Rental Property Warm Weather Tips for Landlords
Rentec Direct
MAY 12, 2025
Caring for your rental property in the warmer months as a landlord or property manager has its share of to-dos, but when accomplished, they will pay dividends.
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Exterior Upgrades for Rental Properties Roundup
Rentec Direct
APRIL 25, 2025
The warmer seasons of the year are the perfect time to upgrade the exterior of your rental properties. From tips on landscaping planning, outdoor amenities, to a fresh coat of paint, these improvements can add value to your rental while making your current tenants feel more at home.
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10 features to look for in landlord property management software
Buildium
MARCH 20, 2025
Managing rental properties comes with plenty of moving partscollecting rent, handling maintenance requests, keeping up with leases, and tracking finances, to name a few. Weve outlined key features that can help independent landlords become more organized and tackle property management tasks more efficiently.
Best Property Management Software for 2025
American Apartment Owners Association
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
In today’s fast-paced rental market, being efficient and organized is the key to running a successful rental operation. Property management software (PMS) has become a must- have for landlords who want to streamline operations, manage their tenants, and maintain organized finances.
Winter Plumbing Tips for Landlords
Rentec Direct
JANUARY 27, 2025
Cold winter weather plumbing tips for landlords are essential to ensure that your rental property is protected from damage and that your tenants have a habitable and working home.
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Tax accounting for rental property management: What landlords should know
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
Note: This guide is intended to provide general information on rental property tax accounting. For specific advice on your own property or portfolio, speak with a tax professional that can examine your specific situation in detail. What Counts as Rental Income? Heres a quick breakdown of those definitions.
Rental property maintenance software for landlords
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
Because maintenance is such an important and constant responsibility for landlords, it pays to have software that can help lighten the load. This guide explores the ins and outs of rental property maintenance software for landlords and walks you through how to select a platform that gives you the most value over time.
Maximize your rental business with small landlord property management software
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.
Rental Scams: What Landlords and Renters Need to Know
Rentec Direct
APRIL 30, 2025
Rental scams take advantage of renters looking to find a new rental property and prey on the victims need for housing and urgency to take advantage of a good deal.
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How to find the best rental property accounting software for landlords
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
Managing rental properties involves more than just collecting rent and maintaining the property. One of the most important aspects of property management is keeping track of financial transactions, monitoring expenses, and ensuring taxes are filed correctly.
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Marketing a rental property like a pro: Tips for landlords
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
As a landlord, attracting reliable tenants is one of the most important aspects of managing your rental property. The rental market is competitive, and filling vacancies quickly while attracting high-quality tenants can be a challenge. Here are some online strategies to help you market your rental property: 1.
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The Benefits of Pollinator-Friendly Landscaping for Your Rental Property
Rentec Direct
MAY 19, 2025
World Bee Day is May 20th, and there’s no better time to start thinking about creating a pollinator-friendly landscape for your rental properties. Creating a pollinator-friendly landscape […] The post The Benefits of Pollinator-Friendly Landscaping for Your Rental Property appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.
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Summer Maintenance for Your Rental Property
Rentec Direct
JUNE 2, 2025
Summer rental property maintenance is key to protecting your property and ensuring your tenants can make the most of your outdoor amenities while the sunshine is out.
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6 steps to jump from property manager to property owner: Build your rental portfolio with confidence
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?
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Creating custom experiences for owners: What property managers need to know
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.
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Tax Tips for Rental Properties – Rental Income and Deductions for Landlords
Rentec Direct
DECEMBER 30, 2024
One of the biggest benefits of owning rental property come tax time are the special opportunities to deduct expenses related to your rental property and rental income.
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How to Become a Tiny House Landlord
American Apartment Owners Association
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
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. How to start a tiny home rental business Many rental property owners choose to create an LLC for its tax advantages and protection from personal liability.
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What Appliances Should Landlords Provide?
