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Lauren Mason
| 6 min. read
Technology can save you time, money, and lost tenants, according to new research
In today’s competitive market, property managers are always looking for new ways to attract new tenants and gain an edge over their competition. Recent research shows that renters not only want technology to be a part of their...
Amanda Maher
| 9 min. read
Rent-to-own homes: Do the risks outweigh the benefits?
During the 1980s and 1990s, “rent-to-own” homes were relatively popular. The notion that renters could take a home for a test drive before purchasing it lured in many prospective homeowners. It was a great option for people who...
Jason Van Steenwyk
| 8 min. read
Tenant credit checks: What landlords and property managers need to know
Experienced landlords and property managers will tell you: Always run a credit check for tenants before extending a lease agreement! While credit reports have their limitations, the tenant’s prior history is likely the best predictor of how well...
Amanda Maher
| 6 min. read
Must landlords accommodate allergic residents in pet-friendly properties?
Landlords typically have very mixed opinions about whether to allow tenants to have pets in their rental units. There are some good reasons for designating pet-friendly housing: It allows a broader pool of rental applicants and may result...
5 Critical Steps for Tenant Verification
  Tenant Verification Did you know, when we surveyed owners last summer to see what they most look for in a property manager, 78% cited finding great tenants as a top priority? That’s no surprise for most of...
Jason Van Steenwyk
| 5 min. read
Community-building events for the holidays & beyond
Looking for ways to foster a spirit of community and goodwill within your developments? The holidays give property managers and community boards a chance to shine. Sure, we’ve all seen the typical decoration ideas and Secret Santa events...
Jason Van Steenwyk
| 5 min. read
The mentally ill tenant: 12 guidelines housing providers need to know
Mental illness afflicts 43.8 million Americans each year, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. While most are able to quietly manage their mental illness on a day-to-day basis, debilitating symptoms can occasionally prevent well-meaning individuals from performing...
Jamie O'Toole
| 2 min. read
Preventing burglary: Tips for tenants [Infographic]
Are your tenants at risk for burglary? A burglary occurs in the United States every 18 seconds, costing nearly $4 billion in property loss every year. That averages to $2,250 per burglary—a sizable financial hit for most victims....
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Laurie Mega
| 12 min. read
The 7 Best Property Management Software Solutions for 2023
We’ve studied review sites and assessed features across platforms to find the seven best property management software solutions out there in 2023.
Opportunities for Property Managers in Renters’ Evolving Preferences
The past few years have been anything but smooth sailing. Property management companies responded by putting resident and owner-related concerns above their own—but that’s about to change. Our research shows…
Natalie Cariola
| 5 min. read
The Top 6 Leasing Trends for 2023
In our 2023 Industry Report, half of our respondents told us that technology is going to play a big role in their revenue-generation strategy for the next two years. Listed in their top 10 technology must-haves was leasing...
2023 Community Association Trends in 7 Key Areas
The past few years have been anything but smooth sailing. Property management companies responded by putting resident and owner-related concerns above their own—but that’s about to change. Our research shows…
Jason Van Steenwyk
| 6 min. read
Preventative HVAC maintenance checklist: 16 things you should do now
Major winter storms are still months away, but as the weather changes, it’s important to pay attention to your property’s HVAC units, furnaces, and related systems. Starting preventative HVAC maintenance now will help you avoid costly repairs and...
Jon Park
| 10 min. read
Spring maintenance checklist for property managers: 10+ ways to make your business blossom
Frozen pipes, roof damage, and ice dams are all unpleasant side effects of winter. As the weather gets warmer, property managers need to spring into action to ensure that their properties are in the best shape possible. Even...
Jake Belding
| 19 min. read
Property maintenance services: The complete checklist and guide
Use this comprehensive property management maintenance checklist to get through repairs faster and more efficiently than previously possible.
Opportunities for Property Managers in Rental Owners’ Shifting Needs
The past few years have been anything but smooth sailing. Property management companies responded by putting resident and owner-related concerns above their own—but that’s about to change. Our research shows…

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