Property Management

Metro 2 Integration for Rent Manager

Connect to Rent Manager's WAPI12 (Web API 12) REST API using an SSL-encrypted Authentication Token to extract resident records, lease terms, charge and payment transactions, and property data. The API supports RQL (Resource Query Language) for advanced filtering and pagination — Metro2 uses RQL queries to efficiently pull exactly the records needed. Each field is mapped to the Metro 2 Base Segment, validated against CDIA formatting rules, and submitted to Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Rent Manager partners with PayLease for native reporting to Experian and TransUnion — this integration extends that to a full Metro 2 file covering all three bureaus with your own data furnisher credentials.

How It Works

Metro2 authenticates to Rent Manager's WAPI12 REST API using an SSL-encrypted Authentication Token. It issues GET requests with RQL (Resource Query Language) filters to pull resident records, lease terms, charges, payments, and property data. Each field is mapped to the Metro 2 Base Segment, validated against CDIA rules, and submitted to Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Pagination support ensures complete data extraction for large portfolios.

Rent Manager

Metro2

Credit Bureaus

Benefits

REST API (WAPI12) with RQL Filtering

Rent Manager exposes a REST API called WAPI12 (Web API 12) that supports Resource Query Language (RQL) for advanced filtering and pagination. Metro2 uses RQL queries to efficiently pull exactly the tenant and payment records needed.

SSL-Encrypted Authentication

Rent Manager API uses SSL-encrypted connections with an Authentication Token for secure data access. No complex OAuth flow — straightforward token-based auth for GET, POST, and DELETE operations.

Available as Add-On for Any Bundle

Unlike competitors that gate API access behind premium tiers, Rent Manager offers API access as an add-on for any subscription bundle. This makes the Metro2 integration accessible to smaller operators.

Native Rent Reporting via PayLease

Rent Manager partners with PayLease for native rent reporting to Experian and TransUnion. This Metro2 integration extends that to a full Metro 2 file covering all three bureaus under your own data furnisher credentials.

Multi-Entity Support

Report across multiple management entities in a single Rent Manager instance. The API supports filtering by entity, property, and tenant.

Delinquency Tracking Automation

Metro2 automatically calculates delinquency status codes from Rent Manager charge and payment records. The RQL-powered API makes it efficient to query outstanding balances and overdue charges.

Data Fields That Sync

Metro2 maps these fields from Rent Manager to Metro 2 format automatically.

Resident name and contact info via WAPI12 REST endpoints
Tenant SSN — check Rent Manager resident record availability; if not present, collected via Metro2's encrypted form
Lease terms (start date, end date, rent amount) from lease records
Charge and payment records with dates, amounts, and types
Outstanding balance calculated from charges vs. payments using RQL queries
Delinquency status derived from days past due on rent charges
Property association and unit details
Move-in and move-out dates from resident records

Get Set Up in 6 Steps

Enable API Add-On

Rent Manager API access is available as an add-on for any subscription bundle. Contact Rent Manager to enable the WAPI12 API on your account if not already active.

Generate Authentication Token

In Rent Manager, generate an API Authentication Token. This token is used for SSL-encrypted authentication on all WAPI12 REST API calls.

Enter Credentials in Metro2

In Metro2, go to Integrations > Add > Rent Manager. Enter your Rent Manager instance URL and Authentication Token. Metro2 will verify the connection to the WAPI12 API.

Map Fields and Set Rules

Review the automatic field mapping from Rent Manager API responses to Metro 2 Base Segment fields. Configure grace periods, late payment thresholds, and select which properties and entities to include.

Test with Sample Data

Run a test sync using RQL queries to pull sample resident and payment data. Review the generated Metro 2 file for accuracy of Account Status codes, Payment Ratings, and balance calculations.

Enable Production Reporting

Confirm tenant consent is collected, verify your Authentication Token has the correct permissions, and enable automatic monthly submissions to the credit bureaus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Rent Manager versions are supported?

We support Rent Manager 12 and later versions, including cloud-hosted installations. The WAPI12 REST API is the same across all supported versions.

How does Rent Manager API authentication work?

Rent Manager uses SSL-encrypted connections with an Authentication Token. The token is passed in the request header for all GET, POST, and DELETE operations. No OAuth flow is required.

What is RQL filtering?

Resource Query Language (RQL) is Rent Manager's query syntax for filtering API results. Metro2 uses RQL to efficiently filter residents by property, status, and date ranges — reducing data transfer and processing time for large portfolios.

Doesn't Rent Manager already report rent to credit bureaus?

Rent Manager partners with PayLease for native rent reporting to Experian and TransUnion. This Metro2 integration generates a full Metro 2 file for submission to all three bureaus (including Equifax) under your own data furnisher credentials.

Can I report Section 8 tenants?

Yes. Metro2 handles the tenant portion of rent for Section 8 and other subsidized housing programs. The charge and payment records from Rent Manager reflect the tenant's responsibility only.

Is the API available on all plans?

Yes — Rent Manager offers API access as an add-on for any subscription bundle, unlike competitors that require premium tiers. Contact Rent Manager for add-on pricing.

How is the Payment Rating calculated?

Metro2 calculates the Payment Rating (0-6) by comparing charge due dates against payment dates from Rent Manager. 0 = current, 1 = 30-59 days past due, 2 = 60-89 days, up to 6 = 180+ days. Grace periods you configure in Metro2 are applied before calculating delinquency.

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