Genuine Property Management
MAY 7, 2025
When managing a rental property, one of the most practical decisions landlords face is which appliances to include. While it may seem like a simple checklist, the choice of rental household appliances can influence your propertys appeal, rental value, and even the type of tenants you attract.
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How Many Tenants Should You Allow on Your California Rental Property?
Genuine Property Management
MAY 19, 2025
If youre a landlord in California, figuring out how many tenants to allow in your rental property isnt just about spaceits about following state laws, local ordinances, and fair housing rules. appeared first on Welcome to Genuine Property Management.
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AI and Remote Hiring for Property Managers
BetterWho
MARCH 28, 2025
AI and Remote Hiring for Property Managers The property management industry is evolving at lightning speed. These innovations go beyond industry buzzthey offer real, practical solutions to help property managers optimize operations, improve communication, and reduce costs. The good news?
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What Happens If Someone Gets Hurt on Your Rental Property?
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
What happens if someone gets hurt on your rental property? As a landlord, you need to be prepared. 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?
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What is Rent-to-Income Ratio and Why Should Landlords Care?
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. As experienced property managers in Washington, D.C., What is Rent-to-Income Ratio?
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Can You Deduct Your Own Labor on a Rental Property, Answered
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Owning a rental property often means wearing many hatslandlord, accountant, and sometimes even handyman. So, if youre taking care of repairs yourself, can you deduct the cost of your own labor on a rental property? So, normally, you can deduct labor costs when you hire someone to work on your rental property.
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Who Is Responsible for Blinds in a Rental Property?
Bay Property Management Group
APRIL 18, 2025
But then, it’s time to move in, and tenant and landlord alike are wondering: Who is actually responsible for blinds in a rental property? This means the landlord is responsible for upkeep and replacing blinds when they wear out due to normal use. What Are Blinds, and Why Are They Important in Rentals?
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What Are Owner Statements? A Guide for Landlords
Genuine Property Management
MAY 19, 2025
As a landlord or property owner, staying on top of your investment’s financial health is essential. Whether you self-manage or work with a property management company, one of the most important tools for tracking income, expenses, and profitability is the owner statement.
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Best Landlord Accounting Software in 2025
American Apartment Owners Association
JANUARY 29, 2025
Luckily, theres an easy answer: Property management accounting software. In this article, well explain why accounting software for property management is a must-have as well as our pick for the top software for 2025 so that portfolios both big and small can stay organized, up-to-date, and accurate.
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How to start and run a virtual property management company: The benefits, drawbacks, and what to know
Buildium
MAY 29, 2025
In a post-pandemic, tech-enabled world, the term virtual property management company has moved from experimental concept to a proven business model. What Is a Virtual Property Management Company? Others are solo operators managing a tight, streamlined portfolio from anywhere with Wi-Fi.
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The Impact of Inflation on Rental Property Investment Projects
Bay Property Management Group
MARCH 14, 2025
But is inflation a threat to your rental property investment, or can it actually work in your favor? Lets explore how inflation on rental property investment can impact youand most importantly, how you can keep your investments safe and still make a profit, no matter what changes the economy goes through.
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Fire insurance 101: What landlords & property managers need to know
Buildium
JANUARY 13, 2025
As a property manager, there are plenty of measures you can take to prevent fires at your owners propertiesregular inspection and maintenance of smoke detectors and fire extinguishers, tenant education on fire hazards, updating electrical systems and appliances, to name a few. What Is Dwelling Fire Insurance for Rental Properties?
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The Ultimate Move-In Checklist for Property Managers
Buildium
MARCH 3, 2025
Moving into a new rental property can be an exciting experience for tenants, but it can also be stressful. As a property manager, it’s important to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible. Property management software with built-in maintenance tools can help you do that easily and quickly.
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Can A Landlord Charge a Cleaning Fee After You Move Out?
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
But, at the end of the day, can a landlord charge a cleaning fee after you move out? Main Takeaways Yes, a landlord can charge a cleaning fee after you move out–with asterisks. How the Move-Out Process Works When you move out of a rental property, understanding how the process works can save you immeasurable time and stress.
