Setting Up Your First Property

Setting Up Your First Property in Leaseora

After creating your Leaseora account, the next step is to add your first property. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up a property and configuring its details.

Step 1: Navigate to the Properties Section

From your Leaseora dashboard, click on "Properties" in the main navigation menu. This will take you to your properties overview page.

The Properties section in the main navigation menu

Step 2: Add a New Property

Click the "Add New Property" button in the top right corner of the properties page. This will open the property creation form.

Step 3: Enter Basic Property Information

Fill out the basic property details in the form:

• Property Name: Enter a name for your property (e.g., "Sunset Apartments" or "123 Main Street")
• Property Type: Select the type of property (single-family home, multi-unit building, commercial property, etc.)
• Address: Enter the complete street address, city, state/province, postal code, and country
• Year Built: Enter the year the property was constructed (optional)
• Square Footage: Enter the total square footage of the property (optional)

Step 4: Configure Property Units

If your property has multiple units (like an apartment building), you'll need to add each unit:

1. In the "Units" section, click "Add Unit"
2. Enter the unit number or name (e.g., "Apt 101" or "Unit A")
3. Specify the unit type (studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, etc.)
4. Enter the square footage of the unit
5. Set the monthly rent amount
6. Add any unit-specific features or notes
7. Click "Save Unit" to add it to the property
8. Repeat for each unit in your property

Step 5: Add Property Amenities

Specify the amenities available at your property:

• Check all applicable amenities from the provided list (parking, pool, gym, laundry, etc.)
• For each selected amenity, you can add specific details (e.g., number of parking spaces, pool hours, etc.)
• If an amenity isn't listed, you can add custom amenities using the "Add Custom Amenity" option

Step 6: Upload Property Photos

High-quality photos help attract potential tenants and provide a visual record of your property:

• In the "Photos" section, click "Upload Photos"
• Select multiple photos from your computer to upload
• Once uploaded, you can drag and drop to reorder photos
• Add captions to each photo to describe what's shown
• Mark the best photo as the "Featured Image" to be displayed as the main property photo

Step 7: Add Property Documents

Upload important documents related to your property:

• Property deeds or titles
• Insurance policies
• Inspection reports
• Floor plans
• HOA documents (if applicable)
• Any other relevant property documentation

Step 8: Set Up Maintenance Information

Configure maintenance settings for your property:

• Add contact information for preferred service providers (plumbers, electricians, etc.)
• Set maintenance request rules and procedures
• Configure emergency maintenance contact information
• Set up maintenance request notifications

Step 9: Save Your Property

Once you've entered all the necessary information, click the "Save Property" button at the bottom of the form. Your property will now be added to your Leaseora account.

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