Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

If youre managing rental units, commercial spaces, or mixed-use properties, a solid understanding of proptech and how to use digital tools effectively comes with the job description. It represents a comprehensive change in the way property managers and other real estate professionals do business.

Property Management

Rentals United

JUNE 4, 2025

The Rentals United Worlds Top 50 Property Managers is our annual ranking of the largest most industry-redefining vacation rental companies worldwide. The vacation rental industry has seen significant growth in recent years, with numerous companies emerging as leaders in the field. metropolitan cities.

Rental 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

RL Property Management

JULY 24, 2025

Not All Rental Properties Are Created Equal When investors think about building wealth through real estate, the focus usually lands on metrics like ROI, vacancy rates, or long-term appreciation. If your single-family rental is vacant, your income drops to zero until it’s leased again. Limited cash flow potential.

Single-Family Home

Gordon Property Management

JANUARY 30, 2025

As we settle further into a brand new year, its important to understand the real estate trends that are shaping the San Francisco market and how you can best position your investments to remain profitable and secure. Make sure theres at least some smart home tech installed if youre selling or renting a home.

Real Estate

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

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 31, 2025

Thinking about investing in real estate but not sure whether to go for a condo or a duplex? But you avoid HOA fees, and you can earn rental income if you rent the units out. In turn, you can have a steadier rental income. That means you can collect rent from two tenants, which gives you better cash flow.

Single-Family Home

RL Property Management

MAY 7, 2025

A great property manager does more than collect rent. Technology & Communication: Online portals, maintenance tracking, rent collection systems, and owner dashboards are now industry standards. They provide full-service management, including leasing, maintenance, rent collection, and detailed financial reporting.

Property Management

Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Property managers use Buildium to automate rent collections, manage vendor payments, track maintenance requests, and communicate with tenantsall within a single, easy-to-use platform. Obligo also protects landlords against potential damages or unpaid rent, maintaining financial security without burdening tenants.

Property Management

Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 6, 2025

Why Vacancies Matter in Real Estate How to Calculate Vacancy Loss Common Causes (and Solutions) FAQs What Is Vacancy Loss? Vacancy loss is themoney a landlord loses when rental units remain unoccupied. Why Vacancies Matter in Real Estate When your rental(s) sit empty, its not just lost rentit affects your entire business.

IT

Avantio

APRIL 2, 2025

Feature Airbnb Stays Airbnb Experiences Primary Focus Renting out accommodations (homes, apartments, shared spaces). Type of Host Property owners, real estate investors, and short-term rental managers. Scalability & Growth Can scale with multiple properties or rental units.

Airbnb

American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

You have probably heard at some point that real estate is a great investment or real estate is the best way to earn additional income. While its great to know that real estate is a good investment, its even better to know how to actually invest in it. How do you invest in real estate?

Real Estate

American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

You have probably heard at some point that real estate is a great investment or real estate is the best way to earn additional income. While its great to know that real estate is a good investment, its even better to know how to actually invest in it. How do you invest in real estate?

Real Estate

American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

As a landlord or property manager, rent control may not be the most positive term in the real estate industry. It basically puts constraints on how much control a landlord has over their property, specifically on how much rent they can charge tenants. In 2019, both California and Oregon signed statewide rent control laws.

Rent

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? In some areas, that demo can be quite large.

Lease Agreement

Beach Front Property Management

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Understanding each step will build your confidence as you work towards creating a multifamily real estate portfolio. A multifamily unit refers to any property with more than one residential unit. Investing in buildings with many units can benefit from economies of scale and potentially achieve higher overall returns.

Real Estate

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

Part of being a rental property owner or manager is understanding the local and state rent increase laws. A rent increase is a consistent responsibility for every landlord, but there are reasons beyond rent regulations and compliance to understand the process and reasons behind it. What causes rent to increase?

Compliance

American Apartment Owners Association

AUGUST 7, 2022

Part of being a rental property owner or manager is understanding the local and state rent increase laws. A rent increase is a consistent responsibility for every landlord, but there are reasons beyond rent regulations and compliance to understand the process and reasons behind it. What causes rent to increase?

Compliance

American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The costs associated with vacant units, marketing to new tenants, and preparing properties for new occupants can quickly add up. Accordingto a report from Zego, the average cost of turning over a rental unit was $3,872 in 2023. With renting being 40% cheaper than owning on average, ensure your pricing remains attractive.

Tenant

American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Scott Varney Tax Strategist, SV Consultants Scott Varneys unique perspective combines his experience as a top-producing real estate agent with his deep understanding of financial services. Topics include rent control, eviction protections, and legislative changes that could impact your bottom line.

