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. But with so many property management tools available, how do you choose the right one? What Sets Innago Apart as the Best Property Management Software?

Property Management Software

Osprey Property Management

JUNE 6, 2025

Lease enforcement is one of the most important responsibilities a property manager has. However, when lease terms are ignored or handled inconsistently, problems escalate quickly. When done right, it protects your rental investment, minimizes risk, and helps maintain positive tenant relationships.

Lease Agreement

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

In property management, ensuring a safe and respectful living environment isnt just about reacting to problemsits about preventing them before they arise. A property management company that fosters accountability and respect will naturally have fewer fair housing complaints. This starts with leadership.

Contractors

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

Property managers are under pressure to do more with lessfrom labor shortages to rising costs. What Is AI in Property Management? In property management, these abilities are used to optimize workflows that would otherwise take longer. If you automate too much, you could end up losing business.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Todays property managers can build entire operations that are fully digital, from lease signings to vendor payments to team coordination. In this article, were exploring what going digital really means, how it transforms your daily operations, and why its becoming the standard for property managers everywhere. Why Go Digital?

Property Management

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Tracking payments, handling lease agreements, responding to tenant inquiries, and staying on top of maintenance requests often leads to a never-ending cycle. Rental leasing software can transform the way landlords manage their businesses, making tasks easier and faster to complete. Landlords can review and approve them in real-time.

Lease

Yardi Breeze

MAY 12, 2025

Having trouble finding simple lease agreement templates you can trust? The internet is full of free lease agreements, and theyre easy to find. But how can you be sure that a free lease agreement is legally compliant without hiring an attorney to review it? An attorney can always prepare lease documents for you.

Lease Agreement

Buildium

JULY 30, 2025

The most successful property managers aren’t just overseeing properties—they’re expanding. Understanding the Benefits of Expanding Your Property Management Portfolio Expanding your portfolio comes with real advantages. If commercial real estate rents dip, your residential properties can buoy you up (and vice versa).

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

Managing a rental property comes with more work than most people expect—advertising vacancies, answering calls, showing units, and sorting out lease paperwork. Instead of juggling it all, many landlords turn to leasing agents for help. But what does a leasing agent do, how much do they charge, and is hiring one worth it in 2025?

Lease

Yardi Breeze

JANUARY 23, 2025

Tim Wehner is a former president of the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM ). 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. Back in 2009, we were a small company with around 120 units.

Property Management

Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 2, 2025

Handling a noise complaint is one of the biggest challenges for property managers. Excessive noise can disrupt the peace in rental properties, whether it is loud music, barking dogs, or noisy late-night gatherings. Property managers must ensure that the lease specifies designated quiet hours based on local noise ordinances.

Rental Property

Real Property Management Chicago

JUNE 6, 2025

Lease renewals and rent adjustments are one of the most challenging aspects of property management. Numerous factors could lead to complications, rendering them difficult for both property owners and renters. Here are some innovative strategies for lease renewals and rent adjustments that are fair and financially effective.

Lease

Fourandhalf

MAY 6, 2025

Email marketing is one of the most powerful and cost-effective tools available to property managers looking to grow their business, nurture client relationships, and streamline communication. In this guide, well walk you through the essentials of email marketing for property management companies.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 12, 2025

Good property management accounting software can be a powerful tool in the success of your property management business. The more properties and transactions you manage, the more time it will take to keep your accounting system updated and accurate. But not all property management accounting software programs are created equal.

Property Management

Fourandhalf

JANUARY 22, 2025

Ray Hespen, who is a frequent flier on The Property Management Show, joined us again to discuss maintenance metrics and how measurement improves resident satisfaction and owner NOI. He was investigating what it would look like if property managers looked at maintenance from a data-driven standpoint. Its a super-high trust game.

Residential Property

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 8, 2025

Not every rental situation comes with a formal lease. But it does raise a big question: What rights do tenants have without a lease? but lack lease-specific rights like fixed-term tenancy. Having a written lease is crucial for both landlords and tenants, ensuring clarity, legal safeguards, and fewer conflicts.

Lease

American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

Because of their capacity to improve an investors cash flow, generate multiple streams of income and boost their net operating income (NOI), multifamily properties are a popular type of real estate investment. Are you taking that big step and purchasing your first multifamily property? Get started by viewing .

Property

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Running a property management company often means either handling or delegating several different roles at once. This post takes a deep dive into property management workflow automation, including what it is, how it works, and the kinds of processes you can redesign to be more efficient. We won’t focus on specific tools here.

