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How to Calculate Vacancy Rate Easily | Investment Tips

How to Calculate Vacancy Rate Easily | Investment Tips

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Mastering Rental Property Depreciation Calculation for Large Portfolios

Mastering Rental Property Depreciation Calculation for Large Portfolios

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How to Lease a Property: Real Strategies That Actually Work

How to Lease a Property: Real Strategies That Actually Work

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Mastering Real Estate Lead Management at Scale

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Property Management Marketing That Scales to 10,000+ Units

Property Management Marketing That Scales to 10,000+ Units

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5 Ways Showdigs’ Marketing Automation Streamlines Your Leasing Process

As a property manager, you know how important it is to maintain high efficiency while keeping costs low. It's critical to eliminate as many manual tasks as possible, and instead streamline the leasing funnel using marketing automation. That's where Showdigs comes in.

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12 Best Lease Management Software Options for Large-Scale Portfolios in 2025

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How Much is Property Management? A Cost-Per-Door Analysis for Large Portfolios

How Much is Property Management? A Cost-Per-Door Analysis for Large Portfolios

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10 Ways to Grow Your Property Management Business

In this post, we’ll provide you with property management tips to help you market your property management services and improve your business operations.

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How Outsourcing Helps Property Managers Fill More Vacancies and Spend Less Money

We sat down with property management pro, Lindsey Montoya Mozeika, to discuss how outsourcing saved her time and enabled her to fill even more vacancies.

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The Property Management Conference Guide for NARPM 2021

The 33rd NARPM Annual Convention and Trade Show is taking place October 26th-29th, 2021 in Kansas City, MO.

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Optimizing Your Tenant Application For Rental Properties To Cut Days on Market
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Optimizing Your Tenant Application For Rental Properties To Cut Days on Market

Transform your tenant application for rental properties into a revenue driver. Learn to design a high-conversion, compliant form that reduces vacancy.

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DOM Reduction at Scale: The Operational Blueprint for Starting a Rental Business

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Property Management Company Business Plan | Expert Strategies

Property Management Company Business Plan | Expert Strategies

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Advertising Rental Homes: The Enterprise Playbook for Slashing DOM

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Part Time Leasing Agent Strategy to Reduce Vacancy Costs

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Master Self Guided Home Tours: Tips for Stress-Free Viewing

Master Self Guided Home Tours: Tips for Stress-Free Viewing

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How to Advertise a Rental Property to Minimize Days on Market at Scale

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4 Ways to Reduce the Vacancy Rate of Your Rental Properties

As the warm weather approaches, the rental market is heating up, and keeping your rentals occupied during the busy season is key. Prospective tenants are on the hunt for their next home, and you'll want to ensure your properties stand out from the crowd. Implementing a few key strategies can help reduce vacancies and get your properties rented fast.

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The Future of Property Management at Scale: Automation, Efficiency, and DOM Reduction

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Move-In Condition Reports for Property Managers

Using your leasing staff to document the status of a property takes so much time for very little return. The good news? Showdigs now offers move-in inspections!

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COVID-19 Resources for Property Managers

Here is a collection of guides, checklists, and templates to help property management companies respond to the COVID pandemic safely and efficiently.

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Listing

5 Ways to Get Repeat Renters as a Property Manager

By offering high-touch service as a property manager, you'll have a better chance of making sure that prospective renters become repeat tenants!

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What’s the Key to Exceptional and Stress-Free Property Management? Your Own Live Operations Team

One of the most important aspects of property management is being able to respond quickly and effectively to every call, text, and email that comes in from potential tenants. The Showdigs Live Operations team is here to make sure that happens!

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How to Advertise an Apartment Portfolio to Minimize Vacancy and Maximize ROI

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Technology

The Benefits of Using an AI Leasing Assistant: How Tori Works

We’re diving into everything AI, including the difference between an AI leasing assistant and chatbot, how to choose the right technology for your business, how Tori works, and the benefits of utilizing a virtual leasing assistant.

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Squatting in 2025: Trends & Proactive Strategies for SFR Property Managers

Squatting incidents rose 22% in 2024. Discover 4 actionable strategies SFR property managers can use to protect their assets and avoid costly legal battles.

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How to Boost Conversion Rates on your Property Management Website

What is a conversion rate and how does it apply to your property management website? Learn what it is and how you can boost your website conversion rates.

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Your Guide to the Tenant Eviction Process | Expert Tips

Your Guide to the Tenant Eviction Process | Expert Tips

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Property Management SEO That Drives High-Value Owner Leads

Property Management SEO That Drives High-Value Owner Leads

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Scaling Operations with Property Management CRM Systems

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Leasing

Tips for Getting Your Property Ready for Your Next Tenant

You have a little over a month to get your property ready for the next tenants - here's what we suggest!

