Lease-Expiration Stagger Planner
Plan lease renewal schedules to avoid having multiple units expire in the same month. Minimize vacancy risk and workload.
How it works
Spreads lease expirations evenly across months, avoiding seasonal clusters. Considers vacancy risk, market conditions, and operational efficiency.
Example
12 units = 1 expiration per month for even distribution and reduced turnover workload.
FAQ
Why stagger lease expirations?
Prevents multiple vacancies at once, spreads renovation work, maintains steady cash flow, and reduces seasonal vacancy risk during slow rental periods.
What's the ideal stagger pattern?
Even distribution across 12 months, avoiding winter months in cold climates and considering local rental market seasonality patterns.
Should all leases be the same term?
Not necessarily. Mix 12-month leases with some 6 or 18-month terms to achieve optimal expiration timing while meeting tenant needs.
How do I transition existing leases?
Use rent increases, lease renewals, or early termination incentives to gradually shift expiration dates to your target stagger pattern.
What months should I avoid for expirations?
Avoid winter months (Dec-Feb) in cold climates and summer months in college towns. Consider local market dynamics and moving patterns.