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House Rental Advertising Tips to Attract Top Tenants

House Rental Advertising Tips to Attract Top Tenants

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Optimizing the Rental Application Approval Process for Scalability and Speed

Optimizing the Rental Application Approval Process for Scalability and Speed

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News & Trends

2022 Property Management Trade Shows and Conferences

We expect 2022 to be a big year, so we compiled a list of 2022 trade shows and conferences for single-family property managers - you might even find a multifamily event on this list as well!

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7 Ways Property Management Automation Transforms Leasing

7 Ways Property Management Automation Transforms Leasing

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How Much Do Property Managers Make?

How Much Do Property Managers Make?

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Leasing

7 Ways to Lease Your Rental Properties Quicker and Cheaper

In this article, we’re covering ways to boost your conversion rates and streamline your leasing process. Use these tips to ensure the process is easy for you and convenient for your leads and tenants!

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Part Time Leasing Agent Strategy to Reduce Vacancy Costs

Part Time Leasing Agent Strategy to Reduce Vacancy Costs

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Your Guide to Property Management Technology

Your Guide to Property Management Technology

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Tenant Satisfaction Survey Tips for Property Growth

Tenant Satisfaction Survey Tips for Property Growth

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Top 7 Free Listing Sites for Rental Property in 2025

Top 7 Free Listing Sites for Rental Property in 2025

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

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

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12 Best Apps for Commercial Real estate Firms and Enterprise Property Managers in 2025

12 Best Apps for Commercial Real estate Firms and Enterprise Property Managers in 2025

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Tips & Tricks

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 Automate Business Processes to Accelerate Speed-to-Lease

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

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Leasing

Does how you show your properties make a difference?

In today's competitive rental landscape, the method you choose for showcasing your property can dramatically impact your time to lease and rental income. Our latest market analysis reveals a clear pattern when comparing traditional property manager led tours with modern self-showing options.

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Rental Maintenance Checklist for Property Managers

Rental Maintenance Checklist for Property Managers

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News & Trends

The Property Management Conference Guide for NARPM® Broker/Owner 2023

NARPM® Broker/Owner Conference & Expo invites only designated brokers, owners, and decision-makers of property management companies, making it a highly exclusive event. Showdigs is proud to be a 2023 Official Partner and Coffee Break Sponsor for this year’s Broker/Owner Conference & Expo, and we can’t wait to be in sunny Carlsbad in April! Without further ado, let’s explore everything that this year's event has to offer.

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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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Top Property Management Key Performance Indicators for 2025

Top Property Management Key Performance Indicators for 2025

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Top Tenant Screening Software for Reliable Rentals in 2025

Top Tenant Screening Software for Reliable Rentals in 2025

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A Property Manager's Guide to Landlord Insurance Coverage Options

A Property Manager's Guide to Landlord Insurance Coverage Options

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News & Trends

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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Text prospects directly from Showdigs and more!

Message your prospects from Showdigs. Learn about our leasing page glow up. Don’t forget to prescreen your prospects.

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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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Pet Clause for Lease Agreement: Protect Your Rental

Pet Clause for Lease Agreement: Protect Your Rental

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Top Rental Property Tax Deductions for 2025

Top Rental Property Tax Deductions for 2025

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Background Check for Renters: Smart Screening Guide

Background Check for Renters: Smart Screening Guide

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Scaling Self Tour Apartments for Your Large-Scale Portfolio

Scaling Self Tour Apartments for Your Large-Scale Portfolio

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Technology

Convert more leads, Prevent scams, Sync with AppFolio

Focused on converting more leads. Protecting your properties from scams. Stay in sync with AppFolio + Showdigs

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Leasing

5 Tips to Help You Communicate with Your Tenants

Communication is key when it comes to building a solid property manager-tenant relationship.

