Replacement Guide

How to Build Your Own PropertyWare

Replace PropertyWare with a custom build. Complete property management software for residential and commercial portfolios

Weekend Project
44 features30 integrationsOne weekend

Estimated Timeline

Based on 44 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.

1
Setup & scaffolding
2 hours
2
Core features
4-6 hours
3
Polish & deploy
2 hours

Recommended Tech Stack

Next.js 14

Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components

Supabase

PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions

Tailwind CSS

Utility-first styling for rapid UI development

Key Features to Replicate

Top features across 8 categories. See all 44 features

Accounting(6 features)

Accounting & Financials

Generate income statements, balance sheets, and detailed financial reports for tax preparation.

Budget vs ActualPremium

Compare actual expenses and income against budgeted amounts with variance analysis.

Deposit Management

Track security deposits, interest accrual, and automated refund processing with compliance tracking.

Expense Tracking

Log and categorize all property expenses for accurate financial reporting and tax deductions.

Recurring Transactions

Set up and automate recurring expenses, income, and adjustments for consistent accounting.

+1 more in this category

Reporting(6 features)

Custom ReportsPremium

Create and schedule customized reports for cash flow, occupancy, and financial analysis.

Multi-Property Reporting

Compare performance across multiple properties with consolidated dashboards and analytics.

Owner Portal

Give property owners real-time access to financials, reports, and property performance metrics.

Rent Roll Reports

Generate detailed rent roll reports showing unit occupancy, rent amounts, and lease terms.

Unit Mix ReportingPremium

Analyze rent by unit type, square footage, and amenities with detailed breakdown reports.

+1 more in this category

Tenant Management(5 features)

Eviction TrackingPremium

Manage eviction processes with document generation and timeline tracking.

Pet Policy Management

Track pet information, pet fees, and breed restrictions with tenant-facing pet policies.

Tenant History

Maintain complete tenant records including payment history, violations, and communication logs.

Tenant Portal

Online portal for tenants to pay rent, submit maintenance requests, and communicate with management.

Tenant ScreeningPremium

Run credit checks, background checks, and eviction history reports on prospective tenants.

Lease Management(3 features)

Commercial Rent CalculationsPremium

Handle complex commercial lease calculations including percentage rent and triple net expenses.

Lease Management

Create, store, and manage digital lease agreements with automated renewal reminders.

Lease Renewal Reminders

Automatic notifications for upcoming lease expirations and renewal deadlines.

Maintenance(3 features)

Maintenance Request Management

Track, assign, and manage maintenance tickets from tenant submission to completion.

Vendor Management

Maintain a directory of approved contractors and vendors with contact info and service history.

Work Orders

Create and track work orders for maintenance and repairs with cost estimation and approval workflows.

Security(3 features)

Activity Log

Track all user activities and changes within the system for audit and compliance purposes.

Role-Based Access ControlPremium

Set granular permissions for team members, owners, and contractors with audit logging.

Two-Factor Authentication

Enhance account security with optional two-factor authentication for all users.

Analytics(2 features)

Occupancy Dashboard

View real-time occupancy rates, leasing pipeline, and unit availability across portfolio.

Tenant Portal AnalyticsPremium

Track tenant engagement metrics including portal logins and payment submission methods.

Billing(2 features)

HOA BillingPremium

Manage HOA assessments, collections, and dispute tracking for multi-unit properties.

Utility BillingPremium

Track and bill tenants for utilities with separate metering and automated billing calculations.

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying PropertyWare

Monthly$199/mo
Yearly$2.4k/yr
5-Year Total$11.9k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $2.1k
SaaS
$2.4k
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $6.4k
SaaS
$7.2k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $10.7k
SaaS
$11.9k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 44 features at very easy complexity.

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