Apartment List rolls out Lea Pro, a bot for lead conversions and tours

The artificial intelligence-fueled tool allows leasing agents and landlords to generate new leads more efficiently, providing speed without the need for additional personnel, among other benefits. Continue reading

Hiring in real estate ramps up — but lags behind other industries: Labor

May was a strong hiring month for the U.S. as a whole. But in a down market, real estate didn’t quite keep pace, according to new jobs data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Continue reading

7 ways to find dependable renters now that moratoriums are ending

After a rocky year-and-a-half due to local and federal eviction moratoriums, most landlords and property managers are finding ways to ensure they pick solid tenants this time around. Continue reading

Jetty Rent allows tenants to choose when they want to pay rent

Renter financial services startup Jetty has launched a new product to help both renters and property managers combat issues that arise from late rent payments. Continue reading

What real estate investors can do for renters whose homes were hit by Ida

The clean up and repair work that remains in Hurricane Ida’s aftermath is overwhelming for many, and investors who have rental properties that have been impacted will want to ensure their renters are treated with care. Continue reading

4 apartment problem areas landlords should keep an eye on

RentCheck co-founder Lydia Winkler suggested that property managers be proactive about maintenance to keep tenants happy with a fully returned deposit and avoid headaches in between leases. Continue reading

Automated property inspection startup RentCheck raises $2.6M

The startup, which helps property managers conduct remote, automated property inspections, also earned $1 million in pre-seed funding, and grew exponentially during the pandemic. Continue reading

Zumper launches in-app messaging experience

The new feature will allow renters to communicate directly with Zumper’s leasing partners and submit application materials or rental documents within the app. Continue reading

What property managers need to know about deposit insurance

Deposit insurance is an emerging type of security deposit. For a growing number of renters, the indemnity paid in monthly installments has become a much more desirable alternative to upfront deposits. Continue reading

From iBuying to iRenting: Innovation in residential real estate

Enter REZI, a real estate technology company with the mission to adopt and transform iBuying into a new category: iRenting.
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