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Finding the Perfect Multifamily Property
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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How Landlords Can Decrease Vacancies in Orange County
Genuine Property Management
JANUARY 28, 2025
Keeping rental properties occupied is one of the most important challenges landlords face, especially in a competitive market like Orange County. Vacant units not only disrupt cash flow but also lead to additional costs, such as ongoing maintenance, utilities, and marketing expenses to attract new tenants.
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Professional Property Management: Why It’s Worth the Investment
Real Property Management Chicago
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Assuming that you own a rental property, the likelihood is that you’ve considered hiring a property management company sometime in the past. However, even more than that, when you hire property management experts, you can acquire benefits and expertise that numerous do-it-yourself landlords lack.
Can a Landlord Break a Rent-to-own Contract?
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Its a unique combination of renting and owning the property. And can a landlord break a rent-to-own contract? This guide will explain everything you need to know about rent-to-own properties. Can a Landlord Break a Rent-to-own Contract? Repeated missed payments can result in the landlord canceling the agreement.
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5 Essential Planning Tasks for Landlords
Rentec Direct
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
If you are a real estate investor who is choosing to self-manage your rental properties, there are specific planning and research tasks you should consider. This overview of essential planning tasks for landlords will help you ensure a successful rental business.
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10 property management bookkeeping basics
Buildium
MAY 21, 2025
Since one of the core responsibilities of a property manager is to manage an owner’s assets, income, and expenses, youre constantly dealing with accounting whether you like it or not. Theres a lot of liability to bad accounting, especially for a property management company, says Brandon Hall, The Real Estate CPA.
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How to easily set up online rent collection for landlords
Buildium
MARCH 19, 2025
When it comes to renting a property, one the most important services that all landlords should offer their tenants is the ability to make online rent payments. Older rent collection process often presents significant challengesmissed payments, delayed processing, and the hassle of managing paper records.
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10 Ways to Show Your Love To Your Tenants
Rentec Direct
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
These tenant appreciation ideas are perfect ways to reduce turnover, foster a great landlord-tenant relationship, and remind your tenants what sets your team and your rental property apart from the competition. With Valentine’s Day approaching, there’s no better time to show love to your tenants.
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What’s the best property management maintenance app? 6 of the top options
Buildium
JUNE 12, 2025
read Download Buildium’s 2020 State of the Property Management Industry Report Download Today --> Get the latest industry insights. --> MktoForms2.whenReady(function Monthly property management resources will be delivered to your inbox! --> Published on June 12, 2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS What Is a Property Management Maintenance App?
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How To Calculate A Vacancy Rate? A Guide for Landlords
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
More importantly, what factors influence it, and how can you avoid common mistakes that many landlords make? Keep reading to get the insights you need to maximize your rental income. Monitoring this metric helps landlords assess their propertys competitiveness and make strategic adjustments.
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Cabinet and Countertop Solutions for Apartment Renovations or Builds
American Apartment Owners Association
MARCH 4, 2025
Why Landlords, Property Managers, and Property Owners Should Take an Interest The industry is calling for updates. This means that there is serious competition between rental properties to attract and maintain occupants. To maintain an edge, its crucial to update and modernize units.
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How Long Does a Landlord Have to Replace a Refrigerator?
Bay Property Management Group
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Now you’re wondering: How long does a landlord have to replace a refrigerator and other appliances? In turn, your laws will outline how long your landlord has to handle an emergency. How Long Does a Landlord Have to Replace a Refrigerator? Also, it should state how long the landlord has for such repairs in the lease.
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Is Rental Income Taxable? What Landlords Should Know
Bay Property Management Group
JANUARY 26, 2025
Many landlords ask, ‘is rental income taxable?’ ’ Whether you’re renting out one property or several, understanding taxes is crucial for your business’s health. Is Rental Income Taxable? As property management in Baltimore can tell you, renting out a property is a business.
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