Brody’s Yap:   Top 10  Reasons Why Managers Love RentPayment

1.  Automate accounts receivable. Online payments eliminate administrative work and the potential human errors associated with manually processing paper checks.

2. Close leases quicker. Close leases on-the-spot by accepting credit card payments for application fees and security deposits.

3. Lead the competition. Distinguish properties from the competition by promoting online payments as an amenity that has been added for renter convenience.

4. Optimize cash flow. Electronic payments help more residents pay on-time, which optimizes cash flow. AutoPay and mobile payment channels are just some of the features that allow Property Managers to collect more on-time payments.

5. Support. All RentPayment clients receive a dedicated Account Manager for training and on-going support for all technical questions. Each RentPayment renter has a Client Care Representative ready to process payments over the phone or trouble shoot any account questions that may arise. In addition, the RentPayment Marketing team provides a variety of tools to help Property Managers increase resident adoption of electronic payments and reach their goals.

6. Payment security. EPayments reduce the risk of delinquent checks and protect renters and properties from fraud, check theft, and administrative errors through next generation payment technology and certified PCI compliance.

7. Increase productivity. Payment data automatically posts in real time to your accounting software, email deposit notification and superior line item reporting save time and increase productivity for onsite management.

8. Predict revenue. Money is in the bank account and at the property’s disposal in two business days.

9. Instant payment platform. Create an online payment platform or webpage just by signing up; a community website or web developer is not needed.

10. Increase lease longevity. Tenants are more likely to stay at a property longer when signed up for automatic payments via AutoPay.

Come meet our amazing RentPayment team members and learn why Property Management Companies all over the country are utilizing RentPayment’s secure electronic payment processing options to better their businesses.

Apartment Association of Greater Orlando: AAGO Trade Show

April 12, 2011   |   Orlando, FL

This annual trade show for Orlando multifamily professionals is an opportunity to “meet, mingle, and discover new products and services that can impact your NOI.”  RentPayment will be at booth # 203C to show how ePayment Services will improve your operating processes and reduce operating expenses. Central Florida Apartment Managers represent the fastest growing client base for RentPayment services, utilizing technology and payment options to cater to the Florida resident is just one of many benefits RentPayment offers.

If you’re a Property Manager or Management Company located in Central Florida and plan to attend the AAGO conference, stop by RentPayment for a chance to win MasterCard gift cards and make some profit for the future.

Booth #: 203C
Who you’ll meet:
Steven Foster, Regional Sales Director
Cara Ogram, Marketing Team Member

First Coast Apartment Association: FCAA 2011 Trade Show

April 14, 2011   |   Jacksonville, FL

First Coast Apartment Association is a networking group, resource, and alliance group for Jacksonville and East Coast Florida Property Managers.  RentPayment will be exhibiting at booth #33P to help educate Jacksonville property managers and management companies on how electronic payments can save you time and money.    Eastern Florida is already one of RentPayment’s fastest growing regions, proving Florida renters and property managers appreciate the convenience of ePayments with RentPayment.  Come see why for yourself!

This year’s FCAA trade show sports a Vegas theme for 2011 with the motto, “Bet on a Sure Thing… FCAA!”   All multifamily professionals in the Jacksonville area should attend this regional networking event, and at only $10 a ticket plus the chance to win cash prizes, it’s a must.

Booth #: 33P
Who you’ll meet:
Steven Foster, Regional Sales Director
Cara Ogram, Marketing Team Member

Texas Apartment Association: Education Conference & Lone Star Expo, Lead to Exceed.

April 14 - 16, 2011   |   Ft Worth, TX

Texas is one of the largest and most densely populated regions of multifamily industry professionals, and this year’s TAA tradeshow proves it!  RentPayment will be at booth #702 to speak with Texas management companies about how we can lower your processing costs and increase on-time rental payments with electronic transactions!

So if you plan to attend the TAA Education Conference and Expo, speak with us to learn about our industry-leading online and mobile payment processing solutions.  RentPayment is looking forward to reconnecting with our existing Texas-based clients who already are utilizing RentPayment’s technology and payment options to better their businesses.

Booth #: #702
Who you’ll meet:
Bill Evick, Senior VP of Sales
Chris Whipple, Regional Sales Director

Chicagoland Apartment Association: Trade Show and Education Conference

April 20, 2011   |   Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Chicagoland Apartment Association’s annual trade show always proves to be an excellent networking hub for Midwest multifamily property managers and vendors.  The Chicagoland Trade Show and Education Conference will showcase over 100 members’ products and services and also include a day-long conference with forums presented by multihousing and marketing professionals.

