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When establishing yourself as a professional property manager, it is important to acquire appropriate insurance to protect your business, yourself and the properties you manage for others. Who needs property management insurance coverage? If you are involved in the following activities, it is important to have the right coverage and insurance policies: Renting or leasing […]
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As a real estate investor and a landlord, you will not only have to maintain your property regularly, but there may come a time for you to remodel or renovate the property. In some cases these renovations will be absolutely necessary, despite the expensive price tag attached to the property update. Thankfully, you can take […]
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Being a college student or a newly-wed or simply someone who often changes apartments for some reason or is planning to do so in the near future, it can be difficult to feel at home in your new apartment, especially since it’s not really yours. However, the circumstances have taught us we need to adjust […]
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Give your tenants more ways to pay rent online with new multiple tenant payment account options from Rentec Direct. When it comes to paying rent or other rental related expenses online, your tenants might prefer to use more than one bank account or credit card to make the payment. Which is why we announced a […]
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Finding the right investors and would-be clients is an important task for a successful property manager. And continuing to build your portfolio with more clients can be a chore, but once you have the tools of the trade down, you may find that some of the owners knocking on your door are not a good […]
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When you hear about a landlord’s or a property manager’s responsibility to prevent discrimination at a rental property, we are most likely referring to the Federal Fair Housing Act. This article and the video below examine one of the most important landlord-tenant laws, the Federal Fair Housing Act. In the world of property management even […]
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Handling difficult people can be tricky. A tenant throws open your office door and starts into a rant complaining about a noisy neighbor–for the fourth time this week, and it’s only Tuesday. Then the phone rings and it’s an angry applicant threatening to sue you personally because you denied their application. It’s easy to handle […]
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The Manager’s Plateau – Part Two Don’t miss part one of The Manager’s Plateau: 7 Things Every Property Manager Should Do Before Accepting Tenants As a property manager, one of the most important aspects of your job is to keep your units filled. So when a unit has been vacant for a while, it can […]
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Access the webinar recording here: Introducing the Tenant Portal to Your Residents We recently hosted a useful webinar for property managers and landlords exploring the best way to Introduce the Tenant Portal to Your Residents with your Director of Client Experience, Janell Kittleson. This short and sweet webinar is perfect for our clients who are […]
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Manage communication and specific property tasks better than ever before with the new features within your Rentec Direct software that allows property managers to assign management tasks to managers who have dedicated roles. You can now ensure that your communication for various distinct activities is directed to the right individuals within your existing business structure. […]
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One of the most important policies you will need to create when deciding to rent out a property or drafting your lease agreement, is developing a rent collection policy. Your lease should say how much rent is due, what day it is due each month, and give details on what forms of payment are accepted […]
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BiggerPockets is the web’s largest real estate hub with millions of pages of free educational content geared toward property owners. In addition, it provides networking for real estate professionals to share knowledge and tips. That’s just what Rentec Direct’s President and Founder, Nathan Miller does in his regular column on the BiggerPockets Blog. Primarily focused […]
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Keeping an apartment organized is the goal of many apartment residents, but sometimes creating more floor space is easier said than done. Some organization experts recommend going from room to room getting rid of accumulated stuff. Other experts recommend using a minimalist mindset and methods as opposed to getting rid of stuff at random. Simply […]
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We don’t mean to brag, but here at Rentec Direct, we are convinced that we have the best clients out there. We love our clients and know you are our biggest asset! For this reason, it’s our pleasure to continually provide improvements to the software that will make your job in rental management even easier. […]
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You might find a gem of a property. Perfect location. Nice size. Good specs. But it needs some work. Potentially a lot of work. What will it take to breathe some life into this property and get it ready to hit the rental market? We often get overwhelmed at the scale of work required to […]
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Once considered a symbol of failure, manufactured homes are gaining ground as a viable homeownership option and mobile home parks are sought after communities. This renaissance is replacing the negative stigma and encompasses lifestyle choices and housing affordability. For the unfamiliar, this article offers a refreshing perspective on mobile home park ownership and management. History […]
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Winter weather isn’t kind to those who don’t prepare for it. With snow, sleet and freezing rain, your property might sustain damage without the proper precautions. You have to take a proactive approach to maintenance, taking preventive measures to ensure your rental and tenants are safe during a storm. Fortunately, many of these preventive measures […]
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People often lament on the unfair landlords they’ve dealt with, and it’s vice versa for property owners. However, the landlord-tenant relationship doesn’t have to bubble over with hostility. Even if you have existing communication barriers with specific renters, you can dismantle these issues by operating from an objective, empathetic perspective. Keeping tenants satisfied is your […]
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Mother’s day is just a hop and a skip away. And mother’s day can be the perfect holiday to celebrate your renters (and specifically the moms in residence). Encourage community, a little extra fun, and remind your tenants that you care, with a mother’s day resident event. From something simple and sweet to a sophisticated […]
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Thinking about planning a 4th of July bash for your residents? There are few things more quintessential to “summer fun” than an independence day BBQ, and every seasoned property manager or landlord knows the benefits of hosting a resident event. However, while the 4th of July can be an excellent backdrop for an easy-to-plan event, […]
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