Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 10, 2025

5 best maintenance practices to keep tenants satisfied and keep the property owner and management out of legal trouble. If they do not do so, their tenants will not be happy and the property owner can end up in court. Prioritize Maintenance Requests Determine whether the need is urgent or an emergency.

Maintenance

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

T&H Realty

JULY 28, 2025

I still feel that familiar sting when a maintenance charge trims the rent deposit. If you’ve ever thought, “I could fix that for five bucks,” you’re not wrong — if you have the time, tools, expertise, transportation, scheduling bandwidth, and insurance. per mile for fuel, wear‑and‑tear, insurance, and depreciation.

Maintenance

Beach Front Property Management

MARCH 26, 2025

Effective crisis management is essential in property management to handle unexpected challenges like natural disasters, maintenance emergencies, resident disputes, and financial setbacks. Maintenance Failures Plumbing, electrical, and HVAC system breakdowns can lead to costly repairs if not addressed promptly.

Property Management

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. Benefits: Enhances leasing success and tenant engagement, boosting occupancy.

Apartment Management

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

Buildium

MAY 15, 2025

You already know how to handle tenants, maintenance, budgeting, and legal compliance. Skills such as tenant screening, handling maintenance, and navigating local regulations directly transfer to rental ownership. Look for areas with job growth, good schools, and tenant-friendly amenities. The best part?

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

For example: Maintenance requests are assigned and tracked in a shared queue. 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. They also want visibility.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Oftentimes, landlords exclude them because of how much tenants’ usage amounts can vary, or because of provider-specific agreements. Heres what youll likely need to budget for: Electricity This is almost always the tenants responsibility since each household’s usage looks different from one another.

Utilities

MRI Software

MARCH 5, 2025

Landlords may face various liability risks, from tenant injuries to property damage claims. This guide will cover what landlord liability insurance is, why its essential, and the key benefits it offers. What is landlord liability insurance? Why do landlords need liability insurance?

Insurance

Genuine Property Management

MAY 7, 2025

Renting a house with a pool in California can be a great investment thats highly appealing to potential tenants. From safety regulations and maintenance to liability and insurance, theres a lot to consider before handing over the keys. But with that added luxury comes increased responsibility.

Rent

Beach Front Property Management

JUNE 18, 2025

From late-night maintenance requests to navigating complicated housing laws, many owners reach a point where they start looking into professional help. When most people think about property management, they picture someone collecting rent or handling basic maintenance. Screen and place tenants more effectively.

Property Management

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

From automating maintenance requests to digitizing utility billing, today’s best software tools are reshaping what’s possible for teams of every size. Property Meld: Automating Maintenance Workflows Maintenance management is often the most reactive—and chaotic—part of property operations.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 4, 2025

If you’re managing multiple tenants—or thinking of expanding your portfolio— property management in Washington, D.C., In practical terms, see it as a clear summary of your rental income, organized by tenant and lease. Payment method: Whether the tenant used cash, M-Pesa, bank transfer, or any other method.

Rent

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 26, 2025

After all, youre managing tenants, maintaining the property, and, of course, getting income. But generally, any money you getwhether its from monthly rent, advance payments, or even services tenants provide instead of rentmust be reported to the IRS and your local tax authorities. Read below to learn more! Is Rental Income Taxable?

Rental Income

Real Property Management Choice

APRIL 17, 2025

Data analytics help you understand renter demographics, revealing who your tenants are likely to be and what kind of amenities and features might appeal to them. You can expect to pinpoint where demand is highest and how to reach prospective tenants. This allows you to stay ahead of market trends. Enhance Cash Flow Management.

Property Management

Buildium

JUNE 12, 2025

It covers nearly every aspect of property management, including leasing, rent collection, maintenance tracking, and accounting. You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience and security. Buildium stands out for its ability to grow with your business.

Property Management Software

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. Additionally, inquire about renters insurance requirements, potential rent increases, and pest control policies to avoid unexpected expenses and inconveniences.

Apartment

InveServe

JULY 9, 2025

For example, the office market , while showing signs of stability, can still have many empty spaces, often putting tenants in a stronger bargaining position. For the tenant, this means predictable budgeting. Single Net (N) Lease The tenant pays their base rent plus an agreed-upon part of the property taxes.

Commercial Property

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

For instance, if a landlord rents out an apartment, they’re a lessor making a rental agreement with a tenant (lessee). For example, the lessor could be a landlord renting out an apartment, a tenant subletting their rental, a business leasing out office space, or even someone renting out equipment. Who is the Lessee? utilities).

