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Leasing
Leasing Software That Moves at the Speed of Affordable Housing
From application to move-in, in days instead of weeks.
LIHTC, HUD, RD, PH, HOME and moreSOC 1 & 2 Compliant
No more messy,manual bullshit
Replace disconnected tools and manual tasks with a single platform your team can actually rely on.
One platform
Replace multiple systems with one connected platform
Automated follow-ups
Keep every prospect engaged
Every lead tracked
Nothing lost, nothing forgotten
Full pipeline visibility
From first touch to move-in
Consistent workflows
Your team can actually rely on them
Two housing types. One workflow.
01
Compliance built into every lease
HUD, LIHTC, and RD rules run behind every lease, so gaps show up before they hold up a move-in.
02
Paperwork that keeps moving
Apps, IDs, and certs go digital, and missing documents get flagged before they stall a file.
03
Approvals that clear faster
See where every file sits in real time, spot the holdup, and move it forward.
04
Busywork that handles itself
Waitlists, recerts, tasks, and messages get tracked and assigned for you, not your onsite team.
No more messy, manual bullsh*t
soooo, what makes Fortress OS different?
Generic platforms2 / 6
HUD
LIHTC
RD 515
TRACS
HOME
Section 8
Fortress OS6 / 6HUD
LIHTC
RD 515
TRACS
HOME
Section 8
Built for affordable housing
Other tools make you bend to fit them. We built Fortress around how affordable housing actually runs. Every program. Every quirk.
Fortress OSPayments
Connected
Compliance
Connected
Maintenance
Connected
Messages
Connected
Your systems finally talk to each other
Payments, compliance, maintenance, messages. All in sync. No double entry. No copy-paste tax. No swivel chair.
90 dayskickoff to go-live3× faster
Week 1Kickoff
Week 4Discovery
Week 7Configure
Week 10Train
Week 12Live
Industry avg
~9 months
Fortress OS
90 days
Live in 90 days, not next year.
Most switches drag on the better part of a year. Ours runs on a set 90-day plan, with a dedicated rep and dates your team can hold us to.
...and of course:
Leasing Questions, Answered
Answers for both conventional and affordable leasing — the pipeline, lease execution, renewals, and compliance.
Contact UsHow are leads and prospects managed in the leasing pipeline?
Leads and prospects are captured, organized, and tracked in one place. Fortress distributes leads, automates follow-ups, and shares data across departments, so leasing staff stay aligned and make fewer manual errors.
What are the stages of the leasing pipeline, and how do they behave?
The pipeline moves through lead capture, prospect qualification, property viewing (virtual or in person), application, screening, lease offer, and lease signing. Each stage moves a prospect closer to signing, with automated workflows and notifications that keep things on track.
What is the process for lease creation and execution?
Leases are generated in Fortress from the property and tenant details you enter. You send the lease for digital signature, which tenants can complete remotely, and real-time updates keep everyone informed.
How are lease renewals and updates managed?
Renewals and updates run through the lease management module. Fortress flags upcoming expirations, and updated terms go to tenants for review and digital signing, so renewals keep moving.
What are the common reasons for delays in lease execution?
Delays usually come from incomplete tenant information, pending background checks, or slow responses to a lease offer. Collecting the required documents up front and using automated reminders cuts these delays.
What are the best practices for managing tenant communication during the leasing process?
Keep communication steady and timely with automated emails and notifications, give clear instructions at each stage, and use chatbots or virtual assistants for around-the-clock answers.
Why does a certification still use older income or rent limits after new limits are released?
Certifications are evaluated using the limits that were effective on the certification date. New limits do not apply retroactively to existing certifications.
Why does reporting not match what I currently see on the household record?
Reports reflect certified data and effective dates, not live or current household changes. This behavior is expected and compliant.
Why is someone listed on the certification but not counted toward household size or income?
Certain household members, such as live-in caretakers or foster household members, must be documented on the certification but are excluded from income and household size calculations.
Why does a household qualify for one unit but not another?
Different units may have different program requirements or layered programs. A household must qualify under all programs attached to a unit, and the most restrictive rule applies.
Why does Fortress block a unit assignment or transfer?
Fortress prevents unit assignments or transfers when program eligibility, rent limits, or certification requirements are not met for the destination unit.
Trusted by operators who actually run affordable housing
Real teams, real portfolios, real results.
“Fortress lets us focus on data-driven conversations instead of emotional ones. We've been able to show an increase in occupancy of 8% over the last three months.”
“I've worked with multiple property management platforms over 15+ years, and none has been as user-friendly and transparent as Fortress. The data delivery helps me analyze how properties are doing in real time. I highly recommend Fortress.”
“This is really amazing and so important. Thank you for such an awesome product!”
“Honestly blown away! I didn't come here for a solution to this today — and I'm so happy to have found Fortress.”
“Love the streamlined transparency and communication between sites and compliance!”
“I was honestly terrified to apply for affordable housing — I'd never done it before and I'd heard a lot of stories. What I can say is, this was incredibly easy. I understood every question and exactly what I needed to submit. EASY!!”
“Fantastic changes and upgrades from when I used Fortress just three years ago. Well done!”
“Wow — MyFortress has amazing capabilities!”
“The main difference Fortress has over other providers is that it's very simple to learn — which makes it simple to use, and encourages people to actually stay active in the system.”
“Fortress lets us focus on data-driven conversations instead of emotional ones. We've been able to show an increase in occupancy of 8% over the last three months.”
“I've worked with multiple property management platforms over 15+ years, and none has been as user-friendly and transparent as Fortress. The data delivery helps me analyze how properties are doing in real time. I highly recommend Fortress.”
“This is really amazing and so important. Thank you for such an awesome product!”
“Honestly blown away! I didn't come here for a solution to this today — and I'm so happy to have found Fortress.”
“Love the streamlined transparency and communication between sites and compliance!”
“I was honestly terrified to apply for affordable housing — I'd never done it before and I'd heard a lot of stories. What I can say is, this was incredibly easy. I understood every question and exactly what I needed to submit. EASY!!”
“Fantastic changes and upgrades from when I used Fortress just three years ago. Well done!”
“Wow — MyFortress has amazing capabilities!”