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ArticlePortfolio & AI tools

Property management automation: what to automate first

Start with repeatable, reversible work. Give each automation an owner, a clear trigger and a way to recognize failure before allowing it to affect...

Archive topic 2024Published 8 min read
ArticleGetting started

Choose tools for your rental

Compare Rentari with each alternative against the same property, workload and total cost. Use the paired shortlist to define software tasks and...

Archive topic 2024Published 14 min read
ArticleAccounting & taxes

Prepare rental records for Schedule E

Prepare accurate property records before filling in a tax form. Separate income, expenses, deposits, loan payments and improvements, then use the...

Archive topic 2024Published 8 min read
AnswerGetting started

What are the best apps for landlords?

Choose the app that completes your actual rental tasks on the phone you use. Check readable labels, notification controls, photo and document...

Archive topic 202410 min read
AnswerMaintenance & repairs

What is the best maintenance app for landlords?

The best maintenance app depends on the work you manage. Rental software can connect a repair to its unit, resident and communication history; a...

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