Property Management

Buildium

JUNE 26, 2025

Collecting a traditional security deposit has always just been a part of the leasing process. To get more residents through the door, some property managers offer security deposit alternatives. Below are five options to consider using in your property management business. What Are Security Deposit Alternatives?

Tenant

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

The property management industry has changed a lot in recent years. Today, automation stands out as one of the best tools residential property managers can use to improve their operations and enhance residents’ experiences. This post explores the key ways automation boosts property management operations and benefits residents.

Property Management

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Managing apartment buildings means juggling leasing, maintenance, accounting, resident communication, owner relations, and countless other tasks. To tackle all of this while maintaining a consistently high level of service, you’ll need apartment property management software. This guide breaks all of that down.

Property Management Software

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

The property management world changes quickly as technology moves forward. Keeping up means learning about the latest proptech trends shaping how we manage, lease, maintain properties, and engage tenants. It focuses on fresh ideas and innovations that will reshape property management.

Property Management

Buildium

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Did you know that two-thirds of rental owners expect top-tier customer service from their property management company? Why Personalized Service Matters in Property Management Every property owner has unique goals and needs, which is why personalized service is a must-have in todays market.

Property Management

American Apartment Owners Association

MAY 16, 2025

When the Fair Housing Act (FHA) comes up, the conversation typically centers around leasing, advertising, or resident interactions. When a Maintenance Delay Becomes a Legal Concern Delays in repair work are part of property operations. But an often-overlooked aspect is how maintenance services, including unit repairs, are handled.

Maintenance

BetterWho

MARCH 7, 2025

From Chaos to Clarity: How to Create a Remote Team Playbook for Your Property Management Business In todays evolving industry, property management companies are increasingly shifting to remote teams to improve efficiency and tap into a wider talent pool. Define your: Company vision What makes your property management company unique?

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 15, 2025

As a residential property manager, you have a front-row seat to one of the best opportunities for building wealth: owning rental properties. Every day, you help property owners grow their assetsso why not start doing the same for yourself? Why Transition to Rental Property Investment? Plan for those cycles financially.

Property Management

BetterWho

JULY 15, 2025

Managing Rental Properties Without Burning Out Most property managers don’t start out thinking they’ll become overwhelmed. But somewhere between 60 and 300 doors, managing rental properties turns into a daily grind—one that chews up your time, burns out your team, and caps your company’s growth. You’re reacting to them.

Rental Property

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

If youre a landlord with just one or small portfolio of properties, managing your investment can quickly dominate your time. The good news is that theres specialized software out there designed to help simplify many aspects of property management. This helps you spot and fix issues quickly.

Property Management Software

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

What happens if someone gets hurt on your rental property? Main Takeaways If someone gets hurt on your property because of something you did or failed to do, you could be legally and financially liable. What Happens if Someone Gets Hurt on Your Rental Property? As a landlord, you need to be prepared.

Rental Property

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

If you run a property management business in 2025, you already know that manual processes simply can’t keep up with the level of responsiveness, accuracy, and oversight that job demands. That’s where property management automation tools come in. This post explores the types of automation tools available to property managers right now.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Property management has changed fast. And property managers need tools that help them keep up without burning out. Now: Organized, Instant, and Easy to Track Today, technology in property management bring all tenant conversations into one place. Signing leases meant scheduling in-person meetings and organizing paperwork.

Property Management

Beach Front Property Management

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Maintaining a rental property is not just about fixing issues as they arise, but it is also about proactive care to preserve value and maximize profitability. At BFPM, our experience with diverse maintenance challenges has shown that a structured approach makes property management smoother. Regular upkeep prevents costly repairs.

Maintenance

Fourandhalf

JULY 17, 2025

You know the value your property management company brings, from protecting rental homes to maximizing ROI for owners. When you know why homeowners resist property management services, you can tailor your messaging, address objections head-on, and ultimately build more trust. But property management is so much more than that.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 11, 2025

These days, it’s easy to feel like it doesn’t really matter who owns the property you’re renting. After all, you deal with agents and property managers for everything, right? But here’s the thing—knowing how to find out who owns a property can save you from lots of potential stress down the road. recommends these methods: 1.

Property

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

As property managers look to do more with less, software that focuses on automating important processes has become more popular. This guide walks you through some of the most use property management automation software that you can start using now. Property Meld® helps property managers get proactive.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

If youre managing rental units, commercial spaces, or mixed-use properties, a solid understanding of proptech and how to use digital tools effectively comes with the job description. This guide dives deep into the realities and opportunities of proptech for property managers ready to move beyond basics. What Makes Proptech Different?

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Property technology often called proptech covers a range of technologies, many of which have an outsized impact on property management. 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.

Property Management