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Host an Open House to Attract the Right Tenants

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - As most landlords will tell you, the stress level of any income property owner is directly related to the quality of the tenants they currently manage. Finding the right tenants can be tricky but settling for an under-qualified applicant may come back to haunt you. A fantastic and underutilized technique to attracting great renters is […]
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New Client Experience from Rentec Direct – Free Training Webinars

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - New for 2019, you have even more options for experiencing greater success in your rental management with educational webinars from Rentec Direct. The Client Experience Team is excited to host webinars every fortnight beginning January 2019. These free training webinars cover topics like optimizing your management tools, accounting, feature discovery, enhanced training for new employees, […]
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What Your Tenants Don’t Know – The True Cost of Renters Insurance

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Despite the relatively low cost of renters insurance,  research shows that more than half of America’s renting population does not carry renters insurance.  Renters insurance can cover the cost for things like fixing damaged property from an overflowing bathtub, replacing a stolen TV or medical expenses if a guest hurts himself while in a renter’s home. […]
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4 Key Points to Add to Your Lease Agreement

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Any landlord or property manager can tell you how important the lease agreement is to ensure a professional and legally sound rental situation. While you may know the importance of having your lease agreement reviewed with a lawyer, and you are aware of just how crucial prepping your new tenants on your expectations can be, […]
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Rentec Direct Product Development Update: Made Live in February 2020

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Here at Rentec Direct, your team works hard to make your job as a landlord or manager even easier. Every day, new changes are being tested and implemented to ensure that your software is perpetually adding value by creating more efficient ways to manage your daily tasks. With that priority in mind, you should know […]
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Pros and Cons of a Fixed-Term Lease versus a Month-to-Month Lease

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - A rental lease contains all the important rules and conditions for living at a rental property, one of the most important being the length of the lease agreement. Lease agreements range from fixed-term to month-to-month.   The length of a lease term is typically determined by the landlord or property manager. Renters have the option […]
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5 Fun Ways to Declutter with Fellow Residents: Infographic

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Renters, particularly those in small apartments may find themselves looking for ways to downsize items that don’t truly fit in their smaller spaces. Summer is the perfect time to truly delve into the decluttering process by taking advantage of conveniences the warm weather offers. Decluttering will not only add to the aesthetic beauty of your […]
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Stylish Decor Ideas for Renters Who Love Pantone’s Classic Blue

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - 2020 is officially in full swing, and with it has come some new style trends for your home. At the forefront of these style trends, is this year’s Pantone color of the year–classic blue. Pantone’s annual color picking tradition can serve as a springboard to help you style your home in a way that will […]
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Congratulations to the 2020 Tech Mastery Scholarship Winners

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Rentec Direct is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 Rentec Direct Tech Mastery Scholarship. The Tech Mastery Scholarship program from Rentec Direct offers assistance to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing an education in technology by helping them achieve their academic dreams and future goals. The 2020 Tech Mastery Scholarship has been awarded to […]
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What to do About Foul Odors at Your Rental Property

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Property odors are nothing to sniff at. A foul smell in your rental can be more than simply an embarrassment, it can have an effect on your ROI. If your former tenants’ activities caused the apartment or home to smell, there are some actions you can take to ensure that future tenants won’t turn up […]
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Rewarding Good Tenants for Their Behavior Makes Sense

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https://www.rentecdirect.com -   As landlords, most of us know the pain of having bad tenants and the process and legal actions that sometimes have to be taken when dealing with them. We know what to do when we have a bad tenant but what about when you have a good tenant you want to keep? All landlords […]
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Enhanced Property Inspections with Rentec Direct and zInspector

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Instantly access inspection reports for your rental properties in Rentec Direct through a new enhanced integration between Rentec Direct and zInspector. The zInspector for Rentec Direct inspection tool delivers a convenient way for landlords and property managers to complete inspections on the go to make move-in and move-out processes faster. When you think about the […]
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Tips for Hosting a Party in a Small Space

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Whether you have a summer dinner party on your mind, or you simply want to have a group of your closest friends over for the final episode of Game of Thrones, there is no doubt that hosting a party a small space can have some challenges. Despite the many benefits that can come with renting, […]
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Webinar Recap: PayNearMe- Electronic Rent Collection For Cash Paying Tenants

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Access the webinar recording here: PayNearMe: Electronic Rent Collection For Cash Paying Tenants They may say that “Cash is king,” but for a landlord or property manager, physical cash can be a bit of a nuisance. A cash rent payment comes with its fair share of liability and additional work, but many tenants prefer to pay […]
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Webinar Schedule for Rentec Direct Success Series | Fall 2019

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https://www.rentecdirect.com -   This summer, Rentec Direct invited you to join us for bi-monthly educational webinars, where you will learn tips and tricks about your property management software, all designed to make your job in rental management easier. This Fall, the learning continues! However, we know that as we get closer to the end of the year, […]
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Webinar Recap: Custom Forms and eSignatures with DocuSign

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Access the webinar recording here: Custom Forms and eSignatures with DocuSign As a property manager or landlord, one of your many tasks is creating and executing important contracts and paperwork for your tenants, owners, and business. With the help of Rentec Direct, you can create, process, store, and sign all these important forms related to […]
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New Feature- Export CSV Data for Properties, Tenants & Owners

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Manage your data better than ever before with a new feature from Rentec Direct that provides landlords and property managers with an easy way to download spreadsheets containing relevant information for their properties, tenants, and owners. Your Rentec Direct software gives you convenient ways to store relevant information about your properties, tenants, and owners, beyond […]
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What Should Property Managers Know About ADA Compliance?

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - In 1990, ADA guidelines — rules to make it easier for disabled people to live and get around — were put in place.  Apartment and residential communities built both before and after this time are required to ensure disabled access to all public areas, including rental offices, event spaces, and public restrooms. An ADA apartment […]
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Why You Want A Great Landlord-Tenant Relationship

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Fostering a great relationship between landlords and tenants is not a herculean task, though it can be difficult at times. Like any relationship, it’s important for both parties to meet halfway, and finding a prospect willing to put in that effort takes extra vetting. Renters should carefully avoid a terrible rental situation, and managers should […]
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Webinar Recap: Optimizing Your Management Tools

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - We recently hosted a value-packed webinar on Optimizing Your Management Tools with your Director of Client Experience, Janell Kittleson. In the webinar, we explored features in your Rentec Direct account you may not be currently using. Janell also shared tips and product updates that will enhance your day-to-day management practices to their fullest potential. The […]
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