Buildium

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Property management marketing isn’t just about listing properties; its about creating a brand, engaging with potential tenants, and maintaining relationships with current ones. In this post, well explore the ten most common marketing mistakes property managers make and how to avoid them. Its how people recognize you.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 19, 2025

Ideally, when someone rents out a home, they’d move in the following month. Luckily, when that happens, you don’t necessarily have to pay that entire month’s rent. In other words, the tenant could pay a prorated rent, an amount that reflects the number of days you’ve lived in the rental.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 13, 2025

Have you ever wondered how to quickly assess whether a tenant can afford your rental property? The rent-to-income ratio is a simple, yet powerful, tool that helps landlords gauge financial stability before signing a lease. What is Rent-to-Income Ratio? As experienced property managers in Washington, D.C.,

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

One of the benefits of this option is that you can rent while saving to buy the same apartment. Its a unique combination of renting and owning the property. And can a landlord break a rent-to-own contract? This guide will explain everything you need to know about rent-to-own properties.

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Buildium

MARCH 20, 2025

Managing rental properties comes with plenty of moving partscollecting rent, handling maintenance requests, keeping up with leases, and tracking finances, to name a few. Weve outlined key features that can help independent landlords become more organized and tackle property management tasks more efficiently.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 29, 2025

Rent prices are always changing, and having utilities included might seem like an easy way to keep things simple. But are utilities included in rent? Main Takeaways To know if utilities are included in the rent, your answer is simple: look at your lease (and local laws). Read below to learn more.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 22, 2025

But dont worrythere are still ways to rent after one, even if it feels tough. Main Takeaways Knowing exactly how to rent with an eviction on your record can seem daunting. You could rebuild your rental history with short-term rentals, use honesty as the best policy with potential landlords, rent with a co-signer, and seek legal aid.

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

When it comes to renting a property, one the most important services that all landlords should offer their tenants is the ability to make online rent payments. Older rent collection process often presents significant challengesmissed payments, delayed processing, and the hassle of managing paper records.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 3, 2025

Also, it covers legal defense costs if you’re sued for property damage or bodily injury caused to others. Also, it covers legal defense costs if you’re sued for property damage or bodily injury caused to others. Also, it helps pay for property damage repairs in your rental unit. Let’s get started. Thats on you.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 27, 2025

Wondering, “what credit score do you need to rent an apartment?” Before our property management company in Washington, D.C. answers what credit score you need to rent an apartment, we need to first define what a credit score is to begin with. Before our property management company in Washington, D.C.

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American Apartment Owners Association

JANUARY 13, 2025

Thousands of families displaced by the fires are struggling to find housing, and in some cases, rents are spiking alarmingly in areas affected by the destruction. A Positive Response Amid the Chaos: Ratner Property Management While some landlords have capitalized on the crisis, others are stepping up to support their communities.

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Buildium

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Did you know that two-thirds of rental owners expect top-tier customer service from their property management company? Why Personalized Service Matters in Property Management Every property owner has unique goals and needs, which is why personalized service is a must-have in todays market.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

There are many ways to assess the success of a rental property, but one of the most effective, tried-and-true ones is the rental yield. This tool helps investors determine how much income a property generates in relation to its cost. In turn, this offers a clear, succinct snapshot of a property’s profitability.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

When people set up their monthly budget, rent is usually the #1 priority, followed by utilities. That’s why some landlords bundle certain utilities with the rent. Still, what utilities are included in the rent, exactly? What Utilities Are Typically Included in the Rent? We’ll get into it below.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 30, 2025

Whether its paying overdue rent, negotiating with your landlord, or exploring legal protections, taking the right steps can make all the difference. Whether its paying overdue rent, negotiating with your landlord, or exploring legal protections, taking the right steps can make all the difference.

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Buildium

APRIL 16, 2025

We sat down with property management and process solutions consultant Kelli Segretto of K Segretto Consulting to tap into her 20+ years of experience within multifamily, single family, and LIHTC property management. Start by documenting how youre currently handling property maintenance. Then make minor adjustments and tweaks.

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American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 20, 2025

AB 2747 is a California rent law designed to make Rent Reporting more accessible, helping Renters build credit while setting clear guidelines for Landlords. Rent is one of the largest recurring expenses for most people, yet it has historically not been reflected in credit scores. Confirmation that Rent Reporting is optional.

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Buildium

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

If youre considering starting your own property management company, you may be tempted to look into property management franchises. In this article, well explore some things you should keep in mind if youre thinking about being a property management franchisee. They are certainly an easy way to get your foot in the door.

