Adding, Editing, and Deleting a Property

If the "Properties List" is your mission control, then the ability to Add, Edit, and Delete properties is the engine that keeps your business moving forward. Whether you’ve just acquired a new multi-family complex or you’re simply updating the amenities for an existing rental, keeping your digital records in sync with your physical assets is crucial for accurate reporting and happy tenants.

In this guide, we’ll walk through the lifecycle of a property record within Seamless Tenants - from the initial "handshake" of adding it to the system to the eventual "hand-off" if it leaves your portfolio.
Phase 1: Adding a New Property Expanding your portfolio should be an exciting milestone, not a data-entry nightmare. We’ve streamlined the "Add Property" process to ensure you capture the most vital information in one sitting.
Step-by-Step Onboarding:

1. Launch the Modal: Click the orange + ADD PROPERTY button. A clean, focused window will appear, divided into two main sections: Property Details and Payments.
2. The Basics: Give your property a clear, unique name. Under Property Type, decide if this is a "Single Unit" or a "Multi-Unit." This selection is important because it changes how you’ll manage individual spaces later.
3. Usage & Size: Is this Residential, Commercial, or Industrial? Defining the Usage helps the system categorize your income and expenses correctly. Don't forget the Plot Size - having the square footage on hand is a lifesaver when you're ordering materials or discussing valuations with an appraiser.
4. Set the Financial Rules: On the right side, you'll find the Payments box. This is where you establish your "late fee" policy. Enter the dollar amount and the Due Date Interval (your grace period). By setting this now, the system can eventually automate your invoicing and late-fee triggers.
5. Final Touches: Use the Select Amenities dropdown to tag features like "Swimming Pool," "Gym," or "Security Gate." These tags aren't just for show - they help you quickly filter properties when a lead asks for specific features.

Phase 2: Editing and Updating Real estate is rarely static. Shrubbery turns into landscaping, late fee policies change, and single-unit homes might get converted. To make a change, simply click the Pencil Icon on any property card.
The Edit Property view is where you do the "heavy lifting." Unlike the basic "Add" screen, this view offers a detailed sidebar:

• Property Information: Update the address or core settings.
• House Details: This is where you manage the specific "DNA" of the building, such as floor plans.
• Permissions: Managing a team? You can restrict who can see or edit this specific property, keeping sensitive financial data in the right hands.
• Gallery & Documents: Upload the latest inspection photos or save the new insurance policy directly to the property record.

Phase 3: Deleting a Property There comes a time when a property is sold or you stop managing a particular account. When that happens, you’ll use the Red Trash Icon.

Important Note: Deleting a property is a permanent action in the active view. Because your data is interconnected, deleting a property will also remove the associated units and history from your main dashboard. We always recommend double-checking your Activity Log or exporting a Rent Roll Report before hitting that final confirmation button.

Why Data Accuracy Matters Think of these property records as the "Source of Truth" for your business. When your property details are accurate, your automated invoices are correct, your maintenance workers know exactly where to go, and your end-of-year tax reports become a breeze instead of a burden.