Free Tools for Independent Landlords
Manage Your Rental
Without a Property Manager
Screen tenants, draft leases, collect rent, and understand your state's laws — all without paying 8–12% of your rent to a management company.
How Independent Landlords Manage Their Properties
Screen Tenants
Run credit, criminal, and eviction reports. Know who you're renting to before signing anything.
Draft Your Lease
Use a state-specific, attorney-reviewed lease that includes all required disclosures for your state.
Collect Rent & Manage
Automate rent collection, track expenses, and handle maintenance requests without a middleman.
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Screen tenants with a full credit, criminal, and eviction report. Applicants complete the process themselves — you get instant results and can share with co-landlords.
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NOLO publishes state-specific landlord books written by attorneys in plain English. A reliable reference for every landlord's bookshelf.
Landlord-Tenant Laws by State
Select your state for security deposit limits, notice requirements, rent control status, required disclosures, and more.