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Beach Front Property Management

MARCH 19, 2025

The city offers a diverse range of properties, from high-end beachfront homes to affordable multi-family units, making it suitable for both seasoned investors and those just entering the market. The citys housing shortage has led to rising rents, making rental properties an attractive investment option.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 5, 2025

Are you considering renting out your first home and buying a second one to live in? Buying a second home while renting out the first has been a popular option for many homeowners looking to build wealth. We provide the information you need to assess your financial situation and find the right property management support.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 14, 2025

But is inflation a threat to your rental property investment, or can it actually work in your favor? 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. So, what exactly is inflation?

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

If youre a landlord with just one or small portfolio of properties, managing your investment can quickly dominate your time. The good news is that theres specialized software out there designed to help simplify many aspects of property management.

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Buildium

JANUARY 27, 2025

If youre a real estate investor or property manager looking to expand within Florida, this post will guide you through evaluating up-and-coming real estate markets within the state for 2025. Well share rental market statistics for each city, including inventory growth, rent growth, vacancy rates, cap rates, and property price appreciation.

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American Apartment Owners Association

MARCH 4, 2025

In today’s market, the kitchen and bathroom design, look, and feel are major contributors and factors in renting and buying decisions. With more and more renters turning to class B and C properties , its never been more important for property owners and managers to stand out from the competition and keep vacancies to a minimum.

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Buildium

MARCH 3, 2025

Moving into a new rental property can be an exciting experience for tenants, but it can also be stressful. As a property manager, it’s important to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible. A move-in checklist documents the steps that should be taken before a new tenant moves into the property.

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Managing rental properties involves more than just collecting rent and maintaining the property. One of the most important aspects of property management is keeping track of financial transactions, monitoring expenses, and ensuring taxes are filed correctly.

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American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

On the other hand, tiny houses and ADUs (accessory dwelling units) that are situated on a property that also has a traditional dwelling may see a greater increase in value. On average, the units have been rented out within 30 days and there have been minimal concerns from existing tenants.

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Buildium

JANUARY 30, 2025

In the previous editions of our property management software buying guide, we covered the basics of how to compare property managers, from key features software should have to assessing pricing models and customer reviews. We also explored specific considerations for multifamily property management software.

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Buildium

JANUARY 30, 2025

Alongside the many positive factors that may pique real estate investors interest, there are three considerations that you may want to keep in mind when considering investing in New York State: Regulatory environment: Passed in 2019, the states Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act dictates how landlords can operate rent-regulated units.

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BetterWho

MARCH 28, 2025

AI and Remote Hiring for Property Managers The property management industry is evolving at lightning speed. These innovations go beyond industry buzzthey offer real, practical solutions to help property managers optimize operations, improve communication, and reduce costs. Difficulty scaling while maintaining service quality.

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BetterWho

MARCH 7, 2025

From Chaos to Clarity: How to Create a Remote Team Playbook for Your Property Management Business In todays evolving industry, property management companies are increasingly shifting to remote teams to improve efficiency and tap into a wider talent pool. Define your: Company vision What makes your property management company unique?

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Buildium

JANUARY 21, 2025

Generating enough revenue to compensate for rising costs remains a top challenge for property management companies in 2025. Property Management Companies Rate of Revenue Growth In Buildiums most recent survey of thousands of property management professionals, 91% said they expected their companys revenue to increase over the next two years.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 16, 2025

Capital gains on rental property can feel like one of those things no one tells you aboutuntil its time to sell. Main Takeaways Capital gains tax on rental properties depends on how long you’ve owned the propertyshort-term gains are taxed like regular income, while long-term gains have lower rates (0%, 15%, or 20%). In the U.S.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Owning a rental property often means wearing many hatslandlord, accountant, and sometimes even handyman. So, if youre taking care of repairs yourself, can you deduct the cost of your own labor on a rental property? So, normally, you can deduct labor costs when you hire someone to work on your rental property. Lets break it down.

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Rental Housing Journal

MARCH 31, 2025

March saw national rents rise slightly for the second month in a row, according to Apartment Lists April report. While the last two months have seen some rent increases, overall national year-over-year growth remains negative at -0.4 At the local level, 82 of the nations 100 largest cities saw rents rise in March.

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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. What Is Rental Property Maintenance Software? Lets start with the basics. Its the best way to spot problems quickly and make renters feel taken care of.

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

Note: This guide is intended to provide general information on rental property tax accounting. For specific advice on your own property or portfolio, speak with a tax professional that can examine your specific situation in detail. Operating Expenses Operating expenses are the costs of maintaining and managing your rental property.

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