The Ins and Outs of Prorating Rent
Monday, February 01
It’s a common scenario for landlords and tenants alike. As much as it would make sense to move in or out on the very first or very last day of the month, life doesn’t always work out that way. Lucky for us, it doesn’t have to. With the standard accepted practice of proration, landlords can be fl...
Clear and Transparent: Peace of Mind Through Online Payment Processing
Sunday, January 31
Maybe you’ve been there. Sifting through your mail for the 30th time, searching for that rental payment your tenant just swears they sent to you weeks ago. Except it isn’t there. No envelope, no letter, and, most importantly, no check. But they tell a different story, and you find yourselves at a...
Dear Commercial Real Estate: Take my Online Payment!
Saturday, January 30
The world as we know it has gone digital. From the doctor’s office to your utility bill, nearly every industry has hopped on board the online payment train. But why is it that commercial real estate lags behind? While more and more residential landlords are making online rental payments a reali...
To Fee or Not to Fee? Common Rental Fees Landlords Should Know
Friday, January 29
Fees get a bad rap. Even the mention of the word for you might harken unpleasant experiences. It’s because typically when people think of fees, they think of ones that are hidden, not concealed up front, and essentially used to dupe them into spending more money. But not all fees are negative. A...
Autopay For Rent Collection: Legal Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Tuesday, January 12
Incorporating autopay into your property management process can have many benefits. It can streamline payment, minimize transaction costs, and even greatly reduce the precious time and money spent chasing after rent past due. Visit our article on the basics of autopay for rent collection to learn...
ACH Basics for Property Management
Monday, January 11
You’ve seen it everywhere. From your bank statement to your electric bill, even at your doctor's office – organizations urging you to “Go Paperless!”. Like it or not, our economy is online, and this trend towards the digital won’t be changing anytime soon. Especially when it comes to payment meth...