Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 24, 2025

This guide will help you determine when it’s the landlord’s responsibility to fix them and when it might fall to the tenant. Landlords usually repair window screens at move-in, during seasonal maintenance, or upon a tenant’s request. It’s a small detail, but it really helps create clarity between landlords and tenants.

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Bay Property Management Group

MAY 13, 2025

As a landlord, you’re used to juggling everything from repairs to tenant concerns, but tiny invaders like ants can still catch you off guard. And if youve had tenant complaints or noticed ants becoming a recurring problem, it might help to see how property management companies in Washington, D.C. Tenant Bill of Rights.

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Buildium

JUNE 17, 2025

You can identify these potential clients through local networking events, online landlord forums, or by analyzing rental listings to find self-managed properties. Once you make contact, highlight how your services can reduce their workload, improve tenant retention, or increase their rental income. Not sure where to start?

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RL Property Management

JUNE 16, 2025

Make Your Property Stand Out This Leasing Season June is peak leasing season in Columbus, and competition for quality tenants is fierce. Thoughtful rental property upgrades for tenants can make all the difference. When tenants see clean, modern features, they recognize the care behind the property.

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Although many people consider a house up to 600 square feet to be a tiny home, the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) Appendix AQ, stated that tiny houses are dwelling units measuring 400 square feet (37 m 2 ) or less in floor area, excluding lofts. Can tenants have parties or pets? Your best bet is social media.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 12, 2025

Needless to say, you’re probably wondering: How do I deal with cockroaches in a rental unit? This guide covers what every landlord and tenant should know about cockroaches in an apartment: why they show up, how to get rid of them effectively, and what the law says about who’s responsible for what. Don’t downplay the issue.

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Young Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

A vacant rental unit not only generates no income but also adds to ongoing costs like maintenance, utilities, and advertising. Keeping your rental property occupied with reliable tenants is crucial for maximizing your return on investment and minimizing the time between leases.

Rental Property

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 15, 2025

The price stays steady, the lease keeps renewing, and tenants feel secure staying long-term. Thats the idea behind a rent-stabilized apartment housing with built-in protections to keep rent increases reasonable and tenants in place. For renters and landlords dealing with regulated units, working with experienced Washington D.C.

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BetterWho

APRIL 4, 2025

From improving tenant satisfaction to increasing profitability, KPIs are the foundation of success for any property management company. KPIs Give You: Clarity on performance across departments (leasing, maintenance, accounting, etc.) Occupancy Rate This tells you how many of your rental units are currently leased.

Property Management

Beach Front Property Management

MAY 8, 2025

Key 2025 Rental Laws in California 1. Enhanced Security Deposit Transparency (AB 2801) To address the disputes over security deposits, AB 2801 requires property owners to document the condition of a rental unit before renters move in and after they move out, using time-stamped photographs.

Rental Unit

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Several Factors Influence Vacancy Rates – Population growth, rental pricing, and the local job market play key roles in determining how easily a property can attract tenants. Proactive management, market research, and tenant-focused practices help keep occupancy rates high and rental income steady.

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Muldoon Associates

JULY 17, 2025

Let’s talk about some of the newest and most important laws in the Colorado landlord and tenant space right now. Just Cause Eviction Protections in Colorado Thanks to HB24-1098, landlords must now have “cause” to evict a tenant or even to decline a lease renewal. So let’s unpack what this means to Colorado landlords.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 11, 2025

In this article, well break down what being a co-applicant really means, how its different from a co-signer, what the landlord looks for, and the good (and not-so-good) things you need to know before you sign that lease with someone. They share responsibility for fulfilling the lease terms. Main Takeaways What is a co-applicant?

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Authority Property Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Managing Your Rental Property Through the Seasons Owning a rental property isnt just about collecting rentits about maintaining a home that attracts and retains great tenants. Adjusting your approach accordingly can help you save money, keep tenants happy, and protect your investment.

Property Management

Property Management Inc.

MARCH 13, 2025

Reducing vacancy rates isn't just about luck or timing; it's about strategy, preparation, and knowing the right moves to fill your rental units. This guide will equip you with proven techniques and insights for keeping your properties occupied, maintaining a steady rental income, and building a thriving rental business.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Most landlords worry about chasing late rent, getting repairs done, or dealing with difficult tenants. Its more common than you might think and can happen even in vacant rental units. Sometimes, it even happens in rental units that are sitting empty between tenants. It’s called phrogging.

Real Estate

Buildium

JUNE 9, 2025

When you acquire another company, you can quickly add new rental units under management, enter new markets, and broaden the types of properties you oversee. Learn how tenant communications and customer service are handled. Standardize workflows including rent collection, maintenance requests, and tenant communications.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 19, 2025

Furnishing a rental unit is one of those behind-the-scenes tasks that can quietly makeorbreak your tenants first impression. For landlords in Baltimore, the big question is how much to furnish an apartment without overspending, yet still attracting great tenants.

