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Tax accounting for rental property management: What landlords should know

Buildium

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. Knowing what constitutes rental income is the first step in effective tax accounting for your rental property.

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Best Property Management Software for 2025

American Apartment Owners Association

Below, we’ll examine why you need property management software , why Innago is the ideal solution, and how it will change and transform the way you manage your rental properties. O pt im ize s Lease Management: Property management software allows digital storage of leases and related documents.

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11 Steps to Take Before and During Leasing Season to Maximize Profit and Efficiency

Appfolio

In the residential leasing world, May through September are known as leasing season—with July and August typically seeing the most volume. To make the most of leasing season, property managers, leasing teams, and marketing managers need to be ready for increased demand and commit resources to encourage lease renewals.

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Renting to College Students – Lease Agreement Terms & Tips

Bay Property Management Group

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? As premiere Washington DC property managers , we know that managing tenants can be a tricky business.

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The Future of Rentals: Technology’s Impact on Property Management

Real Property Management Evertrust

The property management industry is evolving, mostly propelled by technological advancement. Indeed, AI-based technology is transforming every facet of rental property management. Continue reading to uncover the key technologies revolutionizing rental property management and defining the industry’s future.

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Questions To Ask During Your Apartment Tour

Bay Property Management Group

Understand the Lease Terms and Fees – A lease is a binding contract, so its crucial to clarify its terms. Ask about the lease duration, renewal process, rent amount, additional fees, and policies on subletting or early termination. Are repairs your responsibility, or does the management cover them?

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The Next Chapter in Property Management: Trends to Watch Out For

Real Property Management Chicago

The swift change in the rental property management industry is no surprise. All of these factors, taken together, have lastingly altered the property management landscape. What then drives property management going forward? As a professional in the industry, staying ahead of the trends is imperative.