Litigation

Buildium

DECEMBER 20, 2024

This influx of new residents fuels demand for rental properties; and as a result, tens of thousands of rental units have been built in cities like Austin, Dallas, and Houston over the last several years. But due to this flood of new construction, rent growth and occupancy rates have recently floundered in these big-name cities.

Property Management

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

Real Property Management Chicago

JUNE 24, 2022

In that case, you have to find tenants, keep track of payments and repairs, and manage all the other aspects of owning and managing rental property. Proptech is a term for technology used in the real estate industry. Keep reading to learn more about how proptech can help you better manage your single-family rental properties.

Rental Property

American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

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. On average, the units have been rented out within 30 days and there have been minimal concerns from existing tenants.

Landlord

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Real estate investing is no exception, but its also an opportunity to expand your portfolio or create an additional income stream. The first step towards creating income through real estate is to invest in rental properties that generate a positive cash flow properties where more revenue is coming in than going out every month.

Rental Property

American Apartment Owners Association

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Real estate investing is no exception, but its also an opportunity to expand your portfolio or create an additional income stream. The first step towards creating income through real estate is to invest in rental properties that generate a positive cash flow properties where more revenue is coming in than going out every month.

Rental Property

Appfolio

JULY 13, 2020

After rent price and apartment features, 54% of renters said the community’s appearance played a role in their decision to visit a community, according to the NMHC / Kingsley Associates Renter Preference Report. If you’re comparing your property to others on the market, make sure you only compare your units to those that are similar.

Lease

Rental Choice

APRIL 4, 2024

An inappropriately priced rental unit can discourage tenants from renting or lead to potential losses. It’s important to strike a balance to make the most out of the rental property. Factors to Consider: How Much Should I Charge for Rent? Each rental unit will have a different appropriate price.

Apartment

Authority Property Management

JULY 26, 2024

As we approach the November 2024 elections, one of the key ballot measures that could significantly impact the real estate market in California is Proposition 33. Under Costa-Hawkins , rent control is prohibited on: Single-family homes and condominiums. Vacant units, allowing landlords to reset rent prices to market rates.

Real Estate

Real Property Management Evertrust

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Failing to Properly Screen Tenants The Mistake: Many new landlords are so eager to fill their rental units that they skip or rush through tenant screening. While trusting your instincts is important, not screening tenants thoroughly can lead to issues like late rent payments, property damage, or even legal disputes.

Landlord

Florida Property Management

APRIL 2, 2022

The Pros and Cons of Rent Control Policies Research by the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies (JCHS) found that although 6.7 million housing units were added to the market between 2005 and 2015, the vast majority of those homes were designed to accommodate only the smallest and wealthiest portion of the rental population.

Rent

Real Property Management Choice

MARCH 16, 2018

The good news for rental property owners is that vacancy rates are dropping as well, proving the demand for rental units is still there. In fact, Zillow reported that the average rent rates are on the rise. You can see a lucrative market for rental property owners.

Real Estate

Real Property Management Enterprises

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Investing in multi-family rentals involves acquiring and managing properties with multiple units, starting from two. There are several perks to investing in this way: Multiple units allow you to generate better returns than single-family homes. By collecting rent from several tenants, you can offset any vacancy expenses.

Single-Family Home

BiggerPockets

JANUARY 18, 2022

What are the pros and cons of renting to pet owners? And how can you ensure that the pet is a good fit for your pet-friendly rental unit? What questions should a pet application include? Read on to find the answers to these questions—and more. .

Rent

Authority Property Management

JUNE 16, 2024

Discover Why Local Insights Outperform Online Algorithms for Reliable Rent Valuations When it comes to renting out properties in Redding, CA, and the surrounding areas, property owners and landlords often turn to Zillow’s Rent Zestimate ® tool for guidance.

Real Estate Broker

Muldoon Associates

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Colorado Springs is growing quickly, and while that’s good news for real estate investors who are renting out properties, it can create a sense of disconnect and solitude. Owning rental property can be both a smart investment and a deeply rewarding experience. That’s good news for you and your properties.

Real Estate

Rental Choice

MARCH 5, 2024

The rental market rapidly increased during 2021 and 2022. However, rent growth for apartments with professional management fell during the third quarter (Q3) of 2023. Only 1% of the markets reported a rent growth of 10% in Q3 of 2023. This slowing demand has stabilized the rental market after 18 months of turbulence.

Apartment