Buildium

MAY 18, 2025

If your books are a mess and you cant do that, you could be fined, you could lose your license, and you could even go to jail. If youre ever audited, you need to be able to back up your reporting with financial documentation. GAAP accounting] gives you a system for maintaining the documentation youll need if youre ever audited in the future.

Property Management

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

License Plate Recognition (LPR) Cameras read license plates and automatically grant access based on approved lists. Advantages: No physical keys, easy to share or revoke access remotely, detailed audit trails. Limitations: Requires smartphones, occasional connectivity issues. Unknown vehicles are denied entry or flagged.

Apartment

Yardi Breeze

APRIL 3, 2025

Generally speaking, the Notes field is ideal for static information, or data that is unlikely to change, such as license plate numbers, pet registration, etc. Activity Feed Yardi Breeze lets you take notes in two places: the Activity Feed and the Notes field. The Activity Feed is ideal for information that changes over time.

Tenant

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

register your business, and get the proper licensing based on your state or local laws. How to Start a Virtual Property Management Company Step-by-Step If youre ready to go virtual, heres a roadmap to get started: 1. Set Your Business Structure Choose a legal entity (LLC, sole proprietorship, etc.), Leasing only? Maintenance coordination?

Property Management

BetterWho

JULY 11, 2025

Start by understanding how pros organize their businesses—not just how they get licensed. That way, you build structure that scales. Thinking about how to become a property manager ? Stop Tolerating Hiring Mistakes Hiring the wrong person will set you back months— and cost you thousands.

Property Management

Buildium

JULY 21, 2025

If not, you can ask your reserve study professional or a licensed contractor to provide you with estimates.

Management

HOA Managememt

MARCH 27, 2025

Maryland also requires that collectors be licensed with the states Collection Agency Licensing Board under Business Regulation 7-301. Additionally, any collection agency working for an HOA must be licensed by the state under M.G.L. This means HOAs need to find properly licensed agencies to do the collection for them.

Regulation

Buildium

JUNE 9, 2025

Confirm that the company complies with local licensing and regulatory requirements, including trust accounting standards. Missing licensing renewals, trust accounting rules, or lease compliance can lead to fines and legal issues. This step protects you from hidden liabilities and helps you avoid legal complications.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 1, 2025

These improvements are often considered capital assets and may require landlord approval, licensed contractors, and lease review before starting. Use Licensed Contractors Many landlords require that licensed and insured professionals are the only ones to do work on their property. Yes, even if you paid for them.

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

JUNE 20, 2025

But compressor issues or refrigerant leaks demand licensed HVAC pros. Worn compressors, refrigerant leaks, clogged coils, or dirty filters reduce cooling and hike energy bills. Signs include weak airflow, strange sounds, or sump pump leaks due to frozen evaporator coils. Clean filters regularly. Winter brings furnace failures.

Landlord

Real Property Management Evertrust

JUNE 5, 2025

Whenever attainable, check with vendor past clients and local licensing boards. This step is time-consuming because you have to research each vendor carefully by checking feedback, examining their credentials, and verifying their experience.

Property Management

Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Implementation Advice: Rolling Out Software the Smart Way Rolling out new software takes more than buying a license. Choose software that can grow with you instead of limiting you later. A successful launch depends on planning, communication, and hands-on training. Start by setting a realistic launch date.

Apartment Management

California Leasing & Management

JUNE 11, 2025

Do they have an in-house maintenance team or a network of vetted, licensed, and insured contractors? How Do You Handle Property Maintenance and Repairs? Understand their process for both routine and emergency maintenance. What is their typical response time for tenant requests? How are repair costs approved and communicated to you, the owner?

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 12, 2025

Instead, take the time to collect a vendors business license, proof of insurance, and other essential documents. Weak Vendor Relationships Building strong vendor relationships from day one lays the foundation for reliable, efficient maintenance operations. This helps ensure your relationship will start on the right foot.

Maintenance

American Apartment Owners Association

JUNE 12, 2025

We’ll also walk through key questions to ask when selecting a licensed EEE inspector. Webinar 3 (August 21): SB326 / SB721 Balcony Reports Explained: What to Expect & How to Respond You got the inspection report—now what?

Compliance

Buildium

JUNE 25, 2025

Partner with licensed plumbers, electricians, and HVAC professionals. Verify licenses and insurance before work begins. Standardize unit inspections to identify recurring issues early. Use work order software to track requests, monitor turnaround times, and evaluate technician efficiency.

Apartment Management

Avantio

JULY 7, 2025

Florida Statutes and Regulations Do You Need a License for Vacation Rentals in Florida? State Licensing Requirements Through DBPR Local Permits by County and City What Are the New Rules for Landlords in Florida in 2025? The point is to create a statewide registry and standard license/fee structure. So What’s the Problem?

Property Management

Condo Control

JULY 8, 2025

can be used to host board and membership meetings.

Condominium

AirKeeper

MAY 6, 2025

Staying compliant with licensing, insurance, and occupancy regulations can be time-consuming and confusing, especially if you’re managing multiple properties. If youre feeling exhausted, unable to take a break, or anxious about every booking, its a clear indicator that the current approach isnt working.