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The Ultimate 2025 Move Out Inspection Checklist for Large-Scale PMs

The Ultimate 2025 Move Out Inspection Checklist for Large-Scale PMs

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How Long Does It Take to Rent a House? A Timeline Guide for Enterprise Operators

How Long Does It Take to Rent a House? A Timeline Guide for Enterprise Operators

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Effective Showing Feedback Form Strategies to Boost Engagement

Effective Showing Feedback Form Strategies to Boost Engagement

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Maintenance

Why are Move-In Condition Reports Important for Property Managers?

Let's be honest: Move-in and move-out property inspections can be incredibly time-consuming. But, they're also extremely important! Even when not required by law, a move-in walkthrough is always a smart move, and here's why.

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Leasing

How Can Tenant Inspections Help with Pest Damage and Pest Control?

It is important to look for signs of pest damage during tenant inspections so that you can abate the pests and rodents that threaten your property.

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What Is AI Automation for Large-Scale Property Management?

What Is AI Automation for Large-Scale Property Management?

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Tips & Tricks

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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AI Property Management: A Guide to Reducing DOM and Scaling Operations

AI Property Management: A Guide to Reducing DOM and Scaling Operations

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Leasing

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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How Much Is Property Management Fee? A Guide for Large-Scale Portfolios

How Much Is Property Management Fee? A Guide for Large-Scale Portfolios

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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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How to Scale Rental Properties: Proven Investment Strategies

How to Scale Rental Properties: Proven Investment Strategies

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How to Market Your Rental Property: Top Strategies

How to Market Your Rental Property: Top Strategies

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Leasing

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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Message templates and smoother pre-screening

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Listing

Why Should I Use Zillow to List My Properties?

Zillow is the largest rental property listing site out there, and in this competitive rental market, the more exposure you can get to your listings the better!

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12 Best Software for Landlords (2025 Enterprise Edition)

12 Best Software for Landlords (2025 Enterprise Edition)

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Best Property Management Software for Large-Scale Operations

Best Property Management Software for Large-Scale Operations

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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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A Guide to Optimizing Rental Application Requirements at Scale

A Guide to Optimizing Rental Application Requirements at Scale

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A Practical Guide: Lead Management Software for Real Estate

A Practical Guide: Lead Management Software for Real Estate

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Top Property Management Metrics to Boost Performance in 2025

Top Property Management Metrics to Boost Performance in 2025

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How to Advertise Rental Property: A Scalable Framework to Cut Days on Market

How to Advertise Rental Property: A Scalable Framework to Cut Days on Market

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Leasing

3 Ways to Optimize Your Properties During the Off-Season

Struggling with slow rental seasons? Learn how to optimize your property management business during off-peak times and maintain steady income.

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Property Management Software Comparison: Find Your Best Fit

Property Management Software Comparison: Find Your Best Fit

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7 Property Management Best Practices for 2025 Success

7 Property Management Best Practices for 2025 Success

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News & Trends

Websites for Property Managers: Where to Hire a Leasing Agent

With thousands of online job board options available, it’s difficult to know which one is right for your property management business. In this blog post, we've gathered information on the best hiring strategies and websites for property managers.

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Scaling Leasing Operations With an Electronic Lock Box System

Scaling Leasing Operations With an Electronic Lock Box System

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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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Tech Property Management: A Guide to Scaling Large Portfolios and Boosting Efficiency

Tech Property Management: A Guide to Scaling Large Portfolios and Boosting Efficiency

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Property Management Automation: Boost ROI Today

Property Management Automation: Boost ROI Today

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Mastering Rental Property Cash Flow: An Enterprise Guide

Mastering Rental Property Cash Flow: An Enterprise Guide

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9 Scalable Apartment Marketing Ideas to Reduce DOM in 2025

9 Scalable Apartment Marketing Ideas to Reduce DOM in 2025

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How Large Portfolios Use Technology for Property Management to Cut Days on Market

How Large Portfolios Use Technology for Property Management to Cut Days on Market

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7 Enterprise Lease Negotiation Tips to Slash Vacancy Costs

