Rental Housing Journal

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Multifamily applicant fraud is becoming a widespread challenge for the industry as fraudsters become more inventive, according to the State of Applicant Fraud Report from Snappt , an AI document-fraud-detection company for multifamily property managers.

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McKee Properties

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Standing out among other applicants is essential, and with the righ t strategy, you can position yourself as the ideal tenant for property owners. This blog will guide you through effective strategies to distinguish your rental application while improving your chances of landing your desired home.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 28, 2025

Well, heres the thingtheres no federal law that says landlords have to run background checks on apartment applicants. Have All Your Documents Ready: Make sure you bring everything they ask forlike your ID, proof of income, and references. Reply Fast: If the landlord asks for more info or documents, reply quickly!

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ADDA

JANUARY 21, 2025

Vinod delved into the critical responsibilities of estate managers during the property takeover process, emphasizing the importance of thorough documentation, asset management, and vendor relations. Digitize with Visuals : Use diagrams and pictures to document electrical systems and assets for easy reference.

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Buildium

MARCH 20, 2025

Focus on software solutions that offer 1099 e-filing capability so that you can make sending important rental property tax documents to your vendors easier. Secure Document Storage Regardless of which software program you choose, you should make sure it has the capacity to provide secure document storage.

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Buildium

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Higher Property Values: Properties with documented maintenance histories typically command higher resale values and attract better tenants. Extended Equipment Lifespan: Well-maintained systems last significantly longer. I’ve seen properly maintained water heaters last 15+ years, while neglected units often fail within 8-10 years.

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BetterWho

MARCH 7, 2025

Scalability A documented system makes hiring, training, and managing remote property managers easier as your company grows. Document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) For a remote team to succeed, every property manager should follow a standardized approach to: Tenant Onboarding Application process, background checks, lease signing.

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Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 2, 2025

If disturbances persist, a final noise complaint letter from the property manager should be sent, documenting the ongoing issue and outlining potential consequences. Proper documentation ensures compliance with rental laws and helps property managers enforce community rules effectively.

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Buildium

JANUARY 6, 2025

As the governing body, the board is responsible for making decisions that uphold the community’s governing documents, maintain financial stability, and address homeowner concerns. This role includes preparing the agenda, facilitating discussions, and documenting decisions.

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Buildium

JANUARY 30, 2025

Tenant and Owner Portals To stay responsive and maintain a high level of services with less work, look for user-friendly tenant and owner portals for paying rent, submitting requests, sharing documents, and setting up automated reminders and updates.

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Yardi Breeze

APRIL 9, 2025

Keep things interesting & fresh RentCafe websites offer features beyond application processing. Prospects who land on these property websites can apply directly through the site, complete required screenings, upload necessary documents and connect seamlessly with your property management team. What about commercial properties?

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American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 16, 2025

They provide a clear framework for staff to understand their responsibilities and adhere to fair housing laws, ensuring consistent application of these principles across the board. These documents must be living resources, regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changes in legislation or operational needs.

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Beach Front Property Management

APRIL 16, 2025

The primary objective is to ensure whether an applicant is likely to fulfill lease obligations and maintain the property responsibly or not. Pre-Screening Applicants Property managers begin by conducting pre-screening conversations or questionnaires to quickly identify applicants who are a good match for the property.

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ADDA

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

This document also includes the names and addresses of the founding members. This document typically includes guidelines for membership, responsibilities of residents, and operational procedures for meetings, decision-making, and financial management. MOA and Rules & Regulations : Draft documents for society operations.

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Real Property Management Evertrust

JANUARY 9, 2025

Tenant portals provide residents to access important documents such as lease agreements, send maintenance requests, and speak directly with management. Virtual tours and remote leasing help streamline the management of applicants who are distant, out of town, or otherwise preoccupied.

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

To facilitate the process, be sure to use the AAOA Application to Rent-Comprehensive found in our free forms library. This application contains spaces for three past landlords and their contact information, dates of occupancy, monthly rent and reason for moving. Confirm details that the applicant has already provided.

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American Apartment Owners Association

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

To facilitate the process, be sure to use the AAOA Application to Rent-Comprehensive found in our free forms library. This application contains spaces for three past landlords and their contact information, dates of occupancy, monthly rent and reason for moving. Confirm details that the applicant has already provided.

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Real Property Management Evertrust

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

These conditions can be applicable in various scenarios, particularly if your tenant already handles yard maintenance and other simple activities. Lease Documents Most single-family rental property owners require their tenants to handle snow removal. For instance, multi-family property owners are often responsible for snow removal.

