At the onset of COVID, leasing markets became hyper competitive and forced many property managers to lower their security deposit requirements, particularly in the multifamily market. The reason was simple:… Read More

Obligo’s holistic suite of deposit solutions powers a trusted and streamlined rental experience for both properties and renters. The solution provides properties with the ability to maintain full protection, reduce… Read More

As a property manager, attending a property management conference is an invaluable opportunity to network, learn about industry trends, and discover new technology and solutions. The two-year pause of in-person… 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

We hit the streets of NYC to find out what renters would do with their savings if they could skip paying a security deposit! See what they said & learn… Read More

Renting a new home is always exciting, but it comes with responsibilities. There are some important tasks that will not only help you settle nicely into your new space, but… 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

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

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

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

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

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

Property management softwares often promise a paperless solution — manage move-ins and move-outs on the go, handle electronic payments, and more. But in 2022, property managers are still sending renters… Read More

Obligo’s integration with Buildium enabled 5 Star Property Management to implement the deposit-free living solution with ease. “It has been a really positive experience for us. We always want to… Read More

NOI, or net operating income, is an essential metric to evaluate how profitable a given property is. A high NOI usually indicates that the property is efficiently operated and will… Read More

See how Obligo’s deposit-free solution helped Real Property Management® Triad save 15 hours per week on deposit admin and speed up the leasing process by 4 days per resident.

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

Originally written by Emily Gallagher and published in Propmodo. Years ago, on the heels of the 2008 housing crisis, Omri Dor bought a single-family home with the intent of renting… Read More

A property manager wears many hats. Filling vacant units, collecting payments, communicating with residents, processing move-outs, and implementing new technology solutions are just a handful of the day-to-day responsibilities. Ultimately,… 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

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

In-person conferences are back! In February and March, members of the Obligo team traveled throughout California to Nashville, hearing from industry experts and absorbing valuable insights along the way.  The… Read More

One of the most essential components of rental housing is having roommates. In 2016-2017, one in three adults in America still lived with roommates, or in doubled-up households. That percentage… 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

We are pleased to announce the launch of our lease renewal incentive program, designed for residential landlords to increase retention rates, minimize the cost of concessions and provide renters with… Read More

As a landlord or property manager, have you ever wondered what it would be like to rid yourself of the need for security deposits? On Episode 39 of Bob Preston‘s “The… Read More

If you were looking for an apartment 3 months ago, you would not have been able to go through the entire process without meeting a broker or visiting a leasing… Read More

As the coronavirus continues to keep people in their homes, uncertainty grows. Millions of renters are unable to pay rent, due to being furloughed or laid off. Even those still… Read More

Real estate professionals all over New York State are still coming to grips with the full extent of this change. The most glaring changes have to do with a landlord’s… Read More