Rentec Direct property management software helps housing providers easily organize, automate, and manage daily tasks from the moment you log in to your account. When you first log in, the summary page serves as your personal dashboard, providing an at-a-glance overview of key information.
The Summary Page’s user-friendly design provides an at-a-glance overview of crucial company information, making property management more efficient and less daunting. We recommend making it your very first stop every day—it’s like your morning cup of coffee, but for your business, with key Information at your fingertips (literally!).
Are you ready to turn your property management tasks into a seamless and enjoyable experience? Discover the Rentec Direct Summary page —think of it as your personal command center, designed to give you an immediate, at-a-glance overview of potentially time-sensitive tasks to help you organize your day.
Key Information at Your Fingertips
The header of your Summary page acts as your helpful assistant. Click on the link to access each helpful feature:
- Menu Icon: Narrow the size of the menu, providing a wider screen for easier navigation
- Global Search Tool: Locate people, phrases, or dollar amounts
- Bug: Report issues with the software or things that may not seem to be working as expected
- Get Help “?”: Contact our live US-based customer support by email or chat. Review the knowledge base for a step-by-step guide or AI-generated answers for frequently asked questions.
- Chat Bubble: Alerts you to a text contact from renters
- Notification Bell: Alerts you to reminders and tasks to be completed
- Gear Icon (next to your company name): Allows clients with multiple Rentec Direct accounts to toggle between them
- Quickly address vacant properties, open work orders, renters whose leases expire soon, or rent is overdue by clicking directly on the box to manage tasks that need your attention.
- Vacancies: Monitor those empty units that may require a bit of TLC or a new listing on your syndicated sites.
- Leases Expire Soon: A friendly reminder to check in with tenants whose leases are nearing their end.
- Rent Overdue: Quickly spot who needs a gentle nudge about their rent.
- Open Work Orders: Stay on top of all your maintenance requests with a quick review of work order status.
Assessing Your Company’s Health: Because Knowing is Half the Battle!
But wait, there’s more! The Summary page isn’t just about daily to-dos; it also provides important statistics to help you check your company’s financial health and occupancy rates. This data becomes your secret weapon for reviewing past performance and developing strategies for future growth. Plus, easy-to-use dropdown filters allow you to customize which properties and time frames appear in your Property Summary.
Staying Informed and Up-to-Date
The Summary page is also the central hub for your entire team to stay informed about important Rentec Direct news.
- System Updates: Discover new features and enhancements, many of which are a direct result of valuable client feedback! Check updates often to get the most out of the latest tools that streamline your tasks and help you achieve your company goals.
- News & Tips: Dive into a treasure trove of articles covering everything from industry trends and budget forecasting to marketing strategies and seasonal maintenance advice.
Quick Access to Important Updates: Like a Digital High-Five!
At the bottom of the Summary page, the “Quick Access” section gives you immediate visibility into key events, putting you in control of your property management tasks:
- Applications: Reflect when you’ve received new online applications
- Insurance Required: Indicate that a tenant of a property requiring insurance needs to provide their insurance information
- Review Received Insurance Documents: Lets you know when Insurance documents have been received and are ready to be reviewed.
- Blue Moon: Alerts you when you’ve received documents through your Blue Moon integration
- File Library: Reflect when documents have been uploaded to your file library
- Inspections: Reflect when zInspector has returned inspections via your integration
- Signature Requests: Alerts you when documents sent out through your Rentec Direct software have been signed and returned
- Tenant Screening: Indicates when screening reports are ready for your review.
Final Thought
The Rentec Direct Summary page is truly an indispensable tool for efficient property management. It’s designed to keep you informed, organized, and proactive every day. Learn more about each of these helpful tools in your Knowledge Base.
Have Questions?
Reach out to Rentec Direct’s award-winning US-based Success Team:
- Email success@rentecdirect.com
- Phone 800-881-5139 x2
- Tap on a Help Link, then select Email or Live Chat
Check out the System Updates and News & Tips on your Summary page to see the latest Rentec Direct features and industry-related topics, or subscribe to the Rentec Direct Blog and have updates delivered directly to your inbox.
Suggest a Feature
Our goal is always to make your tasks as a landlord, property manager, or investor simpler, quicker, and more efficient. One way we accomplish this is by reviewing valuable feedback and input from our awesome clients. If there’s anything you would like to see added to enhance your Rentec Direct experience, please send your ideas and suggestions to success@rentecdirect.com.
About Rentec Direct
Rentec Direct delivers industry-leading property management software and tenant screening solutions to real estate professionals. Key features include online rent payments, mobile apps, tenant and owner portals, vacancy listing syndication, and accounting tools. Founded in 2007, Rentec Direct is the third-largest software provider in its sector and is consistently the highest-rated by investors, landlords, and property managers. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies for nine consecutive years, Rentec Direct was also named Real Estate Company of the Year in the 2025 American Business Awards and listed among the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Top 100 Small Businesses. rentecdirect.com