Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 2, 2025

Establish Clear Noise Policies in the Lease Agreement A well-drafted lease agreement should clearly define acceptable noise levels and establish noise ordinance hours that align with local regulations. Property managers must ensure that the lease specifies designated quiet hours based on local noise ordinances.

Rental Property

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 21, 2025

Thats where knowing your Virginia tenant rights makes all the difference. Read alongweve broken it all down in simple, relatable terms to help you feel more confident and informed as a tenant. Main Takeaways What are Virginia tenant rights? What Are Virginia Tenant Rights? What Are Virginia Tenant Rights?

Tenant

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. This helps you spot and fix issues quickly.

Property Management Software

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. Simplifies Tenant Screening: Some platforms provide background checks and credit reports in real-time. Mul tiple payment options.

Property Management Software

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In the meantime, your tenant’s renter’s insurance can help cover the costs. That said, if the tenant or a guest did something to cause the accident, then that could be a whole different story. On the other hand, if the problem is on the tenant, renters insurance can help cover their costs.

Rental Property

American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 20, 2025

For Landlords, offeringRent Reportingcan encourage on-time payments and attract responsible Tenants. By ensuring rent payments contribute to credit history, Californias rent law AB 2747 creates a practical way for Tenants to improve their financial standing while providing Landlords with a tool to promote timely rent payments.

Landlord

BetterWho

APRIL 24, 2025

Tenant Management for Property Managers Understanding the essentials of tenant management , why it matters, and how property managers can improve operations and tenant satisfaction. What Is the Meaning of Tenant Management? Good tenant management ensures smooth operations, tenant retention, and legal compliance.

Property Manager

Buildium

AUGUST 12, 2025

Managing rental properties can feel like spinning plates—accounting, maintenance, legal compliance, tenant issues—there’s a lot to juggle. Whether you’re managing your first unit or your fiftieth, these seven tips will help you build a strong foundation, stay organized, avoid costly mistakes, and keep tenants happy.

Rental Property

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 Manager

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

Property management leasing software is a tool that simplifies managing residential properties by automating key tasks. From lease signings and renewals to tenant communications and rent payments, it tackles the most time-consuming aspects of property management. So, why should you consider adopting leasing software?

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 13, 2025

Have you ever wondered how to quickly assess whether a tenant can afford your rental property? The rent-to-income ratio is a simple, yet powerful, tool that helps landlords gauge financial stability before signing a lease. Read on to learn more and make informed decisions. What is Rent-to-Income Ratio?

Landlord

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

BetterWho

MARCH 28, 2025

Property managers and property management companies spend countless hours on administrative tasks, tenant communications, and maintenance coordination. Slow tenant response times leading to lower satisfaction. Impact: Faster response times, improved tenant satisfaction, and reduced workload for property managers.

Property Manager

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Well explore how proptech reshapes workflows, decision-making, tenant engagement, and portfolio management. Where managers once reacted to tenant calls or maintenance emergencies, proptech lets you act proactively, using real-time data and predictive insights. This lets you schedule repairs before tenants notice anything wrong.

Property Manager

Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

Moving into a new rental property can be an exciting experience for tenants, but it can also be stressful. Coordinating the move, getting the keys, signing the lease, and making sure the unit is in good shape before move-in are all high priorities. What Is a Move-In Checklist? Why Is a Move-In Checklist Important?

Property Manager

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 Manager

Bay Property Management Group

AUGUST 7, 2025

It’s vital for investors to make informed decisions, optimize rental pricing, secure financing, and effectively manage their property portfolio. Here’s why: You Can Make More Informed Investment Decisions A detailed rental appraisal empowers you with the data you need to make sound choices about acquiring new properties.

Real Estate

Real Property Management Evertrust

AUGUST 1, 2025

If you’re the property owner, you may be relying on your tenant for its maintenance. The best landlord-tenant relationships commence with proficient communication. If you’re an owner, ensure your lease clearly specifies who is responsible for each outdoor duty. If anything appears unclear, do not hesitate to inquire!

Maintenance

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 3, 2025

Main Takeaways Lease fees cover the administrative work involved in processing applications and preparing rental agreements. Tenants should always ask about the fee’s amount, due date, and refundability before committing to a lease. What Is a Lease Fee? Why Do Landlords or Property Managers Charge Lease Fees?

