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20 Oct |
Rental demand continues to rise. Last year, the number of U.S. rental households reached a record 45 million, and landlords are seeing the effects of rapidly increasing rents. From 2020 to 2024, rents rose 32% nationwide, with nearly half of renting households now spending more than 30% of their income on rent. “Fifteen to 20 […] |
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14 Oct |
A new 2025 report from RentRedi and BiggerPockets finds that smaller landlords—those managing one to four units—are 60% more likely to require renters insurance from their tenants than larger property owners. The survey also revealed that while most landlords understand the difference between renters insurance and landlord insurance, many still stop short of enforcing or […] |
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18 Sep |
From Application to Approval: 7 Screening Mistakes That Cost Landlords Time and Money For landlords, the rental application process is more than just paperwork — it’s the foundation for building a reliable and profitable tenant relationship. Yet too often, landlords rush through screening or rely on gut instincts, only to face costly consequences down the […] |
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09 Sep |
When it comes to screening applicants, most landlords and hiring managers start with the basics—credit scores, background checks, and employment verification. But while these remain essential, they don’t tell the whole story about whether someone will be a reliable tenant or employee. RentRedi, the fastest-growing DIY landlord software, teamed up with BiggerPockets, the largest online […] |
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26 Aug |
Late rent payments are on the rise. U.S. landlords are reporting a troubling trend: on-time rent payments have fallen year-over-year for 25 consecutive months, leaving many property owners scrambling to cover mortgages, taxes, and upkeep. Only 85.2% of renters are paying rent on time, disrupting cash flow and adding stress to busy landlords managing expenses, […] |
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13 Aug |
The U.S. rental market in 2025 is marked by rising prices, shifting demand, and widening affordability gaps. According to the latest reports from TenantCloud and Rentec Direct, landlords must navigate not only regional rent extremes but also evolving tenant payment habits and maintenance priorities. For property managers, these market shifts make thorough tenant screening more […] |
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15 Jul |
Summertime brings more than just warm temperatures—it also signals the hottest time of year in the rental market in terms of volume. For first-time landlords, this high-traffic season can make or break your leasing success. Between May and September, demand for rental properties surges. Listings increase, prospective tenants flood the market, and competition—both among renters […] |
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14 Jul |
AI is transforming the hiring process—for better and for worse. While many recruiters rely on AI tools to help filter out unqualified candidates, the task of reviewing hundreds of resumes remains time-consuming and complex. Now, a new complication is emerging: fake applicants generated by AI, making it even harder to identify legitimate candidates. These AI-enabled […] |
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18 Jun |
The 2025 rental market is heating up—but not in the same way we’ve experienced in recent years. After a period marked by soaring inflation and rapidly rising interest rates that squeezed many potential renters out of the market, conditions are now shifting. Inflation is finally cooling, and interest rates are stabilizing, creating a more balanced […] |
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16 May |
The REAL ID enforcement deadline officially passed on May 7, 2025, and with summer travel about to ramp up Memorial Day weekend, many Americans are still scrambling to update their identification to stay compliant with TSA regulations. Unfortunately, cybercriminals are capitalizing on the confusion and urgency, rolling out a new wave of REAL ID-related scams. […] |
