Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

One of the benefits of this option is that you can rent while saving to buy the same apartment. 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. But its not always that simple.

Rent

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 29, 2025

Rent prices are always changing, and having utilities included might seem like an easy way to keep things simple. But are utilities included in rent? Main Takeaways To know if utilities are included in the rent, your answer is simple: look at your lease (and local laws). Read below to learn more.

Utilities

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Manual tracking of rent payments, maintenance requests, and tenant communications can be time-consuming and prone to errors. Small landlord property management software includes financial and accounting tracking capabilities , including rent collection, expense management, and reporting.

Property Management Software

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

For example, property managers can now use natural-language processing chatbots to resolve common tenant issues, machine learning algorithms to predict maintenance issues, and computer vision to offer virtual tours to rental applicants. Its a great way to speed up leasing cycles and expand your pool of potential tenants.

Property Manager

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

It refers to the growing field of digital tools, software, platforms, and innovations designed to improve the way we buy, sell, rent, and manage real estate. Tenant and Lease Management Proptech tools help property managers collect and organize tenant information, process rental applications, and store lease agreements digitally.

Property Manager

Buildium

JULY 14, 2025

In today’s fast-paced real estate landscape, property managers are expected to juggle a growing number of responsibilities—everything from tenant communications and maintenance coordination to financial reporting and marketing. Automate this process by enabling tenants to pay rent online via ACH or credit card.

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Real Property Management Evertrust

JULY 17, 2025

Renting a new home can be motivating, whether it’s your first rental home or just one of the many. Let’s check out what you need to learn about the cost of renting, utilities for renters, and more. Security Deposit Explained: Be Prepared Upfront When you rent a new home, it is important to pay a security deposit.

Utilities

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. No more chasing after payments or dealing with cash handling.

Lease

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

From leasing and maintenance to inspections and bookkeeping, we’ll walk through how these systems are changing the way property managers work. 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.

Property Manager

BetterWho

MARCH 28, 2025

Property managers and property management companies spend countless hours on administrative tasks, tenant communications, and maintenance coordination. Automating Routine Tasks AI streamlines administrative processes like rent collection reminders, lease renewals, and maintenance scheduling.

Property Manager

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

When people set up their monthly budget, rent is usually the #1 priority, followed by utilities. That’s why some landlords bundle certain utilities with the rent. Still, what utilities are included in the rent, exactly? What Utilities Are Typically Included in the Rent? We’ll get into it below.

Utilities

Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

To Provide a Reference for Maintenance: When your staff conducts a move-in inspection, they can use the list to identify repairs that should be made before the new tenant moves in. Explaining the terms of the lease agreement: This should include the rent amount, the security deposit, the due dates for rent payments, and the late fees.

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Bay Property Management Group

MAY 15, 2025

Imagine living in (or renting out) an apartment where rent doesnt jump hundreds of dollars each year. The price stays steady, the lease keeps renewing, and tenants feel secure staying long-term. In this guide, well break down what rent stabilization really means, who it applies to, and what renters and landlords should know.

Apartment

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Where managers once reacted to tenant calls or maintenance emergencies, proptech lets you act proactively, using real-time data and predictive insights. These platforms integrate tenant management, financial tracking, lease administration, and maintenance workflows into a unified system.

Property Manager

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 16, 2025

Here’s a real-life example: Imagine a lessee leases a 10-unit apartment building from the owner for 5 years under a master lease. During this time, they can renovate the units, raise rents, and manage tenants as if it’s their own property. They’re in charge of virtually everything—from repairs to collecting rent.

Real Estate

ADDA

JULY 30, 2025

Here’s what Tally can’t do (or only with manual workarounds): It won’t auto-remind tenants to pay rent. It can’t track lease expiry dates. It doesn’t support maintenance ticketing or helpdesks. With ADDA: Rent invoices are created and sent out automatically on schedule.

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. Leasing and Marketing: Master effective marketing, unit showings, applicant screening, and lease negotiations to attract and keep tenants.

Apartment Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

For example: Maintenance requests are assigned and tracked in a shared queue. Leasing tasks (screenings, approvals, follow-ups) follow a standardized digital checklist. Start small: Lease renewals, rent tracking, or maintenance logs. Unify Your Team Around Shared Processes Digital systems create clarity.

Property Manager

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Maintenance vendors want simple ways to receive and confirm work orders. With the right app setup, you can: Check rent status Approve applications Assign work orders Communicate with owners Share documents Track key tasks No laptop or office required. Online Rent Collection See whos paid , who hasnt, and when payments were made.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 14, 2025

Then, if you pass these extra costs onto tenants, the rent may have to go up even more. How Inflation Can Work in Your Favor Higher Rent: When the cost of living rises, rent naturally follows suit. Possible Downsides Higher Maintenance Costs: Inflation makes repairs and upkeep more expensive since labor and materials cost more.

