Property Management Glossary

Property Management Glossary

This section provides definitions of key terms used throughout this document to ensure clarity and enhance understanding for all users:

  • Lease: A contractual agreement between a landlord and a tenant that grants the tenant the right to use a property for a predetermined period in exchange for rent.

  • Tenant: An individual or group that occupies or uses land or property rented from a landlord under a lease.

  • Landlord: The owner of a property who rents it to a tenant.

  • Work Order: A formal request for maintenance, repair, or other types of work that needs to be performed on a property.

  • Unit: A single apartment, office, or space that is part of a larger building or complex and is available for lease or management.

  • Vendor: A third-party provider of goods or services, often used in the context of maintenance or repair services for property management.

  • Portal Access: The ability for users, such as tenants or landlords, to access a dedicated online portal that provides specific functionalities related to their interests and roles.

  • Archiving: The process of moving inactive records to a separate storage area for long-term preservation.

  • Template: A pre-designed document or form that provides a standard layout and structure for creating consistent documents quickly.

  • FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions): A list of common questions and their answers relating to a particular subject, especially one providing basic information for users of a service.

Tags: Glossary, Lease Definitions, Tenant Information, Landlord Details, Work Order Overview, Unit Description, Vendor Roles, Portal Access, Document Archiving, Template Use, FAQ Explanation



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