Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 24, 2025

When you buy a home, theres a lot that might leave you second-guessing, especially when it comes to whether youre getting a good deal. One way to know for sure is getting a second opinion from an expert. Thats where an appraisal comes in. But what does it really mean when they give you an appraisal higher than the purchase price? The seller accepts.

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IT Property Management Property Manager Real Estate 130

Rentec Direct

MAY 21, 2025

If you feel uncertainty surrounding your investment, there are some common problems (and solutions) that you may need to examine. Buying an investment property in a hot market can […] The post Signs You Bought the Wrong Investment Property (and How to Fix It) appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

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IT Property Education Landlord 147

Rental Housing Journal

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Preventing Fair Housing violations requires a proactive approach by housing providers to catch issues before they arise and stop harassment before it starts. By The Fair Housing Institute In property management, ensuring a safe and respectful living environment isnt just about reacting to problemsits about preventing them before they arise.

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Contractors IT Compliance Education 122

American Apartment Owners Association

APRIL 30, 2025

Managing properties whether its a few rental units or a growing portfolio takes a lot of time, organization and resources. As your business grows, you might start feeling stretched thin, spending more time on admin work and less time actually growing revenue or providing value to your clients. So, how do you know when its time to make the switch?

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Property Management Software Property Management Property Manager IT 130

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 28, 2025

Step into a loft and the walls literally disappear. So, what is a loft ? Its an open-style apartment with high ceilings, big windows, and barely any interior walls. Often found in historic commercial buildings, lofts offer a unique mix of space, charm, and modern edgeperfect for those who want something beyond the ordinary. What is a Loft?

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Apartment IT Property Management Property Manager 130

Forbes Business Council

JUNE 3, 2025

Sales culture loves hustle. But hustle without recovery isn't impressive. It's unsustainable. Your team cant stay on fire if theyre already burned out.

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ADDA

MAY 15, 2025

But Tallys offline nature brings risks of data loss, no realtime dashboards, and cumbersome backup processes. Worse, managing siloed tools means more manual work, not less. Say No to Spammy Community Apps Free ERPs often include apps that bombard residents with spam.

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Forbes Business Council

MAY 29, 2025

There is a philosophical crossroads at the heart of one of tech's biggest challenges.

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IT 102

American Apartment Owners Association

APRIL 16, 2025

But beneath the surface, that cut often becomes a costly shiftmoving risk and liability into a companys blind spot. Fair housing training isnt just a compliance checkbox; its a core part of operational risk management. Skipping or delaying it may offer short-term budget relief but open the door to long-term financial exposure.

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American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 13, 2025

As Southern California faces one of its most devastating fire seasons in recent history, the rental housing market in Los Angeles has seen troubling trends. Thousands of families displaced by the fires are struggling to find housing, and in some cases, rents are spiking alarmingly in areas affected by the destruction.

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Attorney Property Management Property Manager Landlord 290

Forbes Business Council

MAY 12, 2025

Remote work is just as subject to the onboarding/offboarding process as any other type of employment. With that comes some unique challenges.

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IT Management 111

American Apartment Owners Association

MAY 16, 2025

While the FHA doesnt directly reference repairs or maintenance, it clearly prohibits discrimination in the delivery of housing-related services. This broader interpretation includes how repair requests are prioritized, addressed, and communicated. Thats why its critical to be consistent and transparent about how repair requests are handled.

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Maintenance Property Management Property Manager Lease 230

Yardi Breeze

JANUARY 23, 2025

Back in 2009, we were a small company with around 120 units. We helped start a local NARPM chapter, and I became its president. After that, I served as the regional vice president on the National Board of Directors, then treasurer and finally president. Tim : NARPMs conferences are unlike any other. or What happens if Im late?

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Property Management Property Manager Management Property 264

Condo Control

MAY 12, 2025

Table of contents Which HOA governing documents address voting rules? When is casting a vote necessary? When is voting not necessary? Who is allowed to vote? How does an HOA inform the voting community? How does an HOA know if it has enough homeowners for voting? Can a vote count if a member is not present? How are votes processed?

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Government Electronics Regulation IT 239

Fourandhalf

JANUARY 22, 2025

The last time he was on the podcast, in late 2023, his team was just beginning to establish this concept of maintenance analytics. He was investigating what it would look like if property managers looked at maintenance from a data-driven standpoint. He was beginning to collect all the necessary data. Its a super-high trust game.

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Residential Property Property Maintenance Maintenance Property 222

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 9, 2025

Other times, theyre what makes that monthly rent feel worth it. Either way, knowing which amenities matterand how they affect your costscan make all the difference. Lets walk through the types of amenities youll see, why they matter, and what to keep an eye on during your search. Read more below.

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Tenant Rent Property Management Property Manager 221

Buildium

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Property management marketing isn’t just about listing properties; its about creating a brand, engaging with potential tenants, and maintaining relationships with current ones. Its an important part of business operations that not only brings in new owners and residents, but builds and maintains relationships with current ones.

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Property Management Property Manager Management Media 233

Buildium

MAY 18, 2025

While many property managers dont have accounting backgrounds, managing their organizations financial reporting is still on nearly every PMs to-do list. If you have been tasked with handling accounting tasks for your property management company, its a good idea to keep GAAP accounting principles in mind. What is GAAP accounting? It builds trust.

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Property Management Property Manager Management Property 189

American Apartment Owners Association

MAY 29, 2025

Let’s delve into smart renovations that will not only improve the way your home looks but will also make it much more appealing to potential renters. Modernize Your Kitchen Whether you own a big apartment or a small studio, the kitchen often becomes the heart of the place. Renew the Cabinets. Smart Appliances. Upgrade the Countertops.

