Creating and Managing Listings

This guide walks you through creating a new listing in Rentzap and managing its details after creation.

Creating a New Listing

Step 1: Start the Listing Process

  1. From your Listings dashboard, click the "Add New Listing" button in the top right corner

  2. The "Add new listing" dialog will open

Step 2: Select a Property

  1. In the "Select a property" field, search for and select the property you want to list

  2. Note: If you haven't created the property yet, you'll need to add it first. Learn how to create a property

Step 3: Select a Unit (For Multi-Family Properties Only)

  1. If your property has multiple units, you'll see a "Select a unit" dropdown

  2. Choose the specific unit you want to list

  3. Note: If the unit you need isn't available, you'll need to create it first. Learn how to add units to a property

Step 4: Choose Listing Type

Select from two listing types:

  • Public Listing: Traditional rental listing open to the public for properties seeking new tenants. These listings are publicly displayed and searchable.

  • Lease Add-On: For existing tenants who want to add another person to their current lease mid-term. These listings are not publicly displayed.

Step 5: Select Criteria Set

  1. Choose a criteria set from the dropdown menu

  2. Criteria sets are pre-saved templates that define the screening requirements for applicants

  3. Note: If you haven't created criteria sets yet, you'll need to create one first. Learn how to create criteria sets

Step 6: Enter Listing Details

  1. Rent Price: Enter the monthly rental amount

  2. Lease Length: Select the lease duration (impacts income qualification requirements)

  3. Date Unit is Available: Choose when the unit becomes available (affects applicant qualification based on their desired lease start date)

Step 7: Save the Listing

Click "Save" to create your listing. You'll be taken to the listing details page.

The Application Link section provides:

  • A unique URL for applicants to apply: https://www.rentzap.com/apply/[listing-ID]

  • "Copy Application Link" button for easy sharing

Important: Share this application link in your property management software, listing websites, or anywhere you want potential tenants to apply.

Editing Your Listing

How to Edit

  1. From the listing details page, click "Edit Listing" in the top right

  2. The edit dialog will open with the following editable fields:

Editable Fields

  • Rent Price: Update the monthly rental amount

  • Assigned To: Choose which team member manages this listing

  • Date Unit is Available: Modify the availability date

  • Lease Length: Change the lease duration

  • Special Instructions for Processing: Add specific notes for Rentzap's underwriting team

Special Instructions

Use this field to communicate unique requirements not covered by your criteria set, such as Age restrictions (e.g., "55+ community")

Save Changes

Click "Save" to apply your edits.

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