Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 8, 2025

But it does raise a big question: What rights do tenants have without a lease? From understanding tenants at will to knowing how eviction protections and security deposits work, well walk you through the key rights every landlord should know even without anything in writing. What Is a Tenant-at-Will and What Does It Mean?

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Buildium

APRIL 16, 2025

Its no secret that rental maintenance requires careful coordination with tenants, vendors, and owners. 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.

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BetterWho

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

AI in Property Management: Separating Hype from Reality Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various industries, and the property management business is no exception. However, amidst the excitement, it’s crucial for property managers to distinguish between what’s merely hype and what genuinely delivers value.

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Buildium

JANUARY 22, 2025

In a competitive market, effective marketing strategies for property management companies can set your business apart and attract a steady flow of clients. Weve compiled more than two dozen proven strategies you can choose from to win new clients, find the perfect tenants, and grow your business.

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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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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? Tenants should also have access to an app that lets them communicate with you and receive updates as needed.

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American Apartment Owners Association

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In the competitive world of property management, tenant turnover can be a significant drain on resources and profitability. The costs associated with vacant units, marketing to new tenants, and preparing properties for new occupants can quickly add up.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 18, 2025

At Bay Property Management Group, we are committed to providing exceptional property management services while fostering a culture of growth and teamwork. In this months Employee Spotlight, we are excited to introduce Stephanie Smith, Director of Property Management for our Austin office.

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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

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Landlords navigating the rental landscape understand the pivotal role that visibility plays in securing the right tenants. As property markets evolve, the competition for tenants becomes fiercer, making it essential for landlords to master the art of maximizing visibility for their rental property listings.

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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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Real Property Management Evertrust

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

If you own a rental property in a region with snowy winters, you may be contemplating how to cope with the responsibility of snow removal. The regulations regarding snow removal for rental property owners are quite extensive and even intricate. Who is responsible for this task – you or your tenant? 

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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. Rental income includes all the payments you receive from tenants. What Counts as Rental Income?

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Real Property Management Chicago

JANUARY 10, 2025

This movement gives rental property owners and managers an exclusive chance to embrace sustainable practices that can enhance the surroundings – and your bottom line. Minimizing the environmental impact of your rental property gets the attention of more than just conscientious renters.

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Rental Housing Journal

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Ohio legislators are considering a bill to make tenants responsible for unpaid utility bills and other municipal bills, and to allow cities to collect unpaid bills directly from renters, according to reports. Johnson said the current system does not only negatively affect landlords but can also result in higher costs for tenants. “It

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Real Property Management Evertrust

JANUARY 9, 2025

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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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 24, 2025

As our Baltimore property management company can tell you, in simple terms, coliving is a modern way of sharing a home. 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. How Does Coliving Work?

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Buildium

JANUARY 22, 2025

Digital marketing might just be the most common and accessible way that property managers can reach prospective owners and tenants. The Importance of Digital Marketing in Property Management When property owners and renters begin their search for management or a rental unit, they usually start online.

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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 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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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 13, 2025

Have you ever wondered how to quickly assess whether a tenant can afford your rental property? In this article, well help you understand how to calculate the rent-to-income ratio, why it matters to you as a landlord, and what to do if a tenant doesnt meet the threshold. As experienced property managers in Washington, D.C.,

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Real Property Management Evertrust

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Unexpected crises – an inevitable tragedy, protracted power outage, or emergency maintenances – can create major disruptions for rental properties. For property owners, these incidents can bring about property damage, renter displacement, and costly repairs.

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Real Property Management Evertrust

DECEMBER 20, 2024

This moving pattern offers rental property owners and managers a great prospect to embrace sustainable practices that can benefit the environment – and your bottom line. Removing the environmental impact of your rental property attracts more than just conscientious renters. The renter demographic in the U.S.

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Genuine Property Management

JANUARY 28, 2025

Keeping rental properties occupied is one of the most important challenges landlords face, especially in a competitive market like Orange County. Vacant units not only disrupt cash flow but also lead to additional costs, such as ongoing maintenance, utilities, and marketing expenses to attract new tenants.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Most landlords worry about chasing late rent, getting repairs done, or dealing with difficult tenants. But what if someone was living in your property without you even knowing? In this article, well walk you through exactly what phrogging is, when it happens, what signs to watch for, and how to keep your property safe.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 20, 2025

property management companies often manage duplexes, so we can walk you through the biggest features that differentiate this multi-family property from other housing types. Separate Utilities: Many times, each unit can have its own utility meters for water, electricity, and gas. Washington, D.C

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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. Its a win-win for both the landlord and the tenant.

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BetterWho

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Expert Advice for Property Managers Managing rental properties can feel like spinning a dozen plates at once. Between keeping tenants happy, maintaining properties, and marketing your services, the job demands a unique mix of organizational skills and creativity. Improve tenant retention rates.

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BetterWho

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Expert Advice for Property Managers Managing rental properties can feel like spinning a dozen plates at once. Between keeping tenants happy, maintaining properties, and marketing your services, the job demands a unique mix of organizational skills and creativity. Improve tenant retention rates.

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Buildium

DECEMBER 4, 2024

As a property manager, surprises are the last thing you want. By anticipating repairs, you can plan ahead, budget effectively, and address issues quickly—keeping your properties in great condition while making sure your tenants and owners are happy. Property Type: Different property types experience wear and tear differently.

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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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Real Property Management Chicago

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

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? They can answer tenant inquiries and requests promptly.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 2, 2025

As property managers in Baltimore, we can tell you that debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI) is a huge factor lenders look at to gauge how risky it is to lend to you. Your Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI) is one of the biggest factors that determine whether lenders see you as a reliable borrower to get investment property financing.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

They both come from leasing; a lease agreement where one person lets another use their property in exchange for payment. For instance, if a landlord rents out an apartment, they’re a lessor making a rental agreement with a tenant (lessee). It describes someone who leases out a property or asset to someone else.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

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. These are key questions to ask when touring an apartment through rental property management in Northern Virginia. Are Utilities Individually Metered?

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 3, 2025

Net Operating Income, or NOI, is a key metric in real estate that shows how much profit a property generates. Simply put, its the income a property brings in after covering all operating expensesexcluding taxes, mortgage payments, and depreciation. Now that we know what NOI is, lets look at how it helps in real estate investing.

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American Apartment Owners Association

APRIL 3, 2025

Paying vendors, maintenance teams, and utility bills manually can be time-consuming and error prone. Processing one transaction at a time is inefficient, especially when managing multiple properties. Automated Payables: Are You Avoiding Late Payments and Errors? Printing and mailing checks FOR you, once payments are approved.

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