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7 Effective Tenant Retention Strategies for 2025

7 Effective Tenant Retention Strategies for 2025

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Job Description (+ Free Template) for a Residential Property Manager

Do you need to hire a property manager? Here are some of the responsibilities of a property manager, plus a free job description template to use when hiring!

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From Lead to Lease: Choosing an App for Tenants That Cuts Vacancy Days

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Technology

New Tools to Take Your Leasing Automation to the Next Level

We’re launching an incredible list of new automation, showings, and field service capabilities that will make your life even easier, including our brand new 24/7 Leasing Line and Website Listing Widget.

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Everything You've Wanted to Know About Inquiries

Where do inquiries come from? How do they turn into successful tours? Uncover the strategies that transform rental inquiries into successful tours.

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Tour Management Software: The Ultimate Guide to Slashing Days on Market for Large Portfolios

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2023 Property Management Trade Shows and Conferences

We expect 2023 to be a big year for growth. To make sure you’re prepared (and as excited as we are), here's a list of 2023 trade shows, expos, and conferences for single-family property managers — you might even find a multi-family event on this list as well!

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Your Guide to Property Management Technology

Your Guide to Property Management Technology

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SEO for Property Management at Scale: A Guide for Large Portfolios

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Expert Property Management Tips and Tricks

Expert Property Management Tips and Tricks

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Tenants

How to Coordinate Inspections for Occupied Rental Properties

Let’s dive into how property managers should prepare for an occupied property walkthrough, as well as how the Showdigs Team handles the scheduling, documentation, and post-walkthrough processes!

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Leasing

Tips for Getting Your Property Ready for Your Next Tenant

You have a little over a month to get your property ready for the next tenants - here's what we suggest!

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How Much Are Property Management Fees for Large Portfolios?

How Much Are Property Management Fees for Large Portfolios?

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Best Virtual Tour Software: Top 12 Tools to Reduce DOM and Accelerate Leasing

Best Virtual Tour Software: Top 12 Tools to Reduce DOM and Accelerate Leasing

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Leasing Agent Job Description (+ Free Template)

Property managers who lose so many hours each day doing fieldwork are in need of a leasing agent. Here's a leasing agent job description, plus a free template!

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How to Advertise a Property for Rent and Reduce Days on Market

How to Advertise a Property for Rent and Reduce Days on Market

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12 Best Rental Listing Websites to Reduce DOM in 2025

12 Best Rental Listing Websites to Reduce DOM in 2025

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The Property Management Conference Guide for NARPM 2026

The 34th NARPM Annual Convention and Trade Show is taking place October 17th-20th, 2022 at the Paris Las Vegas hotel in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.

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Trend Report: The Affordable Housing and Homeownership Protection Act, Single-Family Vacancy Rates, Features to Make Co-Living Easier, and the Gap Between Renting and Buying Affordability

Let’s take a look at a few trends affecting the single-family property management industry, including the introduction of the Affordable Housing and Homeownership Protection Act, a look into how single-family vacancy rates for 2023 compare to pre-pandemic levels, a new way to list on Zillow, and a look at the gap in affordability between renting and buying across the nation.

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How to Scale Rental Properties: Proven Investment Strategies

How to Scale Rental Properties: Proven Investment Strategies

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How to Automate Business Processes to Accelerate Speed-to-Lease

How to Automate Business Processes to Accelerate Speed-to-Lease

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How to Optimize Your Leasing Funnel: Marketing and Leasing Tips

Property managers — the best way to stay ahead of your competition is by continuously optimizing your leasing funnel to keep up with the times. We’re breaking down the property management leasing funnel, detailing the newest generation of tenants, steps you can take to market to young renters, and more!

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Decoding the Cost of Property Management at Scale: A Guide for Enterprise Operators

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Scaling Remote Property Management Operations for 1,000+ Units

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Technology

The Best Mobile App That Every Property Manager Needs

The best app for property managers is here: The Showdigs App for Property Managers is now available on the Apple store and the Google Play store!

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Business Plan Property Management Company: A Blueprint for Scalable Growth

Business Plan Property Management Company: A Blueprint for Scalable Growth

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Top Property Management Key Performance Indicators for 2025

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COVID-19 Response: Occupied Units, Condition Reports, and Group Tours

Showdigs is taking necessary steps amid the Coronavirus outbreak - here's how we're being safe when it comes to occupied unit tours and condition reports.

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Property Management for Single Family Homes | Maximize ROI

Property Management for Single Family Homes | Maximize ROI

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Move-In Day with Showdigs and The Maple Leaf Foundation

Showdigs has partnered with Seattle-based nonprofit, The Maple Leaf Foundation, to sponsor an entire home that will serve families in need for years to come.

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8 Crucial Real Estate Photography Tips to Reduce Days on Market

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Slashing DOM at Scale: How "Self Tour Rental Homes Near Me" Searches Drive Revenue

Slashing DOM at Scale: How "Self Tour Rental Homes Near Me" Searches Drive Revenue

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Lease Renewal Negotiation Tips: Win Your Lease Fast

Lease Renewal Negotiation Tips: Win Your Lease Fast

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How Much Do Rental Management Companies Charge for Large Portfolios?

