RentManager

rentmanager.com
Property Management
Weekend Project

Complete property management software for landlords and property managers

How to Replace RentManager

Overview

RentManager is a comprehensive cloud-based property management platform designed to streamline rental operations, tenant communications, and financial tracking. It serves landlords, property managers, and real estate investment firms of all sizes.

Features

48 features across 11 categories

Accounting(5)

Automated Tax ReportingPremium

Generate IRS Form 1098-T and other tax documents with itemized expense summaries.

Budget ForecastingPremium

Project income and expenses with variance analysis and spending alerts.

Expense Tracking

Log and categorize property expenses with automatic reconciliation and cost analysis.

Financial Reporting

Generate comprehensive income statements, balance sheets, and expense reports for tax purposes.

Security Deposit Management

Track security deposits, interest accruals, and deductions with move-out reconciliation.

Also in: Jobber, Melio, Lemonway

Analytics(2)

AI Rent PredictionAIPremium

Machine learning model recommends market-competitive rent rates based on comparable properties.

Anomaly DetectionAIPremium

AI identifies unusual payment patterns, expense spikes, and potential fraud indicators.

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Communication(1)

Resident Communication

Send bulk SMS, email, and in-app messages to tenants with delivery tracking and read receipts.

Also in: Jobber, Jira, Insightly

Document Management(4)

Document Storage

Secure cloud storage for leases, inspection reports, tax documents, and correspondence.

Lease Management

Create, store, and manage digital leases with automated renewal tracking and notifications.

Lease Renewal Automation

Automated renewal reminders, template regeneration, and e-signature collection.

Lease Template Library

Pre-built lease templates customizable for different property types and jurisdictions.

Maintenance(5)

Maintenance Request Priority AssignmentAIPremium

AI-powered system categorizes and prioritizes maintenance requests by urgency and cost impact.

Maintenance Request System

Track and manage maintenance requests from submission through completion with work order generation.

Unit Inspection Reports

Create digital inspection checklists with photo documentation and condition scoring.

Vendor Management

Maintain vendor contacts, track service agreements, and manage vendor performance ratings.

Work Order Management

Create, assign, and track work orders to contractors with cost tracking and completion verification.

Also in: Obsidian Sync, PropertyWare, WordPress.com

Payments(8)

ACH Payment Processing

Accept direct bank transfers with automatic fund routing to property owner accounts.

Bulk Payment ProcessingPremium

Process multiple payments simultaneously with batch import and reconciliation.

Late Fee Configuration

Customize late fee structures with percentage-based or flat-fee options and grace periods.

Late Payment Tracking

Automatic alerts and reports for overdue rent with customizable late fee calculations.

Online Rent Collection

Accept rent payments online via ACH, credit card, and digital wallets with automated reminders.

Payment Plan SetupPremium

Enable tenants to set up custom payment plans for late rent or additional charges.

Recurring Charges Management

Set up automatic recurring fees for late charges, amenities, and utility pass-throughs.

Rent Receipt Generation

Automatically generate and email rent receipts upon payment confirmation.

Also in: Lightspeed POS, Acuity Scheduling, Setmore

Property Management(8)

Move-In Checklist

Standardized move-in inspection forms with photo evidence and tenant sign-off.

Move-Out Checklist

Document property condition at move-out with itemized damage assessment and deduction calculation.

Multi-Property Management

Manage unlimited properties from a single centralized dashboard with property-level permissions.

Property Calendar

Shared property calendar for scheduling showings, inspections, and maintenance work.

Property Photo Gallery

Upload and organize property photos for listings, inspections, and documentation.

Unit Numbering System

Flexible unit naming and numbering with floor mapping and layout visualization.

Utility Tracking

Monitor utility consumption and costs across properties with trend analysis and anomaly detection.

Vacancy Management

Track vacant units, manage turnovers, and schedule showings with automated calendar integration.

Reporting(3)

Occupancy Reports

View occupancy rates, turnover metrics, and vacancy trends across properties.

Owner Statements

Generate monthly owner distribution statements with detailed income and expense breakdowns.

Rent Roll Reports

View detailed rent rolls with payment status, lease terms, and tenant contact information.

Tenant Management(8)

Credit Report IntegrationPremium

Pull credit reports directly within the platform during tenant screening process.

Pet Policy Management

Track pet registrations, fees, and breed restrictions with automated policy enforcement.

Tenant Application Portal

Online application submission with integrated screening and background check options.

Tenant History Database

Searchable database of past and current tenant information with payment history and notes.

Tenant Notes and History

Keep detailed notes on tenant interactions, complaints, and incident documentation.

Tenant Portal

Self-service portal for tenants to pay rent, submit maintenance requests, and access lease documents.

Tenant Portal CustomizationPremium

Brand tenant portal with property logo and customize available features per property.

Tenant ScreeningPremium

Integrated tenant background checks, credit reports, and eviction history verification.

Tools(2)

API AccessPremium

RESTful API for custom integrations and third-party system connections.

Mobile App

iOS and Android app for property managers to manage operations on-the-go with offline functionality.

Pricing

Essential

$29/mo
  • Up to 5 properties
  • basic tenant management
  • online rent collection

Professional

Popular
$79/mo
  • Up to 25 properties
  • advanced reporting
  • maintenance management

Premier

$149/mo
  • Unlimited properties
  • AI features
  • tax reporting
  • priority support

Enterprise

Contact Sales
  • Custom deployment
  • dedicated support
  • API access
  • white-label options

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying RentManager

Monthly$29/mo
Yearly$348/yr
5-Year Total$1.7k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~4 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $108
SaaS
$348
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $324
SaaS
$1k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $540
SaaS
$1.7k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 48 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a RentManager alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 48 features.

Buy RentManager

Better Value
Monthly cost$290/mo
3-year total$10,440
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying RentManager saves ~$26,520 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 48 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

28 known integrations