PMAssist Blog

What Property Managers Really Want: Freedom, Not Fireworks

By Abi Ortscheid Thursday, July 3, 2025

The Fourth of July is all about celebrating freedom—fireworks, cookouts, flag-themed everything.But if you’re a property manager, you might be celebrating something else entirely: The rare day off.If you’ve ever checked your inbox during a BBQ or paused a ... More +

PMAssist Insider Is Moving to Substack (And Getting Even Better)

By Abi Ortscheid Monday, June 30, 2025

After more than five years of delivering in-depth training and tools for property managers, PMAssist is entering a new chapter—and it’s a big one.We launched PMAssist in early 2020 with one clear goal: to help property managers boost their revenue during a time of imm... More +

How AI and Automation Are Changing Property Management

By Abi Ortscheid Monday, June 2, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are reshaping property management by streamlining operations, reducing manual workloads, and improving tenant satisfaction. Leading property management software solutions like Propertyware and PropertyMeld are integrating AI-driven tool... More +

How to Reduce Evictions with a Payment Plan That Works—for Everyone 💸🏡

By Abi Ortscheid Thursday, May 15, 2025

Evictions are expensive. Not just in court fees and lost rent—but in time, stress, and tenant turnover. What if you could dramatically reduce your eviction rate, keep rental income flowing, and still charge fees for your time?Say hello to your new favorite tool: the Evictio... More +

How to Scale Your Property Management Business Without Compromising Service: A Growth Strategy Guide

By Abi Ortscheid Monday, May 5, 2025

Scaling a property management business is an exciting opportunity for growth, but without the right strategies, expansion can lead to service inefficiencies and tenant dissatisfaction. Successful scaling requires a structured approach, from knowing when to expand and hiring the r... More +

How Automation Tools Can Revolutionize Property Management: A Complete Guide

By Abi Ortscheid Friday, May 2, 2025

Managing rental properties efficiently requires balancing tenant needs, financial tasks, and maintenance schedules. Property managers often find themselves overwhelmed with administrative burdens that can be streamlined through automation. Tools like LeadSimple, Propertyware, Pro... More +

How to Streamline Security Deposit Refunds with E-Payments + Automation 💸🏡

By Abi Ortscheid Thursday, May 1, 2025

The move-out process is already hectic—but processing security deposit refunds doesn’t have to be. If you're still cutting paper checks, hunting down forwarding addresses, or fielding tenant calls asking, "Where’s my money?"—it's time for... More +

How to Write a Rental Listing That Gets Noticed: Best Practices for Property Managers

By Abi Ortscheid Monday, April 21, 2025

A well-crafted rental listing can mean the difference between attracting high-quality tenants quickly or dealing with prolonged vacancies. By optimizing headlines, using professional photos, highlighting key selling points, leveraging video tours, applying strategic pricing, and ... More +

How Property Managers Can Boost Lease Renewals: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Abi Ortscheid Friday, April 18, 2025

Retaining good tenants is one of the most effective ways for property managers to reduce costs and maximize revenue. A strong lease renewal strategy minimizes vacancies, lowers marketing expenses, and increases property stability. Below is a step-by-step guide on how property man... More +

🐾 How to Handle Pet Removal Requests in Rental Properties

By Abi Ortscheid Thursday, April 17, 2025

Pets are a big deal in rental properties—both for tenants who love them and for property managers who have to enforce pet policies. But what happens when a tenant requests to remove a pet to avoid pet fees or comply with lease rules? Without a structured process, you could ... More +