Lease

Authority Property Management

MARCH 7, 2025

Selling a tenant-occupied property comes with legal obligations and strategic decisions. Owning an investment property is all about strategy, and sometimes, that means selling while a tenant is still living there. In California, landlords can sell a property even if it has an active lease. But is it possible? Lets break it down.

Lease

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

When everyone uses the same process, follows the same digital steps, and sees the same information, fewer things fall through the cracks. Leasing tasks (screenings, approvals, follow-ups) follow a standardized digital checklist. Instead of asking for updates, owners feel informed and confident. More units = more chaos.

Property Manager

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Digital Lease Generation and E-Signing Once an applicant is approved, the lease agreement is auto-generated using a template populated with data from their application. Automated notifications keep everyone informed without manual follow-up. Tenant Messaging Workflows Systems can trigger messages based on events.

Property Manager

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

They post ads, answer calls from potential renters, show them around the property, and assist with all the necessary paperwork to finalize the lease. Then, once they find a qualified tenant and hand over the keys, their work is basically done. Screening Potential Tenants Leasing agents check applications thoroughly.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Read on to learn more about pet deposits, why you might not get your refund, and your rights as a tenant. Pet deposits are basically a landlord’s safety net, a form of informal “insurance.” You Meet All Lease Terms If your landlord has found you followed the lease agreement (e.g., Congratulations!

Lease Agreement

RL Property Management

JUNE 23, 2025

Finding a great tenant for your Columbus rental property feels good. But the work isn’t over once they sign the lease. The real key to long-term success is keeping those excellent tenants. Many property owners underestimate the full financial and operational toll of tenant turnover.

Tenant

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 29, 2025

As property managers in Philadelphia , we know it’s critical for making sure you’re fully informed about which utilities are included in your rental. On the other hand, some rentals may require tenants to cover water costs, so never assume anything. Always verify what’s included in your lease to be absolutely sure.

Utilities

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Understanding Rent-To-Own Contracts When you enter a rent-to-own agreement, youre essentially signing two deals in one: A regular lease agreement with the plan to buy the property at the end of the lease. Responsibilities as a Tenant: Unlike a regular rental, you might be in charge of maintenance and repairs.

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. Fast, clear action doesn’t just stop the problem—it helps protect your reputation, your income, and your tenants’ health.

Apartment

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Main Takeaways As long as your guests’ stay is compliant with your lease terms, and they don’t cause disruptions or property damage, a landlord typically cannot otherwise tell you who can be at your house. What the Law Says About Visitors in Rental Properties As a tenant, your rental is your home.

Landlord

Muldoon Associates

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

If youre struggling to get a listing put together, late in responding to tenant inquiries, and unable to schedule showings on your time schedule, youre going to face longer vacancy periods and struggle to place a good tenant. Youll get a single listing shared on multiple websites, allowing more tenants to find you and your rental home.

Rental Property

Buildium

JUNE 9, 2025

Review their software platforms, vendor agreements, and maintenance processes. Learn how tenant communications and customer service are handled. This information will help you plan a smoother integration and maintain consistent service. Always negotiate based on data, not emotion.

Property Manager

MRI Software

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Lease audits provide a clear understanding of tenant agreements and ensure compliance with legal and property guidelines. They allow landlords to identify discrepancies in rent payments, lease terms, or operational policies that could lead to financial risks.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 25, 2025

Tenants dream of living in a place they can truly call home. 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. Some tenants even say they notice the smell first before they ever see it. So, how common is mold in homes?

Landlord

Muldoon Associates

JULY 17, 2025

Let’s talk about some of the newest and most important laws in the Colorado landlord and tenant space right now. We have all of the information and insights you need to understand them, so don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if anything feels particularly confusing.

Landlord

McKee Properties

AUGUST 4, 2025

Its blend of suburban charm and urban convenience makes it a magnet for tenants looking for quality housing. When your price aligns with the current market, it attracts quality tenants quickly while maximizing your returns. This level of service increases tenant satisfaction and eases the stress of being the landlord-on-call.

Property Manager

Real Property Management Choice

MAY 1, 2025

Theres a myth that landlord/tenant relationships are adversarial and fraught with conflict. Wed like to flip that narrative around and say that most landlords and tenants want to work together in a way thats collaborative and productive. A long-term tenant relationship benefits you because it provides stability for your property.

Landlord

Esquire Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

They are responsible for a variety of tasks, including maintaining tenant relationships, guaranteeing legal compliance, and assuring financial stability. This includes: Providing owners with regular updates, which include keeping them informed about the status of the property, financial performance, and tenant difficulties.

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