Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

As a property manager, leasing is always a top priorityafter all, without tenants, theres no income. This means balancing leasing with maintenance, tenant relations, financial management, and legal compliance. Leasing and Property Management: Why It Matters Leasing is the lifeblood of residential property management.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 19, 2025

Ideally, when someone rents out a home, they’d move in the following month. Luckily, when that happens, you don’t necessarily have to pay that entire month’s rent. In other words, the tenant could pay a prorated rent, an amount that reflects the number of days you’ve lived in the rental.

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Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 3, 2025

Others feel that a walk-up apartment means charm, character, and saving a few hundred dollars on rent each month. Now, if youre renting in a big East Coast city, chances are youve already come across a walk-up or two. Lets take a look at the most common ones youre likely to encounter if you decide to rent one.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 4, 2025

Acquiring property without buying it outright sounds too good to be trueuntil you learn about ground leases. For investors looking to build without spending millions on land, or landlords who want a more passive investment, this kind of lease could be the golden ticket. Main Takeaways What is a ground lease?

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 17, 2025

But with your lease coming to an end, youre now at a crossroads, wondering how to renew lease agreements and secure your home for another term. Main Takeaways Start the conversation earlyat least 60-90 days before your lease endsso you have time to negotiate and explore other options. What is Lease Renewal?

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Bay Property Management Group

MAY 16, 2025

In this months Employee Spotlight, were thrilled to introduce Sean Maziarz, Leasing Agent for our Philadelphia office. Keep reading to learn more about Seans professional journey, his role as a leasing agent, and what he enjoys most about working at Bay Property Management Group. His advice for those considering a career in leasing?

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 8, 2025

Not every rental situation comes with a formal lease. In fact, plenty of people just start paying rent and move inno paperwork, no problem… right? But it does raise a big question: What rights do tenants have without a lease? but lack lease-specific rights like fixed-term tenancy. However, D.C.

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American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 20, 2025

AB 2747 is a California rent law designed to make Rent Reporting more accessible, helping Renters build credit while setting clear guidelines for Landlords. Rent is one of the largest recurring expenses for most people, yet it has historically not been reflected in credit scores. Confirmation that Rent Reporting is optional.

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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.

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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? What Is a Lease Violation?

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 13, 2025

The rent-to-income ratio is a simple, yet powerful, tool that helps landlords gauge financial stability before signing a lease. In this article, well help you understand how to calculate the rent-to-income ratio, why it matters to you as a landlord, and what to do if a tenant doesnt meet the threshold.

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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.

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Genuine Property Management

MAY 19, 2025

Renting to college students can be a profitable venture, particularly in cities with thriving academic institutions. From crafting student-specific leases to handling noise complaints, heres a comprehensive guide to help landlords manage a rental for students successfully.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 22, 2025

But dont worrythere are still ways to rent after one, even if it feels tough. Main Takeaways Knowing exactly how to rent with an eviction on your record can seem daunting. You could rebuild your rental history with short-term rentals, use honesty as the best policy with potential landlords, rent with a co-signer, and seek legal aid.

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Rental Choice

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A lease renewal is a common part of renting. If a tenant’s lease term will end soon, it’s important to know how the lease renewal process works. What is a Lease Renewal? A lease renewal is an agreement between the tenant and the landlord to renew the lease. Lease Renewal.

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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.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 30, 2025

Thinking about renting in Northern Virginia? But before you sign that lease, its good to know what youre really getting intofrom the average rent in Northern Virginia to the hidden fees and seasonal trends that affect pricing. or securing a longer lease while staying mindful of fees like parking and utilities.

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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.

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American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Have you ever encountered challenges with a lease violation? Lease violations are common situations that can impact both homeowners and residents. In this article, you will find the most common lease violation types. Dive into the details of lease violations and how to resolve them smoothly and successfully!

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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.

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American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Why Landlords Need to Use Property Management Software in 2025 Rental property management comes with a laundry list of responsibilities from collecting rent and screening tenants to monitoring expenses. O pt im ize s Lease Management: Property management software allows digital storage of leases and related documents.

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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.

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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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Bay Property Management Group

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

There is a big demographic that many people come across when renting housing: college students. As a landlord or owner, what are the considerations when renting to college students, lease agreement addendums and terms to consider, and general ramifications of renting to this group? There are a lot of considerations.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 27, 2025

Wondering, “what credit score do you need to rent an apartment?” answers what credit score you need to rent an apartment, we need to first define what a credit score is to begin with. answers what credit score you need to rent an apartment, we need to first define what a credit score is to begin with.

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Beach Front Property Management

JUNE 11, 2025

But maximizing your multifamily property ROI in California goes beyond rent collection. Many investors don’t realize how much income they lose due to inefficiencies, outdated leasing practices, or missed market opportunities. Many owners use outdated comps or rent estimators, missing real-time market trends. At BFPM Inc.,

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Real Property Management California Coast

JUNE 6, 2025

In today’s tech-savvy, digital-driven world, renters expect streamlined access when searching for and leasing a home. A 3D tour can generate more interest and streamline the leasing process, creating a win-win for rental property owners and renters. They want to get a feel for a rental property before visiting in person.

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Rental Housing Journal

MAY 19, 2025

Renting by the room: David Pickron shares his experience and some of the hard-fought wisdom he came away with trying to maximize rental income. After meeting with the experts, recording podcast episodes about it, and talking it over for months, I dipped my toe into the rent-by-the-room market. By David Pickron I finally did it!

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 5, 2025

Are you considering renting out your first home and buying a second one to live in? Buying a second home while renting out the first has been a popular option for many homeowners looking to build wealth. There are a few considerations to make before buying a second home and renting out the first. But where do you even begin?

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Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

Its a great way to speed up leasing cycles and expand your pool of potential tenants. Lease Management Automation Managing leases and lease renewals can be challenging, especially as your portfolio grows. Fortunately, AI can read and extract critical information from leases for you in seconds.

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Bay Property Management Group

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

There are so many types of leases. Examples of these are gross lease vs. net lease vs. triple net lease, which all sound very technical and full of jargon. As dedicated property managers in Baltimore and surrounding areas, we deal with a lot of leases. Table of Contents What is a Gross Lease? Good question.

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American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Small homes = big profits Leasing tiny homes is one of the latest trends in the rental business. AvalonBay has added about 50 ADUs into some of its California communities.The average 425-square-foot studios and junior one-bedroom units generate rent between $4 and $8 per square foot.

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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. Paper leases, face-to-face meetings, phone calls, and handwritten notes were the norm for decades.

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Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 31, 2025

March saw national rents rise slightly for the second month in a row, according to Apartment Lists April report. While the last two months have seen some rent increases, overall national year-over-year growth remains negative at -0.4 At the local level, 82 of the nations 100 largest cities saw rents rise in March.

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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. Leasing Any landlord property management software you choose should feature tools that will assist you throughout the entire leasing cycle.

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Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Collecting Rent and Managing Finances: Less Stress, More Consistency Before: Late Checks and Manual Spreadsheets Rent day used to mean waiting for mailed checks, making trips to the bank, and updating ledgers by hand. Scenario: Tenants get automatic reminders a few days before rent is due. Most pay through the app.

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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.

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