Managing Rental Property in India as an NRI Landlord Owning a rental property in India while living abroad can seem fairly straightforward when everything is working as expected. The rent arrives on time, the tenant takes care of the property, and a family member or local contact handles the occasional repair. From a distance, the… Continue reading Managing Rental Property in India as an NRI Landlord
Author: Ishika Pannu
Intern at RentOk, learning about PG and hostel management while contributing to research and content that helps make renting simpler and more organized.
Notice Period for Vacating a Rented Flat in India
Notice Period for Vacating a Rented Flat in India Moving out of a rented flat sounds straightforward. You find another place, pack your belongings, inform the landlord, and hand over the keys. But once the move-out process begins, one question often comes up quickly. How much notice do I need to give before vacating the… Continue reading Notice Period for Vacating a Rented Flat in India
RentOk vs Crib vs My PG Manager: Which PG Software Actually Fits My Business?
RentOk vs Crib vs My PG Manager: Which PG Software Actually Fits My Business? Finding the PG software that actually fits your business is rarely as simple as comparing feature lists. The right platform depends on how your property operates, how many tenants you manage, and how much of your daily work you want to… Continue reading RentOk vs Crib vs My PG Manager: Which PG Software Actually Fits My Business?
What’s Included in My Rent and What Am I Paying Extra For?
What’s Included in My Rent and What Am I Paying Extra For? Finding a rental property often starts with one simple question: How much is the rent? But that number does not always tell the full story. A room may be advertised at ₹12,000 per month. Once you move in, you may also have to… Continue reading What’s Included in My Rent and What Am I Paying Extra For?
What Documents Do I Actually Need Before Handing Over My Rental Property?
What Documents Do I Actually Need Before Handing Over My Rental Property? Handing over a rental property is often treated as the final step of a tenant’s move-in. The agreement is signed, the payment is received, the room is ready, and the keys are waiting. From a property management perspective, however, the handover is much… Continue reading What Documents Do I Actually Need Before Handing Over My Rental Property?
Are US Apps Like Buildium or TurboTenant Usable for Indian Landlords?
Are US Apps Like Buildium or TurboTenant Usable for Indian Landlords? Search for property management software today and you will find plenty of international platforms offering almost everything a landlord could need. Tenant screening. Online rent collection. Digital leases. Maintenance management. Accounting. Reporting. Tenant portals. Automation. At first glance, platforms such as Buildium and TurboTenant… Continue reading Are US Apps Like Buildium or TurboTenant Usable for Indian Landlords?
Do I Need to Pay GST on My PG or Hostel Rent?
Do I Need to Pay GST on My PG or Hostel Rent? Running a PG or hostel involves much more than collecting rent every month. Owners have to manage occupancy, agreements, payments, food, utilities, maintenance, tenant records, and a growing list of compliance requirements. GST becomes particularly confusing because a PG may look like a… Continue reading Do I Need to Pay GST on My PG or Hostel Rent?
Which Indian City Gives Landlords the Best Rental Yield Right Now?
Which Indian City Gives Landlords the Best Rental Yield Right Now? When evaluating real estate investments in India, property appreciation often receives the most attention. Investors compare purchase prices, upcoming infrastructure projects, and the potential for long-term capital gains. However, for landlords building a rental portfolio, another metric deserves equal consideration: rental yield. Rental yield… Continue reading Which Indian City Gives Landlords the Best Rental Yield Right Now?
Women’s Safety in PGs: What Owners Should Know
Women’s Safety in PGs: What Owners Should Know For many young women, moving into a PG is much more than finding a room near college or work. It can mean moving hundreds of kilometres away from home, adjusting to a new city, and learning to live independently. For families, choosing a PG is rarely only… Continue reading Women’s Safety in PGs: What Owners Should Know
What’s the Best Free Rent Collection App in India?
What’s the Best Free Rent Collection App in India? Rent collection sounds simple when you have only a few tenants. A tenant pays, the owner confirms the amount, and the month moves on. The process changes once the number of tenants starts growing. You may have one tenant paying through UPI, another using a bank… Continue reading What’s the Best Free Rent Collection App in India?