Buildium

APRIL 3, 2025

From renters wanting to embrace technology throughout their property search and leasing process to property managers finding ways to increase tenant retention in light of renters dwindling financial health, this post will provide key insights on what you can do to keep growing. Allow prospective tenants to apply online directly from listings.

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Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 16, 2025

Tenant screening is a crucial part of effective property management. In this blog, we will learn how property managers handle tenant screening and why this process is importantto creating a successful rental experience for all parties. What Is Tenant Screening? Here is why this process holds such value: 1.

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Rent Manager

MARCH 3, 2025

Concise communication with your tenants and team members is crucial. As the nature of your work continues to rely on digital communications; emails, texts, and phone calls are more essential than ever.

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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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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 8, 2025

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? Main Takeaways Tenants at willthose renting without a formal leasestill have legal protections in Washington, D.C. Read below to learn more.

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Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Communication Automation Tenants, vendors, and staff receive real-time updates as the request moves through each stage; approved, scheduled, in progress, and completed. Rent Collection and Financial Automation Collecting rent and managing accounting tasks can be extremely time-consuming.

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American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 27, 2025

Multifamily refers to properties, such as apartment complexes, condominiums, townhouses, semi-detached units and duplexes, all of which offer multiple spaces for rent. These factors can affect a propertys value and its appeal to tenants. That means that if one tenant moves out, you will still receive income from the other tenants.

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Bay Property Management Group

JULY 18, 2025

They Offer Bigger Spaces Most tenants choose to live in a quadplex because they offer a “real home” ambience. More Bang for Your Buck In our experience, the rent is often surprisingly lower cost than you would imagine for the space you get. Will I have my own utilities in a quadplex? It could be more of a squeeze. It depends.

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Rental Housing Journal

JULY 8, 2025

By Michael Coleman and Faris Babineaux Associates, Haynes Boone As of May 7, 2025, Washington state has a new rent control law under House Bill 1217. Washington is now the third state in the country with a statewide rent cap, joining California and Oregon. It only applies to increases on or after that date.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 25, 2025

Renting to tenants who can reliably pay on time, every time. Verifying income helps you find tenants who are financially stable and trustworthy. Main Takeaways The income verification process is a core part of finding qualified tenants who can pay the rent on time. So, how do you make that happen?

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Tracking payments, handling lease agreements, responding to tenant inquiries, and staying on top of maintenance requests often leads to a never-ending cycle. This guide explores how rental leasing software helps landlords make every leasing tasks more efficient and enhance tenant experiences.

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Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Examples: A lease is signed, a payment is late, a tenant submits a request. Example: “If rent is more than 5 days overdue, apply a late fee.” Tenant Move-In and Move-Out Workflows Tenant turnover is one of the most process-heavy parts of property management. Workflow automation flips that mindset.

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Managing rental properties involves more than just collecting rent and maintaining the property. These tools simplify everything from tracking rent payments to generating tax reports, which ultimately saves time and reduces errors. These features help you never miss a payment and that tenants are always aware of what they owe.

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Buildium

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

The franchise will have already set up best practices for business operations, marketing, branding, tenant and owner experience, and so on. You will receive training in rent and fee collection, marketing techniques , accounting practices , compliance and other legal issues, and all other aspects of property management.

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Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Well explore how proptech reshapes workflows, decision-making, tenant engagement, and portfolio management. Where managers once reacted to tenant calls or maintenance emergencies, proptech lets you act proactively, using real-time data and predictive insights. This lets you schedule repairs before tenants notice anything wrong.

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Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

Some advanced systems use optical character recognition (OCR) or artificial intelligence (AI) to extract key details from contracts or inspection reports, speeding up processes such as tenant screening or vendor evaluations. For example, residents who get rent reminders via text tend to pay on time.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 23, 2025

But before you dive in, there are a few things you should knowthings that goes beyond the basic buy low, rent high advice. Additionally, if you live in one unit and rent the other, you can lower your housing costs while building equity, offering flexibility for homeowners and investors alike. Sounds smart, right? What Is a Duplex?

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Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

From automating maintenance requests to digitizing utility billing, today’s best software tools are reshaping what’s possible for teams of every size. Tenants submit work orders through a mobile-friendly portal, and the system automatically routes the issue to in-house techs or trusted vendors based on rules you set.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 26, 2025

’ Whether you’re renting out one property or several, understanding taxes is crucial for your business’s health. As property management in Baltimore can tell you, renting out a property is a business. After all, youre managing tenants, maintaining the property, and, of course, getting income.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Ask about the lease duration, renewal process, rent amount, additional fees, and policies on subletting or early termination. Know Whats Included in Your Rent – Clarify whether utilities like water, electricity, gas, and internet are included in the rent or if they need to be paid separately.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 24, 2025

Tenants get their own private bedroom, often with its own bathroom. The monthly rent often covers everything, like utilities, Wi-Fi, cleaning, and access to shared spaces. For instance, they handle marketing, tenant management, utilities, and upkeep. Coliving vs. Traditional Renting: Which is Better?

