“Things are never as good or as bad as they seem” is one of my favorite proverbs. In hindsight, I was overly optimistic in 2021 about our business and the… Read More

Obligo’s deposit-free service is more than just a convenience—it’s a differentiator for both renters and leasing teams alike. Traditional security deposits can be a barrier for renters, tying up their… Read More

As the year ends, a big thank you to all of our renters and partners who were a part of Obligo’s 2023 journey. As a company that allows renters to… Read More

The Ascent program validated Obligo’s ability to integrate with BNY Mellon’s banking portal and serve its real estate clients Obligo announced the completion of its proof of concept as part… Read More

The Obligo team is thrilled to announce this year’s winners of our 4th annual Renter’s Trust Awards! While security deposit deductions are a reality of the rental process, these award-winning… Read More

Move-outs are a bit like breakups. The renter and the property manager, who had a stable relationship, suddenly find themselves in new territory, often full of fear and friction. Sounds… Read More

The average American can expect to move 11.7 times in their lifetime. If you’re a renter during any of these moves, you’ll want to do everything you can to restore… Read More

Obligo is on a mission to build trust between landlords and renters. As such, we partner with a diverse range of landlords and property managers who own and manage residential… Read More

Accounting can be a daunting task for any property management operation. If you lack the time and resources to dedicate to proper bookkeeping, your potential for errors can have a… Read More

Saving up for a security deposit is often a major financial hurdle for renters. The good news is, when you sign up for Obligo’s deposit-free living, that problem goes away…. Read More

The real estate industry is becoming increasingly reliant on technology to manage properties and streamline processes. Savvy property managers are always looking for innovative solutions to meet the demands of… Read More

See how Obligo’s deposit-free solution helped Stevens Realty save 10 staff hours per week on deposit admin & speed up the move-in process by 96% per renter.

In conversations with property owners and managers we often hear this statement: “I don’t know if deposit-free renting is a fit for our portfolio.” It’s a valid question. When evaluating… Read More

It’s no secret that renters aren’t fans of the security deposit — it’s an upfront payment that gets their money tied up for the duration of the lease. For them,… Read More

As the year wraps, we want to thank all of our amazing partners for an exceptional 2022! Let’s take a look back at some insights and milestones worth sharing.  Partner… Read More

Obligo is proud to announce the recipients of our third annual Renter’s Trust Awards, a list of property management companies that renters can truly trust.  As renters move out, Obligo… Read More

Real estate technology is advancing rapidly. New products promising to make lives easier for property managers emerge all the time. It can be hard to keep up, so we invited… Read More

The holiday season is at hand — and with it, budget and planning season. With the end of the year rapidly approaching, property managers are currently busy mapping out initiatives… Read More

In residential real estate, the relationship between property managers and their owners is an important one to nurture. Here at Obligo, we love insights gained from real-world experiences, so we… Read More

Obligo’s security deposit alternative is now supported by Wells Fargo Letters of Credit, in a modern twist on a tried and trusted bank product. We’re proud to announce an innovative… Read More

The peak rental season is here, and so begin the lease renewal negotiations between property managers and residents. Even in today’s rental market, where filling units quickly is not the… Read More

In rental housing, security deposits have long been the preferred way to protect property owners from damage and other losses. But as property management operations become highly automated, security deposits… Read More

There is a magic word when it comes to emerging tech: Integration. Is your product integrated? Which platforms does it integrate with? Will there be an integration in the future? … Read More

Originally published by the New York Real Estate Journal on April 12, 2022.  It seems like every week you read a story about the price of goods and services reaching… Read More

See how Obligo’s deposit-free solution helped Landmark Communities reduce the time spent on deposit-related tasks by 96%. “Of all the platforms we’ve integrated into our leasing process, Obligo is the easiest… Read More

This article was originally published in the Mid-Atlantic Real Estate Journal.  Property management companies are facing increased pressure to streamline processes and adapt with the latest technologies. It’s only a… Read More

Tolstoy wrote: ”Happy families are all alike; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.”  This line certainly rings true in today’s rental market as well: Happy renters are… Read More

Imagine a software app that creates peace and understanding between landlords and tenants. How much value would that have in this world of constant rental turnover and strife?

We’d like to share our thought process and core values that have helped us create the most effective and transparent deposit alternative on the market.

Refunding traditional security deposits has long been an inefficient and burdensome process for property managers. For renters expecting to receive their cash back in a timely manner, deposit refunds can… Read More

The full interview by Marco Dehry can be read at Authority Magazine. — Authority Magazine: Based on your military experience, can you share with our readers 5 Leadership or Life… Read More

The following is an excerpt from the Q&A between Obligo COO Omri Dor and Lauren Shanesy, from Multifamily Executive. — MFE: Tell us about Obligo. What is it, and how does… Read More