If you are a property manager in the Midwest or Chicago area and plan to attend the Chicagoland show, RentPayment will be exhibiting.  Stop by our booth if you are looking to add or upgrade your online payment services and hear about our low cost and secure payment processing options.  You’ll soon realize why Midwest residents are converting to electronic transactions with RentPayment!

AAGO Booth #: 203C
Who you’ll meet: Casey Winter, Regional Sales Director

Columbus Apartment Association 2011 Central Ohio Multifamily Exposition:

April 20, 2011   |   Columbus, OH

CAA’s annual exposition is the Central Ohio region’s largest multifamily industry tradeshow with over 600 attendees.  While Property Managers network and research new vendors, CAA is also inviting attendees to “experience music through the ages and dance your way to success,”the motto of this year’s expo.

We may not be the best dancers, but we are the best payment processors in the industry!  The RentPayment reps will be exhibiting to inform you about the opportunities and benefits of accepting credit cards and eChecks at your communities.  Meet us and you’ll see why many Central Ohio multifamily housing professionals are already converting their residents to electronic payments with RentPayment.

Booth #: 68
Who you’ll meet: Chris Whipple, Regional Sales Director

As a middle school teacher for 10 years, I would incorporate technology into my lessons, but more often than not, I would go by the book, both literally and figuratively. I knew that there was a huge opportunity to work in a tech related field, but I was happy as a teacher, and I didn’t have a broad background working with technology. After having taught for many years in the South Bay, I wanted to venture out and do something different, challenge myself and explore what this technology industry was all about. I was fortunate to find out about an opening at RentPayment for an Account Manager. I knew my attention to detail, teaching skills, and dedication to service would make me the perfect Account Manager.

While I didn’t know exactly what the job would entail, after working at RentPayment for four months, I’m extremely that happy I made the switch. I enjoy the client care aspect of RentPayment as well as training clients on how to use our services. We are rapidly progressing as a company and are introducing more ways to pay rent, such as with the iPhone app- RentPayment Mobile. The switch from teaching children to teaching adults has been fantastic! It amazes me on a daily basis how we are able to use technology to improve industries and the way people interact with money. The thought of paying rent online, by phone, text message, and more is incredibly convenient and easy for renters. But the real benefit is how much it improves the operations of a property management team. I enjoy being able to show Accountants, Property Managers, and Leasing Agents all the great ways RentPayment can benefit them. From in person credit card acceptance for Leasing Agents, to transaction summary reports with excel exports for Accountants we have a suit of resources to help their day to day operations. The switch from teaching education to teaching technology isn’t very different.   I’ve come to learn, that they are both all about educating the future.

If I were to grade Yapstone as a company both to work for and what it is capable of doing for residents and property managers, I’d give them an A+!

Written by:
Tony Maskell, Client Account Manager for RentPayment

#10. Laundry
I can never find any quarters, nor do I ever have the single dollar bills needed to make change! Thus, I end up driving to the bank, or the local convenience store and dropping my last $10 bill for a roll of quarters… sigh…

#9. Bus Fares
I always find myself holding up the line while digging through my pockets for the proper coins and bills. Usually end up getting yelled at by the after-work rush hour crowd.

#8. Charitable Donations
Is it rude to ask the Salvation Army Donation Rep outside my local store, who rings the bell during the holidays, if he’ll take a Visa? You should see the looks I get from the Girl Scouts when they try to sell me cookies!

#7. Lost Bets
I lost a bet to a friend the other day on the outcome of a football game, but didn’t have the cash to pay up! Yeah, I got out of having to pay… but now I look like a jerk!

#6. Groceries
In my perfect world… I’d order everything online, have someone pack everything up for me and then deliver it to my front door!

#5. Prescriptions
My local Rite-Aid has the longest lines!! Less time spent running errands… wouldn’t that be the life?

#4. Parking
Drove around downtown for 35 minutes waiting for a free parking spot to open up because I couldn’t feed the meter! I should really listen to be boyfriend who always harps on me for not keeping change in my car….

#3. Bar Tab
How embarrassing to have to go pick up my credit card the next day when I’ve forgotten to close my tab… Can’t I just pay from my laptop in bed?!?

#2. Lottery Tickets
Of course I want that chance to win that mega-millions jackpot!!! But how often does anyone walk inside to the store at a gas station, I’d love to be able to play and pay for the lotto online. Maybe that would increase my chances to win?!

#1. RENT!
Oh wait, I can! Thanks RentPayment!

RentPayment.com… helping you ditch the last check you write!