Rentec Direct

APRIL 11, 2025

Tenant turnover is the time between lease agreements when one renter moves out and the next renter moves in. During tenant turnover you need find a new tenant, complete any repairs and necessary maintenance for your next renter and schedule a move-in date so you can maximize your rental income.

Property Manager

Buildium

APRIL 23, 2025

From lease signings and renewals to tenant communications and rent payments, it tackles the most time-consuming aspects of property management. With this software in your toolkit, you can manage everything more effectively, freeing up time to focus on what matters mostbuilding relationships with tenants and growing your business.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 23, 2025

Main Takeaways Pros of Buying a Duplex: A duplex can provide dual rental income, helping offset your mortgage or even turning a profit, making it a great investment for those looking to maximize returns. If you rent out both units, youre earning from two tenants instead of one. Thats double the income from the same property.

Single-Family Home

Real Property Management Chicago

JUNE 6, 2025

Although property owners and managers ought to maintain rental income in line with local rates and inflation, they need to balance this need with transparency and common sense or risk driving good tenants away. Ultimately, remember to take your history with your current tenant into consideration.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 22, 2025

Main Takeaways Fourplexes offer multiple income streams and easier residential financing (like FHA/VA loans) while enabling “house hacking” for reduced living costs. Key challenges include higher upfront costs, increased tenant management, and limited market inventory compared to other property types.

Single-Family Home

Buildium

MAY 15, 2025

When you manage your own rental, you’re building personal wealth, taking advantage of tax benefits, and making strategic decisions that directly impact your future. You already know how to handle tenants, maintenance, budgeting, and legal compliance. Why Transition to Rental Property Investment? The best part?

Property Manager

Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

These include routine inspections, maintenance checks, vendor coordination, and turnover preparation. Managers and maintenance staff receive timely alerts for tasks such as smoke detector testing, HVAC filter replacement, lawn care, or seasonal pest treatments. For example, residents who get rent reminders via text tend to pay on time.

Property Manager

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 14, 2025

Lets explore how inflation on rental property investment can impact youand most importantly, how you can keep your investments safe and still make a profit, no matter what changes the economy goes through. If you own a rental property or are thinking about having one, inflation should be a guiding factor of making your decisions.

Rental Property

Buildium

JANUARY 30, 2025

How Does Single Family Property Management Software Help Your Business Single family property managers often have to deal with a variety of properties, each with their own location, types of tenants, maintenance needs, and other unique features. Its designed to automate and simplify all the tasks involved in managing rental properties.

Property Management Software

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 16, 2025

During this time, they can renovate the units, raise rents, and manage tenants as if it’s their own property. The lessee takes charge of managing the property, including finding tenants, collecting rent, handling repairs, and even upgrading spaces. Then, that can boost your rental income.

Real Estate

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Keep reading to get the insights you need to maximize your rental income. Key Takeaways Vacancy Rate Directly Impacts Rental Income and Property Performance – A high vacancy rate means lost rental income and potential management issues, while a low rate signals strong demand and stable cash flow.

Landlord

RL Property Management

JUNE 23, 2025

Finding a great tenant for your Columbus rental property feels good. The real key to long-term success is keeping those excellent tenants. This playbook will walk you through the proven tenant retention strategies Columbus property owners and experienced property managers use.

Tenant

Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Even though you cant claim a tax deduction from your hands-on work, it increases your propertys appeal and market value, which can attract better tenants and higher rent in the long run. Other Ways to Get a Tax Break So, now we know that you cant deduct your own labor on a rental property. The concept of sweat equity still holds value.

Rental Property

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.

Property Manager

Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Benefits of Using Rental Property Accounting Software Rental property accounting software helps landlords in several fundamental ways: Simplified Financial Organization: Accounting software helps landlords keep all their financial records in one place.

Rental Property

Bay Property Management Group

JULY 7, 2025

Main Takeaways Penthouses offer unmatched luxury and exclusivity — Positioned at the top of buildings, they feature premium amenities like private terraces, sweeping views, and custom features that attract high-income tenants and buyers. Typically, you can ask for higher rental rates with penthouses.

IT

RL Property Management

JUNE 2, 2025

Summer is leasing season… are you ready to capture the best tenants before theyre gone? In Columbus, the summer months bring a rush of tenant movement. High-quality tenants dont just stumble onto a great rental. The best marketing starts with clarity: Who do you actually want living in your rental?

Tenant

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. The bottom line?

