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Are Your Rentals Ready For Fall?

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - The nights are getting chillier; that summer garden is looking a little lackluster, and as much as we may hate to admit that those last rays of summer sun are fading, it’s clear that Autumn is right around the corner. While it may feel like you just got your properties summer-ready, it truly is time […]
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Rentec Direct Named Silver Winner in 9th Annual Best in Biz Awards

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Full Press Release Available on PRWEB Rentec Direct Named Silver Winner in 9th Annual Best in Biz Awards Highest rated property management software company, Rentec Direct, receives national recognition for Support Department of the Year GRANTS PASS, ORE. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019- For the second year in a row, Rentec Direct, the highest-rated property management […]
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Rent Payments Received See Biggest Drop Since COVID-19 Pandemic | Rental Trends Report

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Rent payments received by landlords and property managers are at their lowest point since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, according to nationwide rent payment data from Rentec Direct.  In order to understand how COVID-19 has impacted rental payment habits, Rentec Direct looked at data from over 600,000 rental units in […]
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A Fresh Property Management and Investor Perspective | Think Like a Tenant

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - The lens of a landlord or investor is just half the picture and to think like a tenant re-imagines your business in a new paradigm.  If your rentals are your livelihood or long term investment you already excel in juggling the many hats and landlord responsibilities or work with a property management company with those […]
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HelloSign for Success with Electronic Signatures for your Rentals

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - New for 2019, Rentec Direct announced an integration with HelloSign to assist you with collecting an electronic signature for your important leasing documents. To help you experience continued success with Rentec Direct’s platform, I wanted to share a little bit more about using HelloSign. By now you may have had time to play around with […]
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Rentec Direct Launches Texas Rental Laws Guide for Landlords and Property Managers

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Good News! The research team at Rentec Direct is working to curate information and compose rental law resource guides by state.   Designed as a jumping-off point for landlords and property managers researching the regulations and statutes that apply to their state, these guides are built with residential property management in mind. These resource guides are […]
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How to Choose A Property Management Company

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - You’ve inherited some properties or perhaps invested in a few and you’ve decided it’s time to hire a property management company. Find that perfect match for your goals and portfolio with this outlined approach. One: When Should you Consider Hiring a Property Management Company Timing on when to consider hiring a property management company goes […]
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Rentec Direct Product Development Update: Made Live in April 2020

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - As we continue to journey through this unprecedented time, Rentec Direct knows that property managers and landlords continue to face unique challenges and unexpected obstacles. During this time, we want to remind you that your Rentec Direct team is here and available to offer uninterrupted support. Rest easy that your software and support needs will […]
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Top tips for Getting Started as a New Landlord or Investor

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Investing in a rental property provides exciting opportunities, but it can leave you with a lot of questions. Do you become a self-managing landlord, or hire a property manager? Do you tend to maintenance issues yourself, or find preferred vendors to hire? The varying responsibilities of owning and managing an investment property can take its […]
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Ultimate State Directory | Eviction Process and Resources

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Evictions have become a hot topic as the pandemic continues. The federal eviction moratorium orders for non-payment of rent are in place until the end of 2020. However, in most cases, a state, county, or city order supersedes this national ban; especially if it provides the same or greater level of public-health protections. With so […]
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Take a Chance on First Time Renters

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - From a tenants perspective, there are a plethora of websites with tips on how to navigate the rental market for first-time renters. Whether you are new to property management or a seasoned landlord, these newcomers will be at your door looking for that opportunity.  When my daughter left home some years ago she needed a […]
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Solutions to Common Issues That Plague Apartment Communities

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Owning and maintaining an apartment complex is not an easy task. Owners of large communities simply hire management companies with a team of employees to oversee the entire operation. Obviously smaller properties won’t require as many employees, but larger communities require on-site maintenance, leasing staff, and an apartment manager. The entire team is overseen by […]
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Q&A with Rentec Direct President Nathan Miller

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Rentec Direct recently hosted an educational webinar with the company’s founder and president, Nathan Miller and the Director of Client Experience, Janell. Webinar attendees had the opportunity to ask Nathan questions about the software, upcoming releases, and the state of the rental market.   Nathan and Janell received so many awesome questions during the webinar it […]
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Apartment Maintenance Tips for Home-Bound Tenants

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - These days, most people need to stay at home because of COVID-19. Unfortunately, self-quarantine means that you need to use your apartment more than usual. Many rentals can’t sustain constant wear and tear – and at the moment, you shouldn’t call on maintenance unless there’s a genuine emergency at hand. Here are a few ways […]
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How to Choose the Right Cooling System for Your Rental Property

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - As the summer heats up, you may find yourself with the task of choosing a cooling system for your rental property. Whether you are selecting a cooling system for a newly built property or replacing the system in an existing property, it is important to know your options and pick the one that best fits […]
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Rentec Direct In the News | Media Roundup

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - The opportunity to share experience and ideas is one of the most rewarding aspects of working with the property management rental industry. Often, Nathan Miller, Rentec Direct’s president, gets asked by popular media outlets to weigh in with insights and rental trends.  Nathan and the Rentec Direct team has had the privilege to contribute and […]
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How to Find A Rental, According to Stock Photos

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Writing about the real estate industry often coincides with searching for that perfect photo. For me, that can mean sifting through dozens of cheesy stock photos in order to find a gem. When I came across an article from Apartment Therapy on the home buying process according to stock photos, I couldn’t resist a good […]
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How Can You Handle Rental Properties in Your Will?

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Compared to passing down other assets, passing down a property to your heirs can be complex. Property is often valuable but also requires upkeep and maintenance, and is typically subject to several laws, especially if you use it as a rental property. Property is also harder to liquidate after it has been inherited than other […]
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Bookkeeping Reminders and End of Year Questions to Ask Your Accountant

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - The new year is coming quickly which means wrapping up bookkeeping for this fiscal year. Get ready for the upcoming tax season with these end of year (EOY) property management bookkeeping reminders and important questions to ask your accountant. Bookkeeping Reminders An accountant’s time can be costly so reviewing your ledgers and information periodically, especially […]
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Spring Property Maintenance Checklist for Your Rentals

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https://www.rentecdirect.com - Punxsutawney Phil promised an early spring, and as those first rays of sunshine begin to filter through the dark clouds, it’s more than natural to start thinking about spring weather. Now is the perfect time to start any spring maintenance for your rental properties to ensure that you’ve accomplished all those important tasks before spring […]
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