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For some people, real estate is addictive. Once you’ve started making money off your first rental property, all you want to do is make more. For some investors, acquiring a second or third rental property is a great idea. For others, it’s not. Even if you’re making money with your first and only rental property, […]
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In a survey published by Zillow, a surprising amount of landlords revealed they do not fully understand their rights or legal obligations regarding landlord-tenant laws. According to Zillow, as much as 50% of surveyed landlords do not know basic rental laws. Zillow also asked current renters similar questions and found they know slightly more than private […]
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New US sales tax regulations have recently been introduced requiring Rentec Direct to collect sales tax from clients who do business in a state that requires you to pay sales tax. Rentec Direct will be including applicable state sales tax to your invoice for products you purchase from Rentec Direct such as property management software […]
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How do you know if you’ve found the perfect rental when you’re looking for your future home? It is easy to evaluate your next rental property in order to make sure it has the features that matter most to you with the Ultimate Rental Property Checklist. Consider printing this checklist and bringing it with you […]
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Rentec Direct is committed to our clients and employees. This commitment is especially true during these uncertain times, as news and updates unfold related to the global coronavirus pandemic. The safety and wellbeing of our employees is a top priority, and we are implementing measures to give our team options to work remotely as needed. […]
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As we continue to practice social distancing, property managers and landlords are adopting new procedures for rental management tasks in order to keep tenants safe and prevent the spread of germs. Online solutions have become an essential tool for effectively managing your rental properties. Online rent collection, lease signing, property marketing, and inspections are all […]
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Moving is always stressful, regardless of the reason you must do it. Whether you are facing a layoff and are in search of a new job opportunity, wish to move closer to family, or are simply in need of a new adventure, there is a lot to consider before moving. This is especially true if […]
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These days, it’s common for homeowners to rent out a spare room in their home. For many, there’s no better way to earn some extra income — and on the flip side, it’s a cheaper option for renters. But there’s a lot more to this process than meets the eye. Take a look. Rules and […]
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With the introduction of the new income verification report for tenant screening, you’ve provided us with some great feedback on how to further enhance the feature. We took your valuable feedback to our income verification partner, The Closing Docs, which they happily implemented to make the process better for you. New! Resend Requests Sometimes tenants […]
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Property managers and landlords might be wondering what their responsibilities are when it comes to maintenance during COVID-19. You should communicate with your tenants how you are preventing the spread of COVID-19 at your properties and share best practices for maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Your tenants will be looking to you for information […]
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Aside from ensuring that your rental is occupied with a tenant that pays rent on time, maintenance is one of your most important tasks as a landlord or property manager. Regular maintenance keeps your tenants safe, your property protected from investment-killing damage, and keeps your tenants happy. Chances are, you already know how vital regular […]
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Every day at Rentec Direct, we work to ensure that the software we provide will improve your daily tasks, and make property management tasks as smooth as possible. If you have been with us a while, you know that we are always adding helpful new updates or tweaking problem areas to continually value to […]
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Full Press Release Available on PRWEB Property management software company, Rentec Direct, hosts local Angel Tree in Grants Pass, OR to brighten holidays for children in need Rentec Direct, the highest-rated property management software solution, has partnered with its local Salvation Army branch to participate in the annual Angel Tree program. The Angel Tree program […]
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Property managers, landlords, and housing providers are legally required to provide an adverse action notice to rental applicants whose applications were denied during the tenant screening process, per the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Starpoint provides a free Adverse Action Notice for housing providers: Free Denial Letter If you are a Rentec Direct Client you […]
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Between budding spring blooms and earth day celebrations, it’s natural to have eco-living on the brain. While this year’s Earth Day activities may have been a little different than most years’, there are still ways you can actively go green and commemorate eco-friendly living. Here are some ways to embrace green living while staying at […]
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Summer is in full swing, and with summer sun comes the urge to get outside and enjoy the day with your friends and family. However, this year summer will look a little different. As areas across the country begin to open up, if you are hoping to host your summer BBQ or want to catch […]
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Access the webinar recording here: The Move-Out Process If only tenant move-outs were as simple as collecting the keys and waving goodbye. In property management, we all know the move–out process is a lot of work behind the scenes, and thankfully, your software is here to make the process run a little more smoothly. Understanding how to […]
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Proper file management for landlords and property managers can save you tons of time if ever faced with an audit, legal dispute, Fair Housing claim, or if you simply need to find specific lease terms. Like most businesses, state and federal guidelines dictate which files professionals in the rental industry must keep and for […]
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At Rentec Direct, we love to show our appreciation to our clients by working hard to bring more to your software that will streamline your daily tasks and make your day just a little easier. It’s true that your Development Team spends much of their time steadily working on those highly-requested major feature updates and […]
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A landlord’s right of entry to a rental property is complex. There is a fine line between a tenant’s right to privacy and the landlord’s right to access a rental property. Many a headache, complaint, or even a lawsuit can be avoided when every landlord and tenant understand their rights and responsibilities within the relationship. […]
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