Lease Agreement

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

On average, the units have been rented out within 30 days and there have been minimal concerns from existing tenants. Preparing your tiny home for tenants The aesthetics and style you choose for your tiny house rental property can have an impact on the type of renters you attract. Can tenants have parties or pets?

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 22, 2025

Key challenges include higher upfront costs, increased tenant management, and limited market inventory compared to other property types. In some fourplexes, tenants might share a main hallway or entrance, but once inside their unit, it’s completely private. More Tenants, More Management With more units comes more responsibility.

Single-Family Home

Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 24, 2025

Many landlords require renter’s insurance, but others are still not requiring it or verifying it, according to a new study. Smaller landlords are 60% more likely to require renters’ insurance than landlords with larger portfolios.

Insurance

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Even though you cant claim a tax deduction from your hands-on work, it increases your propertys appeal and market value, which can attract better tenants and higher rent in the long run. Insurance Premiums Any money you spend on insurance for your rental property can be deducted from your taxable income.

Rental Property

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 1, 2025

In this article, we’ll look at some common leasehold improvements, compare them with regular maintenance, discuss who typically pays for them, share a few tips, and more. Main Takeaways Leasehold improvements are custom changes made to rental spaces—like adding walls or upgrading lighting—to better suit a tenant’s needs.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 15, 2025

In fact, property management companies in Northern Virginia often assist the owners in handling everything—from finding great tenants to keeping up with repairs and maintenance. For tenants, this means a quieter living experience. Tenants love the extra room for friends, pets, or weekend barbecues.

Real Estate

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 4, 2025

In this guide, we break down what a ground lease really means, how it works, the pros and cons for both the investing tenants and landlords, and the key things to consider before signing on the dotted line. A ground lease is an agreement that lets a tenant lease land and develop it during a set periodusually for 50 to 99 years.

Lease

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Rental income includes all the payments you receive from tenants. For instance, if a tenant pays you in December for Januarys rent, you report that income in the year you received the payment, which is December. Heres a quick breakdown of those definitions. What Counts as Rental Income?

Rental Property Management

BetterWho

JULY 24, 2025

The property manager role typically includes: Marketing and leasing rentals Coordinating maintenance Communicating with tenants and owners Handling rent collection and evictions Managing vendor relationships Staying compliant with local and federal laws It’s a rewarding but demanding job.

Property Management

California Leasing & Management

JUNE 11, 2025

Does the standard fee include tenant placement, rent collection, routine inspections, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting? What is Your Tenant Screening Process? The quality of your tenants directly impacts your investment. How Do You Handle Property Maintenance and Repairs? quarterly?)?

Property Management

Authority Property Management

MARCH 14, 2025

Generate Passive Income and Build Long-Term Wealth Renting out your home can create a steady stream of passive income, which can help cover the mortgage, property taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs. This means that having a tenant in your current home could help you qualify for a more expensive or desirable primary residence.

Rental Property

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 16, 2025

During this time, they can renovate the units, raise rents, and manage tenants as if it’s their own property. The lessee takes charge of managing the property, including finding tenants, collecting rent, handling repairs, and even upgrading spaces. They’re in charge of virtually everything—from repairs to collecting rent.

Real Estate

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.” Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Legally, are pet deposits refundable? What Are Pet Deposits?

Lease Agreement

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Most landlords worry about chasing late rent, getting repairs done, or dealing with difficult tenants. Sometimes, it even happens in rental units that are sitting empty between tenants. Personal items that dont belong: Finding random belongingsclothes, backpacks, food wrappersthat dont belong to you or your tenants is a huge red flag.

Real Estate

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 2, 2025

Lets look at them both: Front-End DTI (Housing DTI) The front-end DTI focuses only on housing expensesthings like your mortgage payment, property taxes, homeowners’ insurance, and HOA fees, if applicable. Meanwhile, g roceries, utilities, insurance, phone bills, and entertainment expenses don’t typically count as debt.

Real Estate

Authority Property Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

AB 2622: How Californias New $1,000 Rule Benefits Landlords, Tenants, and Homeowners How AB 2622 Is Transforming Property Management in California Californias latest legislation brings flexibility and cost savings for landlords, homeowners, and tenants alike. What Is AB 2622? Benefits of AB 2622 for Landlords and Homeowners 1.

Contractors

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 3, 2025

Income Sources Rent Payments The obvious one is money collected from tenants. Parking Fees If the property has parking spaces, tenants may pay extra for them. Repairs & Maintenance Keeping the place in good shape costs money. Insurance Protecting the property with the right coverage is non-negotiable.

Real Estate