Rental Property

Hospitable

JULY 4, 2025

Airbnb vs. Renting: Which Option Is Better? However, one of the main discussion points among real estate investors is the debate about whether to list a property on Airbnb or opt for traditional long-term renting. In this article, we’ll compare Airbnb vs. renting to help you discover the pros and cons of each rental strategy.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

They both come from leasing; a lease agreement where one person lets another use their property in exchange for payment. For instance, if a landlord rents out an apartment, they’re a lessor making a rental agreement with a tenant (lessee). A lessor is one of the most critical real estate terms.

Lease Agreement

Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 30, 2025

Whether its paying overdue rent, negotiating with your landlord, or exploring legal protections, taking the right steps can make all the difference. So, can you pay rent after receiving an eviction notice? Maryland law even allows tenants to redeem their lease by paying rent and late fees before the court finalizes the eviction.

Rent

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 21, 2025

Renting a home in Virginia should feel safe, fair, and clear. But leases can be long, landlord policies can feel confusing, and sometimes its hard to tell whats legally correct from whats just how things are usually done. What it really means is your landlord cant just take your rent and leave your place falling apart.

Tenant

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Renting a home seems straightforward enough on paper. You pay rent and enjoy your space. But sometimes, without even realizing it, you might break a lease rule that could get you in trouble or, worse, evicted. So, what is a lease violation, and how can you avoid making one?

Lease

Muldoon Associates

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

After all, theres rent to collect and vacancies to fill and preventative maintenance services to schedule. How can you not feel a little bit stressed when youre leasing, managing, and maintaining a Colorado Springs rental property ? Youre likely listing your Colorado Springs home for rent on Zillow anyway. It saves time.

Rental Property

BetterWho

APRIL 24, 2025

This includes handling lease agreements, rent collection, maintenance requests, communication, and conflict resolution. This includes compliance with landlord-tenant laws, timely repairs, rent collection, and good communication. Tenants are individuals or groups who rent residential or commercial property.

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Real Property Management California Coast

JULY 10, 2025

But before you slash your price or pull the listing, there’s another option you may not have considered: Rent it out. Why Rent Instead of Sell This Summer? Families prefer to move when school is out, leases commonly turn over, and the weather makes relocation easier. Ready to Rent Instead of Sell?

Rent

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. Here are a few things to keep in mind before buying or renting one: 1. Can You Rent Out an SFH? Thinking about buying or renting an SFH?

Real Estate

Property Management Inc.

JULY 14, 2025

Late rent payments can feel like a curveball. You've managed your property meticulously, balanced your mortgage payments, and established lease agreements. Still, tenants missing rent payments somehow becomes a part of the game. Online payment errors or bank delays might justify late rent payments.

Rent

Real Property Management Evertrust

MAY 26, 2025

Here are several well-known methods of conveying messages you can utilize as a landlord or property manager: In-Person Communication: Face-to-face interactions encourage transparent dialogue, enabling prompt inquiries and responses, especially concerning complex lease agreements and rental concerns.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

You Meet All Lease Terms If your landlord has found you followed the lease agreement (e.g., In Virginia, your security deposit must be a maximum of 2 months’ rent. So, if your monthly rent in Virginia is $1,000, your landlord’s combined security and pet deposits shouldn’t exceed $2,000.

Lease Agreement

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 17, 2025

But what does a leasing agent do, how much do they charge, and is hiring one worth it in 2025? What Does a Leasing Agent Do? A leasing agent is the person who helps landlords rent out their properties, such as houses, apartments, or even commercial spaces like offices or retail stores. Do Leasing Agents Need a License?

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 4, 2025

Main Takeaways What is a ground lease? Ground leases let tenants develop land without owning it, offering benefits like lower upfront costs but posing risks such as rising rent and loss of improvements. Also, they’re usually responsible for paying all its taxes and handling all its maintenance.

Lease

MRI Software

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

What is the purpose of lease audits? 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

Buildium

JUNE 9, 2025

Review their software platforms, vendor agreements, and maintenance processes. Legal and Compliance Review Bring in a legal expert familiar with property management to review contracts, lease agreements, vendor obligations, and any pending disputes. Learn how tenant communications and customer service are handled.

Property Manager

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Imagine going through the long process of renting a place, only to find out your landlord has policies about who can visit. ‘s answer is that it depends on your lease agreement and whether the guest is causing disruption or damage. We craft lease agreements that work for all parties, tenant and landlord alike.

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