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Apartment Tenant Media IT 189

American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 4, 2025

In today’s market, the kitchen and bathroom design, look, and feel are major contributors and factors in renting and buying decisions. With more and more renters turning to class B and C properties , its never been more important for property owners and managers to stand out from the competition and keep vacancies to a minimum.

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Apartment Manufacturing Property Management Property Manager 237

Buildium

MAY 12, 2025

In fact, with the days of ledger and spreadsheet accounting fast fading, its virtually impossible to run a growing portfolio without it. General accounting software simply won’t cut it (more on why, here ). For one, spreadsheets don’t scale. There’s also the matter of reviewing and sharing your data after you’ve entered it.

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Property Management Property Manager Management Property 211

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

Plus, AI can help you catch maintenance issues early to reduce repair costs and optimize utility use to lower energy costs. Improved Decision Making: Whether its tracking tenant behavior, maintenance patterns, or market trends, AI can give you deep operational insights that can help you make better business decisions. Start small and scale.

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Property Management Property Manager Management Property 234

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Is it fair, or even legal, to charge a pet deposit for an assistance animal? This question often confronts landlords as they deal with the legal landscape concerning the rights of residents with disabilities. Assistance animals, including Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) and service animals, play crucial roles in the lives of many.

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Landlord Compliance Education Regulation 230

Buildium

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Did you know that two-thirds of rental owners expect top-tier customer service from their property management company? Its not just a preferenceits the standard. Creating custom experiences for your clients can help you exceed those expectations, show your value, and stand out from the competition.

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Property Management Property Manager Management Property 189

Buildium

MARCH 20, 2025

The right software can help simplify the process, but with so many options out there, how do you choose the best one? After all, not every platform offers the same capabilities, and it can be tough to tell which features will have the biggest impact on your business. If youre not sure where to start, weve got you covered.

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Property Management Software Property Management Property Manager Landlord 242

Yardi Breeze

APRIL 28, 2025

An objection is anything that runs contrary to your offer. It could be a complaint about price or amenities, or even mere hesitancy to renew a lease. The ability to handle sales objections can make or break your property management business. This article explores ways to identify, address and handle objections smoothly.

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Property Management Property Manager Management Property 246

American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

Taking your time and doing your due diligence when considering a particular investment property will always be a crucial step. In the end, it can help you capture the perfect property with excellent ROI potential or it can save you from a drastic mistake. It is recommended that you to guide you through the bewildering process.

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Property Rental Income Real Estate Insurance 200

Buildium

JUNE 10, 2025

Property managers—particularly those looking to grow—can use a rent roll to keep track of money collected from residents, look for potential problems with vacancies or turnover, compare rent and fees to market prices, and look for opportunities to increase revenue from individual units or even entire properties. What Is a Rent Roll?

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Property Management Property Manager Rent Management 162

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

According to Bankrate , if your tiny home is on land that you own and is built on a solid foundation, you are more likely to receive a good return on your investment when you go tosell your home. In other words, the value of your tiny home is directly related to its permanence.

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Yardi Breeze

MAY 19, 2025

Read on for information about retail energy providers, green alternatives and where renters are finding the best deregulated energy sources to protect against rising electricity rates. Energy basics: the electric grid Most consumers take it for granted that the lights will turn on at the flip of a switch.

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Retail Single-Family Home Regulation Government 236

BetterWho

APRIL 8, 2025

How BettyWho Works: Real Help, Not Hype BettyWho is your AI Property Manager Operations Coach and shes trained to: Ask you the right questions Listen as you explain how you work Turn your spoken words into clean, searchable documentation You just talkBetty takes care of the rest. No long training sessions. Your business is full of knowledge.

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Property Management Property Manager Consulting Management 236

Buildium

JUNE 8, 2025

Of course, you can set up to record each HOA violation and related documents in a separate file, but wouldn’t it be easier to have everything in one place? Property management software can help you issue and track violations from complaints to a first warning through legal action (should it be necessary).

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Property Management Software Property Management Property Manager Compliance 162

Buildium

APRIL 28, 2025

Outdoor maintenance services do more than keep your properties looking goodthey can reduce legal risk and even open up new revenue opportunities. If you invest in the right rental property outdoor maintenance services, you can rest assured that the exterior appearance of the properties in your portfolio will help boost their value.

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Maintenance Tenant Property Property Management Software 243

Buildium

APRIL 16, 2025

Its no secret that rental maintenance requires careful coordination with tenants, vendors, and owners. Its also time-sensitivebecause delays can frustrate residents, stall turnovers, and lead to bigger, more expensive problems. As a result, its important to have a robust workflow for handling them. For example, does the property need to be painted?

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Maintenance Property Maintenance Management Property 230

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 2, 2025

Wondering, “what is door knocking in real estate?” ” At its core, door knocking is about showing up one doorstep at a time to spark real conversations with homeowners. It may sound old-fashioned, but for many investors and agents, its still one of the most personal and effective ways to generate leads. to Okay, Im listening.

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Real Estate Property Management Property Manager IT 130

Fourandhalf

MARCH 27, 2025

Your business name shapes your brand identity, impacts your marketing efforts, and can even influence your long-term success. Before settling on a name, consider these key factors to ensure it’s professional, memorable, and scalable for future growth. Read on to learn our top tips for property management company names. Is It Unique?

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Property Management Property Manager Management Property 163

Rentec Direct

MAY 27, 2025

If you are a landlord or renter involved with military service members, it’s essential to understand the unique housing challenges and opportunities they face. Frequent relocations impact military rental properties and real estate markets significantly.

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