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Buildium

JUNE 25, 2025

Apartment management demands a careful balance of tenant satisfaction, building upkeep, financial control, and regulatory compliance. Luckily, the same principles apply: keep units occupied, tenants engaged, operations running efficiently, and finances under control. Start marketing units before tenants move out to reduce vacancy time.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 14, 2025

What is Inflation and How Does It Work As the most trusted property managers in Washington, DC, we monitor inflation trends so that property owners and tenants alike can navigate rising costs. Then, if you pass these extra costs onto tenants, the rent may have to go up even more. So, what exactly is inflation?

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Buildium

JULY 30, 2025

If commercial real estate rents dip, your residential properties can buoy you up (and vice versa). Before breaking into a new market, research its local landlord-tenant regulations, rent control laws, eviction policies, licensing requirements, and other relevant restrictions. Here’s how you can stay in control across markets.

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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. It’s not just about a month or two of lost rent.

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Authority Property Management

MARCH 28, 2025

Why Small, Annual Increases Are Best for You and Your Tenants As a landlord or property owner in Redding, CA, when was the last time you raised the rent on your tenants? Many property owners hesitate to increase rent, either because it feels awkward to bring up or because they worry it might push good tenants out the door.

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

If youre renting out your property, its only a matter of time before youll need to make an emergency repair, conduct a routine inspection, or invest in preventative maintenance. Tenants can report issues directly through the software, and landlords can provide updates on the status of repairs.

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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. That’s money well saved.

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Bay Property Management Group

JULY 3, 2025

The rent fits your budget. Tenants should always ask about the fee’s amount, due date, and refundability before committing to a lease. It’s typically a flat amount or a percentage of the rent, and it’s often included as part of the administrative or move-in fees. You’ve found the perfect apartment. Let’s unpack it below.

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Buildium

MAY 29, 2025

Think of it like this: all the tasks still get doneleasing, rent collection, maintenance coordination, owner reportingbut the work happens from laptops, mobile devices, and cloud-based platforms. Lower Overhead No rent, utilities, or office furniture. Create clear scopes of work and track feedback from tenants and owners.

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Buildium

JUNE 16, 2025

From collecting rent collection to finding leads, we’ll focus on how readily available tools can help you work smarter and more efficiently. Rent payments, maintenance costs, utility bills, and vendor invoices flow into the system without manual input. Integrate tenant payments, vendor bills, and payroll into unified ledgers.

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Rental income includes all the payments you receive from tenants. This isn’t just limited to the monthly rent; it also encompasses other payments such as advance rent, security deposits, and lease cancellation fees. Heres a quick breakdown of those definitions. What Counts as Rental Income?

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InveServe

JULY 9, 2025

For example, the office market , while showing signs of stability, can still have many empty spaces, often putting tenants in a stronger bargaining position. For the tenant, this means predictable budgeting. Single Net (N) Lease The tenant pays their base rent plus an agreed-upon part of the property taxes.

Commercial Property

Bay Property Management Group

JUNE 27, 2025

These rights are often granted to neighbors, utility companies, or government entities for different purposes. Main Takeaways What is an easement in real estate: Easements give others legal rights to use part of your property —typically for utilities, access, or shared pathways—without transferring ownership.

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American Apartment Owners Association

JUNE 20, 2025

Appliances used daily by tenants tend to wear out. In the sections that follow, we’ll dive into each repair, cover signs to watch for, troubleshooting steps, cost estimates, and tips for living through them with tenants. Refrigerator Malfunctions: Signs, Troubleshooting, and Costs A cooling failure frustrates tenants.

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Bay Property Management Group

MAY 16, 2025

Think Through Roommates: They share rent and legal responsibility. Proof of income Most landlords want to see that you can afford the rent. Step 2: How To Check Your Credit Score Before Renting For many first-time renters, the term ‘credit score’ can feel a bit intimidating. Others prefer one main tenant.

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Property Management Inc.

JULY 14, 2025

Late rent payments can feel like a curveball. Still, tenants missing rent payments somehow becomes a part of the game. This blog provides you with valuable insights on how to handle late payments while maintaining strong tenant relationships and protecting your rental property income.

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