves in. From the checklist, you can then create and assign maintenance tickets to take care of the issues you found in your inspection.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Maintenance vendors want simple ways to receive and confirm work orders. Property management apps for iPhone let you: Reply to maintenance requests in real time Send messages and updates without delay Upload photos, notes, and videos on the spot This both improves your service and builds trust and keeps everyone on the same page.

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. They can pull up ownership details.

Property

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

This means balancing leasing with maintenance, tenant relations, financial management, and legal compliance. Clear, fair agreements set the tone for a good landlord-tenant relationship. Maintenance and Repairs Maintenance goes beyond cleaningkeeping your property in tip-top shape prevents bigger, more expensive issues down the line.

Lease

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. You can lock and unlock doors as needed, whether a tenant is arriving for a self-showing or a vendor needs to complete maintenance during the turnover process.

Rental Property

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

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.

Insurance

Real Property Management Choice

APRIL 17, 2025

For real estate investors and Carson landlords, effectively marketing and leasing a rental home is the key to maximizing ROI and ensuring long-term profitability. Yet, not all landlords we talk to are leveraging this information to its full potential. Mitigate Risks. If youre not sure how, reach out to us.

Property Management

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. It covers nearly every aspect of property management, including leasing, rent collection, maintenance tracking, and accounting. You are using an outdated browser.

Property Management Software

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 25, 2025

In this guide, we’ll break down what mold is, where it tends to hide, telltale signs you might have it, and what both tenants and landlords can do about it. Main Takeaways Mold is a common issue in rentals often stemming from moisture, poor ventilation, and maintenance, and it presents various health risks. What Is Mold?

Landlord

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Key questions should focus on maintenance policies, guest parking options, safety measures, and the building’s history to ensure there are no surprises after moving in. Being informed about these details helps prevent unexpected costs and restrictions. How Are Maintenance Requests Handled? Is Renters Insurance Required?

Apartment