Whether you manage one or hundreds of units, there’s an online rent payment service for every budget―some are even free. We reviewed the five best online rent payment services for 2021 based on pricing, features, and ease of use. Based on our research, we’re confident you’ll find the right one for your needs. Avail: (Best…
Property Management Software: Here’s What’s Best in 2021
The best property management software makes it easier for landlords to manage rental properties and simplifies rent payments for tenants. Some property management software is best for landlords with one to four properties while other software is suited better to rental property portfolios. Avail: Overall Best Property Management Software Avail can be used to manage…
6 Best Tenant Screening Services 2020
The best tenant screening services offer criminal background checks, employment and income verification, and eviction history—all at an affordable price for landlords, tenants, and property managers. Depending on state laws, landlords can charge tenants for the application and tenant background check fees. Top 6 Tenant Screening Services Which Tenant Screening Service Is Right for You?…
What Does a Property Manager Do?
Property managers manage, maintain, and operate residential and commercial real estate for property owners and real estate investors. Property managers perform a variety of tasks and range of duties, including finding and securing qualified tenants for vacant rental units. Some landlords who own fewer than 10 rental properties act as a property manager, self-managing their…
How to Evict a Tenant in 5 Steps + a Free Eviction Checklist
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many landlords are temporarily prohibited from evicting residential and commercial tenants. If you’re a landlord who was in the eviction process before the CARES Act was signed into law on March 27, 2020, you may still be able to proceed with your eviction. We’ve included answers to some frequently asked…
How to Screen Tenants for a Rental Property in 8 Steps
Landlords should know how to screen tenants for their rental units. They do so by running credit checks, verifying income, confirming employment, conducting criminal background checks, and verifying prior landlord and residence histories to assess whether a prospective renter will make a good tenant. Proper screening helps landlords avoid the common challenge of accepting applicants…
Rental Property Maintenance Checklist [+ Free Checklist Download]
Landlords use a rental property maintenance checklist to maintain their rental properties. They need to know what is involved in routine, seasonal, and preventative maintenance, schedule and perform tasks, and outsource to vendors what they’re unable to do themselves. A rental property maintenance checklist helps to streamline this process. Free Rental Property Maintenance Checklist Our…
AppFolio vs Yardi: Price, Features & What’s Best
We compared property management software rivals AppFolio vs Yardi on price, features, and customer reviews. AppFolio is ideal for investors of small to mid-sized portfolios who want a simple, easy-to-use platform. Yardi is best for larger portfolios that need a web-based platform for operations management, executing leases, running analytics, and accounting. When to Use AppFolio…
Buildium vs Appfolio: Price, Features & What’s Best
Buildium vs Appfolio: These rival online property management software are for managers of small and large portfolios comprised of residential, student, commercial, or community housing. Pricing is based on numbers of units with some differences once a user reaches a certain number of units. Buildium starts at $47, while Appfolio starts at $250. When to…
20 Types of Tenant Scams Every Landlord Needs to Know
A number of tenant scams happen regularly, victimizing landlords who do not have effective procedures in place for screening renters, collecting rents, and writing the right contract. These scams can pose a great risk to the business. We spoke with the experts who shared the different types of tenant scams every landlord should know and…
Cash for Keys: How to get Bad Tenants Out in Days, Not Months
If you’ve been researching real estate investing or own a rental property, you’ve likely heard horror stories about evicting tenants. 9 months to evict! Legal bills that could buy you a pre-owned Mercedes! While they stories may be true, you can avoid most of the drama and potentially save a ton of money by offering…