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Condo Control

MARCH 19, 2025

Below, we will outline the topics discussed in the webinar, and we invite you to download the Q&A document, too. Please note that the information provided here, and in the Q&A document, is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The certificate of completion is valid for up to seven years.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 25, 2025

To do this, you should review your pay stubs, tax documents, and bank statements. Checking your applicants’ income isnt just about protecting yourself from late payments or potential evictions. Main Takeaways The income verification process is a core part of finding qualified tenants who can pay the rent on time.

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Rental Housing Journal

JANUARY 21, 2025

They provide a clear framework for staff to understand their responsibilities and adhere to fair housing laws, ensuring consistent application of these principles across the board. These documents must be living resources, regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changes in legislation or operational needs.

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MRI Software

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Time Savings: With tenants completing work upfront and online, PHAs can cut processing times by up to 50% for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) applications and recertifications. Enhancing Tenant and Applicant Communication Tenant and applicant communication can be a major administrative burden.

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Condo Control

JANUARY 28, 2025

An inventory management waitlist is essentially a document that records all individuals who wish to use and pay for a shared asset. This solution allows condos and HOAs to collect applications for paid community assets, send responses to residents, and even process payments online.

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Yardi Breeze

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Now, its made its way into the realm of document authentication and fraud detection in property management. As part of an effort to bolster our screening solutions, Yardi partnered with Snappt to introduce our new ScreeningWorks Pro Document Authentication solution for Yardi Breeze and Yardi Breeze Premier clients.

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Condo Control

JANUARY 20, 2025

Revenue opportunity To be approved for a lease or lease renewal, the applicant must pay a fee. It is possible to document paid parking and storage using a paper list or Excel document. A community assets management system consolidates and streamlines the process of approving lease and lease renewal applications.

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Real Property Management Enterprises

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

It can be difficult to apply for a single-family rental, and the best rental homes frequently draw a large number of applicants. It can be difficult to make your application stand out from the others because of the high demand, which frequently makes the application process very competitive.

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Real Property Management Chicago

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Different landlords have different application requirements, but many are expecting very similar things from applicants before they sign a lease. Before you apply, call the property management company or landlord to ask about their application criteria. Calling in advance to confirm what documents are required is a great idea.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 1, 2025

In turn, that damaged credit score can impact your rental application. Lets take a look at what these steps involve: Be Upfront and Honest In your rental application and interview, you might be asked about your eviction history. While eviction histories are taken seriously, it isnt the only factor that decides applicant approval.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 9, 2025

You Need the Following… Proof of Identity Income Verification Credit History and Score Rental History Security Deposit First and Last Months Rent Application Fees Personal References Background and Credit Checks Proof of Identity Property managers in Philadelphia typically require tenants to go through an approval process.

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Condo Control

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Officials have said the scope of what issues the tribunal would resolve would come later, but offered the example of accessing documents. 2) The Tribunal is not bound by the rules of evidence applicable in judicial proceedings. The good news is a Dispute Resolution Tribunal may soon be available for condo residents.

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BetterWho

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

This article delves into the practical applications of AI in property management, highlights tools making a real impact, and debunks common myths surrounding AI in the industry. In the context of property management, AI encompasses tools and applications designed to automate tasks, analyze data, and enhance decision-making processes.

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Condo Control

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Usually, an architectural committee is tasked with reviewing paint applications, and if the colors dont fit with the aesthetics of the community, it can reject the proposal. Make the application process easy for owners, and if an application is rejected, help them understand what they can do to get their next application approved.

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Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

Offering an online portal or mobile application can potentially help you cut down on late payments and delinquencies. Tenants can submit maintenance requests through a mobile app, attach photos and supporting documentation with ease, and check the status of their work order at any time.

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HOA Managememt

AUGUST 8, 2024

Specific duties can vary depending on state laws and the governing documents. The sale process usually requires the HOA to provide specific disclosure documents to mortgage lenders and potential buyers. If the HOA tries to take out a loan , lenders will likely deny the application or impose a high interest rate.

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Yardi Breeze

DECEMBER 6, 2024

If you’re sending the lease with the built-in Lease Builder correspondence option, you can only send the lease document to the primary tenant. However, you can always download the lease document and send it to additional recipients via Breeze or Breeze Premier. What happens if you have multiple lease holders to send to?

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Condo Control

JANUARY 12, 2025

It is possible for a community to track leased recreational amenities using a paper list or Excel document. A paid community assets system not only streamlines the process of approving applications and recording leases, but it can be linked to a payment processing system so that owners can make payments online, on their own time.

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MRI Software

MARCH 19, 2025

Start understanding the data you have today by asking a few questions: What applications do we use today to support our real estate processes? For example, real estate teams have used document abstraction tools to cleanse their data and to onboard new leases and addendums, ensuring the data remains reliable and up to date.

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