Property Management

A collection of articles to help you understand the responsibilities, rights, and rewards of overseeing a rental property.

Lakefront skyline of Chicago.

Understanding Rental Laws in Illinois: Key Regulations and 2025 Legal Updates

Nov 07, 2025

Written by

Sovann Hyde

13 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Leasing and Laws

Landlord handing tenant home keys.

How to Build a Good Relationship with Your Tenants

Nov 07, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

9 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

A landlord uses a tablet to capture a virtual tour of her rental property.

13 Property Management Technology Trends to Modernize Your Processes

Nov 06, 2025

Written by

Chloe Savan

14 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Tips and Guides

Clipart of a computer indicating new features on Apartments.com

Big News in Rental Tools: Messaging, 3D Tours & More!

Nov 04, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

4 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Room for rent with basic furniture.

Should You Rent Out a Room in Your House?

Oct 31, 2025

Written by

Oleander Johnson

5 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

Colorful row of houses on stilts in the Texas flood zone

Flood Insurance for Texas Landlords: A Quick Guide

Oct 24, 2025

Written by

Sharon Livsey

4 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

Tips and Guides

The porch and door of a house decorated with Halloween decorations.

Halloween Safety Tips for Landlords

Oct 24, 2025

Written by

Sovann Hyde

5 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

An aerial view of a San Francisco neighborhood shows the Golden Gate Bridge and a mountain range in the background.

Apartments.com Data Revealed: What Renters are Searching for in San Francisco, CA

Oct 02, 2025

Written by

Chloe Savan

5 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

Tips and Guides

Mt. Hood rises over Portland, OR.

Understanding Rental Laws in Oregon: Key Regulations and 2025 Legal Updates

Oct 02, 2025

Written by

Sovann Hyde

18 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Leasing and Laws

Gen Z renters watch funny social media content on their phones.

What Do Gen Z Renters Want?

Sep 30, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

10 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

Woman reading over documents and using a laptop.

10 Rental Documents All Landlords Need to Have

Sep 26, 2025

Written by

Lauren Ross

6 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

Tips and Guides

signing-document

10 Types of Notices for Landlords

Sep 25, 2025

Written by

Alecia Pirulis

10 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Leasing and Laws

Property Management

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How to Create a Property Listing That Survives Social Media Scrutiny

Sep 24, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

9 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

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Mid-Term Rentals Explained: The Benefits and Challenges

Sep 24, 2025

Written by

Sharon Livsey

5 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

Property Management

Landlord providing a tour of an apartment

Top Amenities in Minneapolis, MN: What Renters Really Want

Sep 19, 2025

Written by

Sharon Livsey

4 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

Tips and Guides

An eviction notice letter on a wood table.

The Eviction Process from Start to Finish

Sep 18, 2025

Written by

Chloe Savan

11 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Leasing and Laws

New York legal building

Understanding Rental Laws in New York: Key Regulations and 2025 Legal Updates

Sep 12, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

13 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Leasing and Laws

A view of the Chicago skyline from the East Pilsen neighborhood.

Apartments.com Data Revealed: What Renters are Searching for in Chicago, IL

Sep 08, 2025

Written by

Chloe Savan

4 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Tips and Guides

Unfurnished rental property

Furnished vs. Unfurnished Rental: Pros and Cons for Landlords

Aug 27, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

10 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Legal gavel in front of California flag

Understanding Rental Laws in California: Key Regulations and 2025 Legal Updates

Aug 25, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

11 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Leasing and Laws

Ali and Josh Lupo (@theficouple on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok) pose in front of property.

Q&A: Property Management Advice from Seasoned Landlords Ali and Josh Lupo

Aug 11, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

3 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Tips and Guides

Man working on survey on laptop.

The Rise of A/C: Top Features Renters Want in 2025

Aug 06, 2025

Written by

Sovann Hyde

7 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

College students enjoying breakfast in a shared apartment kitchen with modern white cabinetry and communal dining space.

How to Write an Effective Student Rental Listing to Maximize Leads

Aug 01, 2025

Written by

Helen Ann Wells

8 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

For rent sign sitting outside of apartment building.

