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5 Social Media Strategies
Social media platforms and technologies have redefined how multifamily managers engage with customers to attract, convert and retain residents. According to one survey, people spend one-seventh of their time on social media. In a crowded online environment, does your corporate or property social media strategy have what it takes to stand out and get noticed? […]
RightSource Compliance
Yardi announced this week the acquisition of RightSource Compliance, a Minneapolis-based software consultant and developer that improves the technology experience for affordable housing providers and provides standout compliance solutions. RightSource has developed a successful software solution to assist clients with meeting complex federal and state affordable housing regulations. RightSource software serves affordable housing providers in […]
01 / 08 / 20
Rate Weight
A new report from Yardi Matrix shows that elevated supply levels continue to weigh on U.S. self storage street rates, which fell 1.7% year-over-year in November 2019 for standard 10×10 non-climate-controlled units and 3% for climate-controlled units of the same size. Self storage projects under construction nationwide accounted for 9% of the total existing national […]
Energy Pipeline
The Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E), the U.S. Department of Energy’s R&D arm, has provided about $2 billion dollars for more than 800 potentially transformational energy technology projects since 2009. Here’s a sampling of projects currently receiving support from ARPA-E. Fill it up, fast. The University of Illinois, Chicago, is designing a new high-power converter […]
01 / 06 / 20
Become a Yardi Ambassador
If you are a Yardi client with an affinity for the technology that has helped better your business, the new Yardi Client Ambassador Program might be a perfect fit for you. This special opportunity for engaged clients is a great opportunity to share feedback, engage on social media, speak with other clients about your tech […]
Personal Digital Identity
In a world where online banking, social media, e-commerce and other online services are a constant part of daily life, a verified digital identity is an important validation of one’s official existence. In 2016, an estimated 1.5 billion people globally could not access routine banking services because of the inability to prove their identity with […]
01 / 02 / 20
Simplify Social Housing
Social housing providers in Ontario strive to improve efficiencies and remain compliant while providing the best outcomes for residents and their communities. As non-profit organizations, achieving those goals on limited resources can be tough. But with innovative software, achieving success in social housing management is revolutionized. Yardi Voyager Social Housing leverages tried-and-true best practices to […]
01 / 01 / 20
Let Pets Pay Off
The future is furry. According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 65 percent of Americans have pets. The number of households with pets is growing. Since 2014, the number of people who own pets has increased by 3 percent. Many of these households include your prospects and renters. Another major housing trends report from 2018 […]
12 / 31 / 19
Caregivers Cut Off
As technology advances, crime keeps pace. Modern lawbreakers can now hold lives hostage from afar. It’s all because of type of malicious software called ransomware. These programs are designed to lock down computers and data until a monetary demand is paid. When these viruses first cropped up, they generally targeted users indiscriminately by casting a […]
12 / 30 / 19
Onward, Ottawa
Ottawa used to be a city that thrived under the radar. Now, its growth is catching international attention. The 2019 Ottawa Real Estate Forum explored the rapid growth and evolution of the nation’s capital city. This year’s theme, “Ottawa’s on Track: The Hidden Gem of Canada” presented attendees with economic and social forecasts to inform […]
Attracting Renters
The Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island: together, they make up the most vibrant city in the world. But New York needs no advertising. Any New Yorker will tell you that each of the five boroughs has its own unique charm. So, what do renters expect when looking for an apartment in NYC? We […]
12 / 26 / 19
Top Notch Tulsa
When it comes to the typical self-storage customer, renters living in tiny metropolitan apartments come to mind. But Tulsa, Oklahoma breaks the mold. The self-storage market thrives in this spacious rural town. Let’s take a look at why, and what the future may hold for cozy Tulsa. Why is Tulsa a Hot Spot for Self-Storage? […]
12 / 24 / 19
Pet-Friendliest Cities
Some days, you make look at your property lawn and wonder if it’s worth it to permit pets. Operating a pet-friendly community comes with its challenges. Your pet policy and unique services, however, are profitable differentiators when you’re amongst the nation’s most fur-friendly cities. RentCafe.com recently released its list of the 50 Best Cities for […]
12 / 23 / 19
IoT in Student Housing
The Internet of Things (IoT) has achieved great popularity in the last decade as it increases the comfort and quality of life. A growing number of homes and commercial properties have smart systems controlled by smartphones and microcontrollers through wireless communication techniques. The trend applies to student housing too. A smart strategy can help universities […]
12 / 20 / 19
Changes in the Clouds
Cloud services have changed the roles of executives. CIOs implement fewer on-premises applications. Their technical infrastructure needs have evolved within the Internet of Things. CFOs now mold their capital expenditures pitches to address operations. In the center of those changes floats the cloud, and with it, the continually evolving roles of executives. The Balance Sheet […]
12 / 19 / 19
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