Insights from the front porch

Business & Operations, Guides

How to Be a Good Landlord: A Landlord’s Guide to Managing a Rental Property by Yourself

Crystal Abing Published September 24, 2020 • Updated March 4, 2026

Maintenance & Improvements

Upgrade Your Rental Security System to Prevent Break-Ins

Crystal Abing Published September 21, 2020 • Updated October 13, 2023

Guides, Property Management Software

Ultimate Guide to the Best Rental Property Management Software

Crystal Abing Published September 18, 2020 • Updated March 4, 2026

Property Management Software

5 Ways Tech Will Change Property Management

Crystal Abing Published September 17, 2020 • Updated October 13, 2023

Tenant Screening

Potential Tenants with Bad Credit—Should I Sign Them? 

Crystal Abing Published September 14, 2020 • Updated January 28, 2026

Business & Operations, Property Management Software

How to Increase Your ROI with Landlord-Tenant Software 

Crystal Abing Published September 10, 2020 • Updated January 6, 2026

Maintenance & Improvements, Tenants

Are Smart Amenities the Next Big Thing?

Crystal Abing Published September 7, 2020 • Updated March 4, 2026

Business & Operations

3 Easy Ways to Get Your Rental Business Organized

Crystal Abing Published September 3, 2020

Maintenance & Improvements

How to Make Property Repairs Amid COVID-19

Crystal Abing Published August 21, 2020 • Updated March 29, 2024

Property Management Software

The Big Switch: Transitioning from Traditional Property Management to an App

Crystal Abing Published August 21, 2020 • Updated January 9, 2026

Business & Operations

Rental Property Reserves: How Much Is Enough?

Crystal Abing Published August 21, 2020 • Updated May 10, 2024

Marketing & Listing Rentals

How to Hold an Open House During COVID-19

Crystal Abing Published August 21, 2020 • Updated March 29, 2024