Today’s technology has brought tools, such as rental property software, to independent landlords, making it easier to self-manage their properties, and upending the property management industry. What do Property Managers…

Landlords often face the challenge of ensuring timely rent payments from tenants. This dilemma has led to the widespread adoption of rent incentives, offering a variety of perks to encourage…

In today’s digital age, the rental application process has evolved significantly, thanks to the convenience of online platforms. Landlords can now streamline and expedite the tenant screening process through online…

Note: This post has been updated with our top choices for tenant screening services in 2024 If you own a rental property, your success greatly depends on the type of…

Talking to tenants about rent increases is one of the hardest things for me to do. It makes me uncomfortable and I find myself dreading any upcoming conversations about it.…

Selecting the tenants best suited for your rental property is critical for landlords. Failing to do so can mean at the very least unhappy tenants and an unhappy landlord, but…

The latest of our property management software products we are looking at, Rentec Direct was created by a software developer who was also managing properties as a landlord. This unique…

Whether you manage one or 100 properties, you know that tenants can make or break a rental portfolio. Without the right screening tools, it’s nearly impossible to know whether or…

Using a thorough tenant move-in checklist can reduce vacancy and repair costs by speeding up turnover and making sure outgoing tenants pay for whatever damage they’ve done. Estimates of the…

The ability to run screening reports on prospective tenants is one of the most powerful tools landlords have when it comes to choosing great renters. Used correctly, this information helps…