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A practical guide to property leasing & management

Buildium

In this post, well walk you through the key areas of property leasing & management. Think of this as your go-to guide for making yourproperty leasing & managementprocess more efficient and tenant-friendly. Craft a Solid Lease Agreement Your lease agreement serves as the blueprint for the tenants entire stay.

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What Is a Lease Fee, Explained

Bay Property Management Group

And then, you see a lease fee. What is a lease fee, and why is it there? Main Takeaways Lease fees cover the administrative work involved in processing applications and preparing rental agreements. They are typically one-time, upfront charges and may vary by property or management company. What Is a Lease Fee?

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Best Property Management Software for 2025

American Apartment Owners Association

Below are the main benefits of rental property management software: Streamlines Rent Collection: Software helps landlords collect rent online , deterring late payments and avoiding cumbersome monitoring with automated invoicing and payments. Innago offers a variety of features that simplify every aspect of rental management.

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Multifamily property lease audits: Best practices for landlords

MRI Software

Lease audits play a crucial role in ensuring accuracy and efficiency in multifamily property management. They help landlords uncover discrepancies, verify compliance with lease terms, and maintain better financial control over their property. What is the purpose of lease audits?

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The shift to digital property management and what it means for your business

Buildium

Todays property managers can build entire operations that are fully digital, from lease signings to vendor payments to team coordination. Leasing tasks (screenings, approvals, follow-ups) follow a standardized digital checklist. For years, digital simply meant using spreadsheets instead of ledger books.

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What Are Apartment Quiet Hours and Why Do They Matter?

Bay Property Management Group

And in many places, it’s not just annoying… it could be a lease violation. They’re often included in lease agreements and backed by local noise ordinances. Yes, they are, especially when the landlord outlines them in the lease agreement. In most cases, quiet hours are part of the community rules or lease policies.

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The complete guide to property management apps for iPhone

Buildium

You can: Snap and upload inspection photos Record notes with voice-to-text Store lease agreements securely Share documents with owners or tenants instantly No more chasing paper trails or digging through emails. Photo and File Uploads Attach property photos, inspection reports, or signed documents directly from your camera or file library.