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Introducing RentEdge: A new era for MLS rental success

In today’s fast-evolving housing market, one thing is clear: rentals are no longer a side hustle, they’re a core business opportunity. Yet, many agents and multiple listing services still lack the tools and visibility needed to fully tap into the rental segment. That’s about to change.

Nadja Brandt
PR Director
Landlord

Landlords and renters: Here’s what Philadelphia’s new security deposit law means for you

Philadelphia has introduced a new security-deposit law that gives renters more flexibility while preserving protections for housing providers. Beginning Dec. 2, 2025, certain landlords must allow tenants to pay larger deposits in installments, lowering move-in costs and expanding access to housing. Here’s what renters, landlords, and property managers need to know, and how RentSpree supports compliance and smooth workflows.

Michael Rauch
General Counsel
Company

SIBOR Joins Forces with RentSpree to Transform Rentals with RentEdge

RentSpree is partnering with the Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR) to launch RentEdge, its MLS-integrated suite of rental tools designed to streamline workflows for agents and brokers across Staten Island’s important rental market.

Nadja Brandt
PR Director

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How to review a completed RentSpree rental application

When it comes time to evaluate potential applicants, landlords need as much information as possible to make a smart decision. In this article, we'll break down the various components of a completed RentSpree Rental Application and how the information collected can help landlords identify the right pick for their rental property.

Courtney Finello
Product Marketing
Landlord

What to ask during pre-screening, screening, and post-application

With a detailed list of rental application questions, landlords can thoroughly evaluate every applicant and make the best decision for their rental properties. Before listing your property on the market, take the time to outline how you'll screen each tenant and establish a list of questions to ask during every stage of the application process.

RentSpree Staff
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Agent

Best real estate hashtags for agents in 2025

If social media marketing is a cornerstone of your outreach, knowing which real estate hashtags to use is paramount to growing your clientele and business. In this article, we'll sharing the top real estate hashtags for 2024 and social media best practices to get the most out of your content.

Christy Murdock
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Landlord

The best online rent payment systems

Online rent payment tools do more than provide convenience to your renters. They build in additional security, consistency, and convenience to your rent collection efforts, as well. If you’re ready to take the plunge and implement an online rent collection platform, check out our list of the best online rent payment systems and how they can solve your rental needs.

Christy Murdock
Author
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Just the start: Celebrating 8 years of RentSpree

In light of RentSpree's 8th anniversary, we're taking a trip down memory lane with co-founders Michael Lucarelli and Paul Sirisuphang to learn what milestones they're most proud of, what lessons they've learned as entrepreneurs, and what excites them most about RentSpree's future.

Nadja Brandt
PR Director
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Landlord

California rent increase laws for Landlords

As a landlord or property manager, part of your job is to maximize revenue on your rental properties by aligning rental rates with current demand. However, this needs to be balanced with local and state requirements governing appropriate rent increase rates. Learn how California rent increase laws determine how much you can charge for your rental property so that you can balance market forces with rules and regulations.

Christy Murdock
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Renter

What renters need to know about reusable rental applications

In today’s competitive rental market, one vacancy can quickly turn into a bidding war among multiple parties. As renters increasingly find themselves applying to multiple units just to stand a chance at finding their next home, reusable rental applications can be the reprieve they need for an otherwise costly situation.

RentSpree Staff
Renter

How to Check and Obtain Your Rental History Report

Request and review your rental history report to see what it says about you. By being proactive, you can take control of your rental history and move to a new unit without your past affecting you. 

Eva Hatzenbihler
Author
Agent

Safeguarding success: Why real estate cybersecurity should be a priority for every agent

These days, every industry is susceptible to a data breach and real estate is no exception. In this article, we'll look at the current state of real estate cybersecurity, why agents need to do their due diligence when vetting what software and tools they use, as well as best practices on how agents can protect their clients' sensitive information.

Nadja Brandt
PR Director