7 Enterprise Lease Negotiation Tips to Slash Vacancy Costs

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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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Optimizing Your Portfolio: The Best Rental Property Management Software for Scalability

Optimizing Your Portfolio: The Best Rental Property Management Software for Scalability

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A Guide to Advertising Rental Properties at Scale

A Guide to Advertising Rental Properties at Scale

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Streamlining Operations: 12 Top Sources for Free Lease Agreement Templates

Streamlining Operations: 12 Top Sources for Free Lease Agreement Templates

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A Guide to Property Management Fee Structures

A Guide to Property Management Fee Structures

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Automating Property Management: A Scalability Guide for Enterprise Portfolios

Automating Property Management: A Scalability Guide for Enterprise Portfolios

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A Lease Renewal Letter Template That Actually Works

A Lease Renewal Letter Template That Actually Works

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Scaling with Self Tour Houses for Rent: An Enterprise Guide

Scaling with Self Tour Houses for Rent: An Enterprise Guide

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Top Property Management Marketing Ideas to Grow Your Business

Top Property Management Marketing Ideas to Grow Your Business

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How a Free Online Rental Application Impacts DOM and Portfolio Revenue

How a Free Online Rental Application Impacts DOM and Portfolio Revenue

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Tenant Rental Application Guide for Enterprise Property Management

Tenant Rental Application Guide for Enterprise Property Management

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Tips & Tricks

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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Listing

All About Pre-screening

What's the purpose of pre-screening, how does it affect leasing metrics, and what are the common practices?

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Guide to a Self Guided Apartment Tour: Tips & Tricks

Guide to a Self Guided Apartment Tour: Tips & Tricks

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Leasing

How to Get Started as a Single-Family Property Manager

Do you want to be a property manager? What does a property manager do? Here's what you need to know about how to start managing single-family rental properties.

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Enterprise Rental Property Management: Your Guide to Scaling Operations

Enterprise Rental Property Management: Your Guide to Scaling Operations

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Leasing

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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Tenant Verification Services: Your Essential Guide

Tenant Verification Services: Your Essential Guide

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A Better Rental Property ROI Calculator for Enterprise Portfolios

A Better Rental Property ROI Calculator for Enterprise Portfolios

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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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Listing

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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News & Trends

23 Binge-Worthy Real Estate Shows To Watch In 2023

Looking for some new real estate tv shows to watch over the holidays and into the new year? Look no further! We put together this list of 23 binge-worthy, real-estate-related TV shows that you can stream on Netflix, Hulu, or HGTV.

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

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

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Maintenance

How Often Should You Document the Condition of Your Rental Property?

As a rental property owner or property manager, regularly documenting the condition of your rental properties is critical in protecting that investment. But how often should you be doing that?

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Optimizing Your Application for Tenants to Minimize Days on Market

Optimizing Your Application for Tenants to Minimize Days on Market

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Tenant Turner vs ShowMojo: A Guide for Large-Scale Property Management

Tenant Turner vs ShowMojo: A Guide for Large-Scale Property Management

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How to Show a Rental Property: Proven Tips

How to Show a Rental Property: Proven Tips

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Enterprise Real Estate Scheduling: A Guide to Reducing DOM at Scale

Enterprise Real Estate Scheduling: A Guide to Reducing DOM at Scale

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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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News & Trends

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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How to Evict a Squatter: A Guide for Large Portfolio Managers

How to Evict a Squatter: A Guide for Large Portfolio Managers

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News & Trends

Showing Availability and Vacancy Rate in Property Management

Ever wonder how your showing availability affects your vacancy rate?

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Listing

How to Use Zillow to Validate the Rent Amount for Your Listing

It is important to use Zillow to validate the price of rent before you list your property and during the first few weeks of listing your vacancy.

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9 Proven Rental Property Investment Strategies for Portfolio Scalability

9 Proven Rental Property Investment Strategies for Portfolio Scalability

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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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