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[Rent Report] February Rent Prices Show Unimpressive Gains
National median one- and two-bedroom apartment rent prices rose slowly in February as one-bedroom units gained a paltry 0.09 percent to a median $1,124 while two-bedroom spaces rose 0.65 percent to $1,391. No city moved…
America’s 2020 Rental Market in Review: Did Renters Pay More During Pandemic?
Follow @rentableapts Most Americans will be happy to have 2020 behind them as a tumultuous election and a simultaneous pandemic resulted in an uncertain and worrisome period fraught with dire economic predictions, worst-case health scenarios,…
Rentable \ ˈRen-tə-bəl \ The Future of Rentals
Today we’re proud to announce that we have a new name: Rentable. When we adopted ‘ABODO’ as our name in 2013, we were a team of three college grads, hopelessly unaware of what Adobo sauce…
[Rent Report] December Rent Prices On The Rise
National median one- and two-bedroom apartment rent prices rose more significantly in December as one-bedrooms gained 0.55 percent to end the year with a 3.04 percent gain, and two bedrooms tacked on 0.89 percent to…
Virtual Apartment Tours: The Industry’s Ultimate Guide for Property Managers
The coronavirus pandemic is pushing property managers and real estate agents to get creative about showing rentals to prospective tenants utilizing virtual apartment tours. In the midst of one of the biggest health crises in…
7 Tips for Effective Remote Property Management: Virtual Tours to Banking
Being a property manager is stressful enough as it is. Many might wonder what is property management in a socially-distant world? That answer is a bit complex. Some landlords and property managers are extremely hands-on,…
7 Tools To Take Your Property Management Business Online
Online property management needs are at an all-time high. COVID-19 has changed the landscape of many businesses across the globe and property management is absolutely one of them. Property management professionals are eager to get…
Scheduling Software for Property Managers: A Comprehensive Guide
The COVID-19 outbreak has changed life and business all across the world. As more people spend an increased amount of time at home, businesses are changing the way they operate to accommodate the lack of…
FOR PROPERTY PROS
Budgeting Tips for Rental Property Management in 2021
Having a nest egg is a practical idea no matter your age, career choice or future plans – even if you don’t have a particular goal in mind, you never know when you’ll need that…
4 Tips to Grow Your Property Management Business
According to recent data, over 44 million households in the United States are occupied by renters – that’s nearly 40% of the population. This number has been growing steadily over the past 50 years and…
9 Low-Budget Ways to Upgrade Your Kitchen
We often refer to the kitchen as the heart of the home, and that’s no surprise. For families big and small alike, it’s the meeting point on busy mornings and the place to connect after…
These 5 Home Features Will Boost Your Property’s Rental Value
In the age of COVID-19, media rooms and party basements are on the out as sought-after home features. To attract tenants, owners of rental properties must adjust to changed priorities. The pandemic has fundamentally altered…
Keys to Increasing Your Rental Value in 2020
Many people want to know how to increase their properties’ rental rates as most are usually frustrated with the low rental rates that they’re seeing, and are wondering what they can do to raise them…
Can You Rent Out Foreclosure Properties?
If you are looking to rent out a foreclosed property, there are many considerations that you need to think about. In order for you to be able to get the best value for your investment,…
Six Important Accounting Reports for Your Property Management Business
Property managers must have expertise in keeping detailed records of different types of properties; this further often demands specialization in commercial or residential property management. From multifamily apartments to business complexes, property managers oversee daily…
6 Ways To Make Good Tenants Stay in Your Rental
Your current tenants are the biggest asset you have! You could throw a lot of money into advertising and marketing and repairs for new tenants that will replace the ones that are moving out OR…
FOR RENTERS
12 Tips For Effective Lawn Care When Renting
Plenty of people dread lawn care. But these days, it’s become quite a pleasant project for tenants as it can give them more time to spend outside. Plus, it’s fantastic for gardening enthusiasts and terrific…
Not Ready To Buy? Renew Your Lease Instead
For many, the natural progression toward homeownership begins with renting an apartment. You go through a few of those, most likely, before wanting a little more space. Eventually, you get to the point where you…
New Apartment Checklist: Getting Settled (2021 Update)
Finally, moving into your first apartment? Congratulations! Enjoy all the joy and excitement that comes with your own territory! Once the sheer euphoria has died down a bit, maybe you also want to consider what…
7 Key Things That Most Renters Don’t Know
A lease or rental agreement contains what renters can and cannot do while living on the property. Unfortunately, some details slip through the cracks, and some terms are too vague to understand until a real…
What to Know About Renting a PODS Moving Container
When you are looking to move from one home to another, choosing PODS can be a good option allowing you more flexibility. But what is the cost of PODS, and how do they compare to…
10 Things To Keep In Mind Before Signing Your Rental Agreement
Are you about to review prices to rent a house or apartment? This is a process millions of people have done before, and this may not even be your first time. However, most people still…
The 4 Best Paint Options For Your Rental in 2021
Colors play a crucial role in our emotions, and if you’re a seasoned renter then you already know the importance of first impressions. If a house’s paint is poorly chosen then it may drive people…
What Are The Best 24-Hour Storage Companies?
Are you going to be renting a home or apartment, but it isn’t the size you had hoped for? Do you need to need to find a local storage facility to house some of your…