Tenant

Authority Property Management

MARCH 14, 2025

The answer depends on your financial goals, the local rental market , and how comfortable you are with being a landlord. From tax benefits to leveraging rental income for a new home loan, let's break down why converting your home into a rental might be a golden opportunity.

Rental Property

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. For tenants, this means a quieter living experience. Tenants love the extra room for friends, pets, or weekend barbecues.

Real Estate

Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 4, 2025

In this guide, we break down what a ground lease really means, how it works, the pros and cons for both the investing tenants and landlords, and the key things to consider before signing on the dotted line. A ground lease is an agreement that lets a tenant lease land and develop it during a set periodusually for 50 to 99 years.

Lease

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 3, 2025

They go as follows: Formula NOI = Total Revenue Operating Expenses Example Suppose you own a multifamily rental property in Howard, DC, generating $100,000 in annual rental income. Income Sources Rent Payments The obvious one is money collected from tenants. However, you should be sure not to.

Real Estate

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 27, 2025

Rental Income Potential in Philadelphia If you’re an investor, Philadelphia’s rental market has promising opportunities to generate rental income. Furthermore, Philadelphia boasts an average rental yield of 7.89% , making it an attractive option for investors seeking steady returns.

Transportation

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 one thing, a tenant’s rent can only increase by a certain amount each year.

Apartment

Authority Property Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Actionable Strategies to Stand Out, Attract Quality Tenants, and Boost Your Rentals ROI Unlocking Your Rental Propertys Full Potential in Redding Owning a rental property isnt just about collecting rentits about creating a space that attracts and retains quality tenants.

Property

Esquire Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Finding and hiring the correct property manager to manage your rental property can make all the difference in the world for landowners and investors – this is true for both commercial and residential property. Does your property management team adequately screen potential tenants?

Property Manager

Bay Property Management Group

MAY 9, 2025

Main Takeaways Apartments provide steady rental income and lower maintenance responsibilities , thanks to shared building management, multiple tenants, and tax benefits. However, ongoing costs and tenant management can be challenging. And even if one unit is empty for a while, the rest can still generate income.

Apartment

Property Management Inc.

MARCH 13, 2025

Owning rental properties is like running a business where every empty unit is a silent thief, quietly draining your profits. During vacancy, you're left covering property taxes, mortgage payments, and maintenance costs. Managing Your Property Effectively Effectively managing a rental property requires proactive management.

Landlord

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 31, 2025

Duplex Benefits: Condos tend to be affordable and lower maintenance, with shared amenities managed by an HOA. On the other hand, duplexes typically offer better rental income potential and full ownership of the property. But you avoid HOA fees, and you can earn rental income if you rent the units out.

Single-Family Home

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

RL Property Management

JANUARY 24, 2025

From tenant management to regulatory compliance and property maintenance, their services allow you to focus on growing your portfolio while keeping everything in check. They determine market-aligned rent rates using local data and list properties on popular rental platforms to attract reliable tenants.

Property Manager

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 27, 2025

They can affect what and where you can build , influence privacy, and impact rental income or resale value, especially if they restrict property use. You might not be allowed to build anything permanent in that area, like a garage or a fence, because they need access whenever maintenance is required.

Real Estate

MRI Software

MARCH 5, 2025

Renting out property can be a great way to generate income, but it also comes with potential financial risks. Landlords may face various liability risks, from tenant injuries to property damage claims. Unlike standard homeowner insurance, this liability insurance is specifically designed to address rental property risks.

Insurance

RL Property Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Tenants may not report minor issues until they escalate, local code violations slip through the cracks, and wear-and-tear adds up. If left unchecked, these issues can create serious safety concerns for tenants and massive repair bills for owners. Without regular check-ins, its easy to miss important maintenance issues.

Rental Property

Property Management Inc.

MAY 14, 2025

Managing rental properties often feels less like "passive income" and more like starring in an ongoing dramatic sitcom. There's the endless ding of tenant texts, maintenance emergencies at ungodly hours, and the never-ending chase for rent payments. Flat-rate management fees mean no surprises on your invoice.

Property Manager

American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 31, 2025

Investors earn income primarily through dividends derived from rental income or interest. a company must meet a few criteria: Have at least 100 shareholders Distribute 90% of taxable income as dividends Invest 75% of assets in real estate, cash, or U.S. To qualify as a REIT in the U.S.,

Real Estate

Property Management Inc.

MARCH 13, 2025

These properties generate income, accommodate businesses, and support trade. Commercial property managers must juggle tasks like lease negotiations, property maintenance, and ensuring compliance with zoning laws. Long-term leases are standard in commercial real estate, offering a stable income for property owners.

Residential Property Management