Professional Property Management

Nest DC

JULY 15, 2025

Forget Instagram, the only BBL that matters for your DC rental is a Basic Business License. Forget Instagram – the only BBL that matters for your DC rental is a Basic Business License. That means scheduling a housing inspection with the Department of Buildings (DOB) and getting a Basic Business License.

License

Beach Front Property Management

JUNE 18, 2025

Coordinate repairs with licensed and insured vendors. A professional property manager can help you: Stay compliant with changing landlord-tenant laws like AB 1482. Screen and place tenants more effectively. Handle resident disputes or notices professionally. Maintain your building’s value and reputation.

Property Management

T&H Realty

JULY 28, 2025

Need a licensed HVAC, plumbing, or electrical pro? On top of this we have ongoing fees for Indiana General Contracting licensing and bonds. Maintenance Technician Wages A solid, full‑time W‑2 tech earns ≈ $25/hour (payroll taxes, benefits, and training already baked in). Expect 1.5–2× 2× that rate.

Maintenance

Yardi Breeze

APRIL 9, 2025

Once you’ve selected a theme and licensed it, well start working with you immediately, even if you’re still setting up Breeze or Breeze Premier. While these themes provide a starting point, everything from photos and colors to branding can be customized to fit your needs.

Property

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 11, 2025

To Verify the Licensed Owner In rare cases of rental scams, confirming the property’s ownership can protect you from fraud. For Major Maintenance Issues When smaller issues fester, it helps to know who’s ultimately accountable for property upkeep. This can help you in case you need to escalate the issue further.

Property

Yardi Breeze

MARCH 21, 2025

Unless you are also a licensed private investigator and have all the time in the world, technology is your key to quickly and accurately make sure the documents provided to you by prospective renters are authentic. The middle name or initial is an easy way to catch this, so ask applicants to provide their full legal name.

Applications

Real Property Management DC Metro

JUNE 20, 2025

Validate all licenses, check online reviews from prior clients, and request examples of past work. Coordinating contractors, vendors, and renters requires investing considerable time and effort in managing expectations and schedules.

Contractors

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 16, 2025

Heres what youll need to have ready: A valid ID Like your drivers license or passport. It might feel overwhelming at first, but the process is actually pretty straightforward once you know whats needed. Just something to prove you are who you say you are. Proof of income Most landlords want to see that you can afford the rent.

Apartment

BetterWho

MAY 28, 2025

Most guides will tell you to register an LLC, get licensed, and open a bank account. Cool but thats not what builds a business that actually runs without you. In this guide, well walk you through what it really takes to start a property management company that doesnt just survive but grows.

Property Management

Thanks For Visiting

JULY 15, 2025

Legal, Licensing, and Compliance Before you list your property on any rental sites, you must understand the local rules. You will likely need a business license to operate legally. You will likely need a business license to operate legally. This includes proper licensing, insurance, and using software to streamline operations.

License

Rental Housing Journal

JULY 14, 2025

The best property-management companies use licensed professionals, from real estate agents and marketers to licensed contractors and trade professionals with all the right connections and certifications. That can be a good thing because all you need to do is wait for your payments to arrive.

Property Management

Real Property Management California Coast

JULY 5, 2025

For example, the quality of the renovations may be questionable, especially if completed without proper permits or licenses. However, even newly renovated properties can have hidden issues , resulting in unexpected maintenance costs. Another potential risk of turnkey properties involves property values.

Property

Zeevou

MARCH 13, 2025

Compliance and Risk Management Continuously monitor local, state, and national laws affecting vacation rentals, including restrictions on licensing requirements and tax obligations. Partner with local legal teams to navigate zoning laws, acquire necessary permits, and ensure compliance with tax policies.

Airbnb

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

That said, youll need proper documentation from a licensed medical or mental health practitioner to confirm the animal is necessary for your disability or mental health condition. Assistance Animals Are Not Considered Pets Under federal law, assistance animals, like service dogs and emotional support animals, aren’t classified as pets.

Lease Agreement

PropertyMe

JULY 2, 2025

In a busy real estate office, keeping on top of everyone’s CPD (Continuing Professional Development) records and license renewals can quickly become overwhelming — especially when your team spans multiple roles, locations and license classes. That’s where PropertyMe’s Contact Compliance feature becomes a game changer.

Compliance

Real Property Management California Coast

JUNE 20, 2025

Verify all licenses, review online feedback from prior clients, and request examples of past work. Coordinating contractors, vendors, and renters demands investing considerable time and effort in managing expectations and schedules.

Contractors

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 12, 2025

Bring in a licensed pest control professional. Start by responding to the tenant right away Let them know you’ve received their complaint and are on it. Don’t downplay the issue. In multifamily properties, roaches spread easily between units, and what starts in one kitchen can quickly reach several others.

Apartment

Condo Control

JULY 17, 2025

Some good examples of popular condo hardware include parcel locker systems, intercom systems, license plate readers, key lockers and display screens. Often, hardware works collaboratively with condo software to automate or improve processes.

Condominium