What Is the Average Vacancy Rate + Tips to Keep a Low Vacancy Rate in 2025

Jul 25, 2025

Written by

Sovann Hyde

17 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Tips and Guides

Q&A: Real Estate Investor Raina Monét Talks Property Management Tips

Jul 21, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

3 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Tips and Guides

Sublease agreement document

Renters Insurance and Subletting: What Landlords Should Know

Jul 09, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

7 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Tenant handing over a printed proof of renters insurance to leasing office staff member inside a modern apartment community office setting.

How to Verify Renters Insurance and Ensure Tenants Stay Covered: Proof of Renters Insurance

Jul 01, 2025

Written by

Sovann Hyde

6 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Tips and Guides

A landlord explains the benefits of renters insurance to a tenant.

How to Encourage Renters to Get Insurance (Without Losing the Lease)

Jun 26, 2025

Written by

Chloe Savan

8 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Tips and Guides

Minneapolis during sunrise.

Top 10 U.S. Cities for Buying Rental Property

Jun 26, 2025

Written by

Shannon Jones

7 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

Man with glasses sitting at desk and reading on laptop screen as he holds papers.

How Much Renters Insurance Should Landlords Require?

Jun 25, 2025

Written by

Sovann Hyde

6 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Landlord insurance document

What Does Landlord Insurance Cover?

Jun 16, 2025

Written by

Oleander Johnson

8 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Two professional adults shake hands over a table

Landlord's Guide to Hiring a Rental Property Manager

Jun 13, 2025

Written by

Megan Bullock

6 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

Property Management

Person typing on their laptop as they write in a notebook next to a calculator.

How to Calculate Rental Income

Jun 12, 2025

Written by

Sovann Hyde

9 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Pricing and Collecting Rent

A landlord wearing a suit shakes hands with a couple touring his property.

Renters Insurance vs. Landlord Insurance: A Side-by-Side Guide

Jun 09, 2025

Written by

Katherine Chavous

6 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Tenant views a 3D tour on their tablet.

Virtual Tours vs. Physical Showings: Save Time With 3D Rental Tours

Jun 06, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

8 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

Renter views a 3D tour online.

5 Ways 3D Tours Help Landlords Fill Vacancies Faster

Jun 05, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

5 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

A landlord using a calculator

How to Calculate Taxes on Rental Income

May 23, 2025

Written by

Sharon Livsey

5 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

Tips and Guides

Textbook about landlord and tenant laws sits on a bookshelf.

What to Know About Landlord Responsibilities and Tenant Rights

May 21, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

7 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

Tips and Guides

A red "For Rent" sign in the shape of a house is stuck in the grass by a sidewalk.

What to Consider Before Investing in a Rental Property

May 02, 2025

Written by

Chloe Savan

10 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

Group of students chatting and drinking coffee on the couch in their apartment.

What Student Renters Look for in an Apartment

Apr 25, 2025

Written by

Helen Ann Wells

7 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

Tips and Guides

Apartment movers packing up boxes

How to Manage Tenant Turnover: A Landlord’s Guide

Apr 24, 2025

Written by

Sharon Livsey

6 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Tips and Guides

A magnifying glass sits amongst colorful house trinkets

What Do Renters Look for in a Rental Property?

Apr 23, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

7 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

New tenants open welcome letter.

How to Write a Welcome Letter for New Residents (Free Template)

Apr 22, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

7 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Move In and Move Out

New features to Rental Manager on Apartments.com

New in Rental Tools: Faster Site Speed and More Listing Options

Apr 21, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

3 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

New York renter stares outside of their window.

What Amenities Do NYC Renters Want Most?

Apr 08, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

8 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

Advertising Your Property

Metro bus drives past apartment complex.

How Public Transit Affects Your Rental Property Value

Mar 28, 2025

Written by

Emma Robinson

7 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

Pricing and Collecting Rent

Tenants and landlord

How to Become a Landlord in 12 Easy Steps

Mar 27, 2025

Written by

Alecia Pirulis

14 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord

Tips and Guides

first time landlord

A Guide to Renting Out a House for the First Time

Mar 27, 2025

Written by

Helen Ann Wells

16 Minute Read

Category:

Property Management

Topics:

First time Landlord