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July 12, 2023

Is it better to rent out furnished or unfurnished properties?

Discover whether it's better to rent out furnished or unfurnished. Make an informed decision as a property manager to maximize returns and attract tenants.

August 7, 2020

North America

Opinion

Is automation really making property management easier?

It’s difficult to imagine 21st century life without automation – and even more difficult to imagine how the COVID-19 lockdown would work without the technology that lets us cut out the paperwork to enable us to work from home.

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March 21, 2024

South Africa

Opinion

How to unlock success the PayProp way

In a recent survey, PayProp asked our South African employees what it is that makes their workplace special, and three core values came through loud and clear.

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April 11, 2023

United States

Opinion

How to write a rental reference letter for tenants

Rental reference letters can be a valuable addition to a thorough background check. As a property manager, should you write one? What does one include?

September 6, 2022

Global

Opinion

How to use PayProp to win over real estate investors

The most effective method for signing more landlords is to first understand what they want: to have their investments taken care of diligently and to receive their rent quickly and in full.

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November 18, 2024

United States

Opinion

How to raise your tenant’s rent responsibly

Raising rent is a near certainty in any tenancy, but when done methodically and thoughtfully, it doesn’t have to be stressful or mean losing great tenants.