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9 Proven Rental Property Investment Strategies for Portfolio Scalability

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A Guide to Rental Property Maintenance Costs for Large Portfolios

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Scaling with Remote Landlord Systems: An Enterprise Framework

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5 Types of Certifications and Licenses for Property Managers

Being a property manager with certifications (CMCA, CPM, RMP, CAM) means that you’ve been properly educated and trained, so you can be a great asset to your property management company and owner clients.

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The Risks of Unoccupied Vacant Properties

If you have an unoccupied unit, whether between tenants or awaiting maintenance prior to listing, leaving it unattended can expose you to a variety of risks and costly damages. In this blog post, we'll explore the costs of dealing with scammers and squatters and how to save yourself from potential financial losses and headaches with Vacant Property Checks.

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Calculating Vacancy Rate to Boost Portfolio Performance

Calculating Vacancy Rate to Boost Portfolio Performance

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Understanding Property Manager Cost and Fees at Scale
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Understanding Property Manager Cost and Fees at Scale

Discover the true property manager cost for large portfolios. This guide breaks down fees, hidden charges, and how automation lowers your cost per door.

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How to Find Good Renters: The Ultimate Landlord Guide

How to Find Good Renters: The Ultimate Landlord Guide

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Optimizing Your Cost Per Door: A Guide to Property Management Fees for Large Portfolios

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Cost of Vacancy Calculator: Transform Your Property Losses

Cost of Vacancy Calculator: Transform Your Property Losses

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Rental Maintenance Checklist for Property Managers

Rental Maintenance Checklist for Property Managers

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7 Crucial Leasing Agent Interview Questions for 2025

7 Crucial Leasing Agent Interview Questions for 2025

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How to Advertise Property for Rent: An Enterprise Framework for Reducing DOM

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Optimizing Leasing Operations: Best CRM for Large-Scale Property Management

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8 Best Templates for Property Management Software in 2025

8 Best Templates for Property Management Software in 2025

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Leasing

How to Increase Leasing Activity During the Property Management Slow Season

We interviewed Ty Cayce, owner of Urban Key Property Management, to talk about the property management slow season and how he solves this issue with outsourcing.

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How to Find Tenants for Rental Property: A Guide for Large-Scale Operators

How to Find Tenants for Rental Property: A Guide for Large-Scale Operators

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Optimizing Leasing Operations: Best CRM for Large-Scale Property Management

Optimizing Leasing Operations: Best CRM for Large-Scale Property Management

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How Showdigs Helps Property Managers Scale with Seasonality

Property management is hyper-seasonal. Some months you’re extremely busy, and some months are so slow that the last thing you need is to pay for something (or someone) you don't need. So what can you do to deal with the seasonality of property management?

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Self-Guided Rental Tours: Safety, Security, and Scams

When it comes to self-guided tours, property managers have concerns about safety measures and how to keep safe from scams.

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How to Perform a Health Check with Leasing Metrics on Your Property Management Business (Free Template!)

It's important to pay attention to your leasing metrics - this article covers how to calculate and organize your leasing metrics and how much might be too much to spend.

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How to Advertise a Property for Rent and Reduce Days on Market

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5 Ways Showdigs’ Marketing Automation Streamlines Your Leasing Process

As a property manager, you know how important it is to maintain high efficiency while keeping costs low. It's critical to eliminate as many manual tasks as possible, and instead streamline the leasing funnel using marketing automation. That's where Showdigs comes in. 

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12 Best Property Management Software for Landlords in 2025

12 Best Property Management Software for Landlords in 2025

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The Ultimate Renting a Home Checklist to Reduce DOM for Enterprise PMs

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Residential Property Management Guide for Scalable Efficiency

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Why Marketing Automation is a Must-Have for Your Leasing Tech Stack

From pre-screening qualification to personalized communication and organization, automated marketing solutions in your tech stack can revolutionize every stage of your leasing funnel. Say goodbye to no-shows, spending too much time on market, and tedious manual follow-ups, and hello to increased efficiency and time-savings!

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How to Maximize Efficiency During Busy Leasing Season

You are a busy property manager and all the tasks on your desk are piling up... quickly! Take the time to review these tips during the slow season so you’re not scrambling come spring and summer.

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Revolutionize Your Business with Artificial Intelligence Property Management

Revolutionize Your Business with Artificial Intelligence Property Management

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Scaling Leasing Operations With an Electronic Lock Box System

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How to Find a Renter Faster at Scale

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Effective Property Management Lead Generation Tips

Effective Property Management Lead Generation Tips

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A Scalable Business Plan for a Property management Company: From 100 to 10,000 Doors

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A Business Plan For a Property Management Company Built for Scale

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