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Mall and retail property operators use CAM collection software to automate the billing and collection of base rent + CAM (Common Area Maintenance) + utilities + parking from each tenant. FastFee generates a combined GST invoice per tenant each month, collects via bank transfer/UPI/AutoPay, auto-matches bank credits to open invoices, and runs a structured overdue recovery workflow for tenants who miss the due date. Residential rent apps like Rentrovio or RentOk are not built for this — they handle individual landlords, not commercial property operators with 50–500 retail tenants.

Commercial Property · Retail · Mall

Mall, Shop & CAM Collection Software

Automate commercial rent and CAM billing for malls, shopping centres, and retail parks — Base Rent + CAM + Utilities + Parking → GST Invoice → Bank Transfer / AutoPay → Reconciliation → Overdue Recovery.

Built for mall operators and commercial property managers — not for individual landlords.

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The Mall Rent + CAM Collection Workflow

From invoice generation to cash reconciled in your bank account.

01
STEP 01
Mall → Zone → Shop Setup

Configure the mall's zone/floor structure, add each shop unit with tenant details, occupied area, lease start/end, and base rent. CAM rate per sq ft set at zone or unit level.

02
STEP 02
Monthly Invoice Generation

FastFee auto-generates each tenant's invoice: Base Rent + CAM (area × rate) + Utilities (actual metered) + Parking + Late Fee (if applicable) + GST. Sent to tenant's email and WhatsApp on the billing date.

03
STEP 03
Payment Collection

Tenants pay via NEFT/RTGS (most commercial tenants), UPI, or UPI AutoPay mandate. FastFee accepts all modes and links each payment to the specific tenant and invoice automatically.

04
STEP 04
Bank Reconciliation

Bank credits auto-matched to open invoices by amount and tenant code. Partial payments applied to specific charge heads (rent first, then CAM). Unmatched credits surface as exceptions for the accounts team.

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STEP 05
Overdue Recovery

Unpaid invoices past due date trigger: email/WhatsApp reminder with outstanding → escalation to mall management → Promise-to-Pay logging → legal notice generation for persistent defaulters.

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STEP 06
HO Dashboard + Reports

Total collection, outstanding by zone/floor, aging report, CAM recovery %, and cash flow forecast — all live in the dashboard. Export to Excel for auditor or owner presentation.

What CAM Charges FastFee Can Track and Bill

Each charge head can be configured as a fixed amount, a per-sq-ft rate, or an actual metered amount uploaded monthly.

✓ Base rent (fixed monthly)
✓ Common Area Maintenance (per sq ft)
✓ Common area electricity
✓ Housekeeping and cleaning charges
✓ Security and surveillance
✓ Lift and escalator maintenance
✓ Water and drainage charges
✓ Parking charges (per vehicle slot)
✓ Signage and façade maintenance
✓ Marketing fund contribution (revenue-share malls)

Why Residential Rent Apps Don't Work for Malls

Multi-head invoicing (rent + CAM + utilities + parking in one invoice)

Residential apps manage one rent amount. Mall tenants need one invoice combining 4–8 charge heads with different GST rates.

GST invoicing with sequential invoice numbers

Residential apps generate receipts. Commercial operators need GST tax invoices compliant with GSTIN and sequential numbering.

NEFT/RTGS matching to specific invoices

Residential apps handle UPI. Mall tenants typically pay via NEFT/RTGS — the bank credit needs to be matched to the correct invoice and tenant.

CAM escalation clause and revision cycles

Residential rent is fixed. CAM rates are revised periodically — the system needs to handle rate revision without recreating all tenant records.

50–500 tenants with different lease terms and due dates

Residential apps are for individual landlords with a few properties. Mall operators manage large portfolios with varied lease structures.

FAQ

What is CAM collection software for malls?

Software that automates billing and collection of Common Area Maintenance charges (plus base rent, utilities, parking) from retail tenants. It generates combined GST invoices, collects via bank transfer/UPI, reconciles credits to invoices, and runs overdue recovery for tenants who miss the due date.

How is CAM billing different from regular rent collection?

Regular rent is a fixed monthly amount. CAM involves shared costs (electricity, housekeeping, security, lift maintenance) apportioned by occupied area. FastFee handles both the fixed rent and variable CAM, generates a single combined invoice, and reconciles to each charge head separately.

Can FastFee handle GST invoicing for commercial tenants?

Yes. FastFee generates GST-compliant tax invoices combining base rent, CAM, utilities, and parking — each with the applicable GST rate. Sequential invoice numbers are maintained for audit and compliance.

What happens when a tenant misses the due date?

FastFee triggers an automated reminder (email + WhatsApp) with the outstanding invoice. If the payment is not received by the escalation date, the mall accounts manager is notified. Promise-to-Pay can be logged, and for persistent defaults, legal notice templates can be generated.

Does FastFee work for smaller commercial properties — not just large malls?

Yes. FastFee works for any commercial property with recurring rent and maintenance charges — strip malls, industrial estates, business parks, coworking centres, warehousing complexes, and retail high-streets. The system scales from 10 tenants to 500+.

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