Apartment

MRI Software

MARCH 5, 2025

Landlords may face various liability risks, from tenant injuries to property damage claims. Landlord liability insurance is a type of coverage designed to protect property owners from financial losses due to accidents or damages occurring at their rental property.

Insurance

Rentals United

APRIL 17, 2025

This rental model combines the income potential of short-term stays with the reliability of longer leases. At Rentals United, weve analyzed our internal data and turned it into insights to help property managers like you build adaptable rental strategies and maximize bookings. More reliable tenants.

Rental Unit

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 22, 2025

Main Takeaways Mother-in-law apartments offer flexible living solutions , serving as spaces for aging relatives, guests, or rental units that can generate extra income. property management isnt just about fixing leaky tapsits knowing whether you can legally rent out that little unit in your backyard without breaking any rules.

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RL Property Management

JULY 24, 2025

Whether it’s a single-family home, a duplex, or a small multi-family unit, each property type comes with its own unique set of benefits, risks, and management needs. And those variables can directly affect your cash flow, tenant retention, and long-term portfolio growth. One tenant, one lease, one set of maintenance concerns.

Single-Family Home

Property Management Inc.

JULY 11, 2025

It’s a word that no landlord wants to utter, yet it’s an inevitable part of managing rental properties. Whether it’s due to unpaid rent, a lease violation, or a tenant refusing to vacate, drafting a professional eviction notice is your first step in reclaiming control of your property.

Lease Agreement

Property Management Inc.

JUNE 13, 2025

This period is the time you're legally required to give your tenant before filing for an eviction case. It allows tenants the opportunity to pay rent, correct lease violations, or leave voluntarily before the situation escalates. Handling Common Tenant Violations Spot the Red Flags Is your tenant repeatedly late with rent?

Landlord

Buildium

JANUARY 22, 2025

Digital marketing might just be the most common and accessible way that property managers can reach prospective owners and tenants. The Importance of Digital Marketing in Property Management When property owners and renters begin their search for management or a rental unit, they usually start online.

Property Management

RL Property Management

MAY 7, 2025

Why Choosing the Right Property Manager in Columbus Matters Whether youre a seasoned investor or an accidental landlord, finding the right property management company can make or break your rental experience. Columbus, Ohio is a growing and competitive rental market with diverse tenant needs and an evolving regulatory landscape.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Property management keeps evolving fast, driven by innovative proptech companies delivering new tools that save time, reduce headaches, and improve tenant experiences. This post highlights some of the best proptech companies in 2025, across leasing, bookkeeping, maintenance, tenant screening, payments, and more.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 6, 2025

Vacancy loss is themoney a landlord loses when rental units remain unoccupied. While its often seen in a negative light, experienced property managers in Baltimore view it as more than just lost incomeit also represents potential earnings you could gain once the units are occupied. That makes it even harder to attract renters.

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Rental Housing Journal

JUNE 10, 2025

As temperatures rise into the triple digits, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is warning landlords about air conditioning requirements under the state’s landlord-tenant law, according to a release. Tenants have rights that are protected by Arizona law. 33-1301-1381) and any applicable local regulations.

Landlord

Muldoon Associates

JULY 31, 2025

What should your lease agreement cover? There are the basics, of course, like names and contact information and when the lease starts and when it ends. You’ll want rental and security deposit amounts. We aren’t lawyers, but we are property managers who have been working with lease agreements in Colorado for decades.

Lease Agreement

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 20, 2025

Main Takeaways How to stop smells from coming through vents in apartment: Tenants can reduce smells by using odor neutralizers, cleaning vents, running exhaust fans, and keeping their space tidy while waiting for landlord intervention. If your lease allows it, swapping them out can make a big difference.

Apartment

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. Just as you are placing your faith in a new tenant to pay their rent on time and respect your property, they are placing their trust in you that you will keep them safe while providing them with a habitable home.

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In the competitive world of property management, tenant turnover can be a significant drain on resources and profitability. The costs associated with vacant units, marketing to new tenants, and preparing properties for new occupants can quickly add up.

Tenant

Appfolio

JULY 13, 2020

In the residential leasing world, May through September are known as leasing season—with July and August typically seeing the most volume. To make the most of leasing season, property managers, leasing teams, and marketing managers need to be ready for increased demand and commit resources to encourage lease renewals.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

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? As premiere Washington DC property managers , we know that managing tenants can be a tricky business. There are a lot of considerations.

Lease Agreement

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. Just as you are placing your faith in a new tenant to pay their rent on time and respect your property, they are placing their trust in you that you will keep them safe while providing them with a habitable home.

Tenant

Rental Choice

AUGUST 6, 2024

Smoking in apartments is a contentious issue that has caused many disputes between landlords and tenants. However, both federal and state laws have something to say about smoking — even in private spaces like rental units. Smoking in Apartments and Tenants’ Rights Can I smoke in my apartment? According to the U.S.

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