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Becky Sanvictores

After nearly 20 years as a Yardi employee, Becky Sanvictores has a deep perspective on how we can best serve the many types of clients who use Yardi software daily. “We earn trusted relationships with our clients by focusing on their needs. Our goal is always to establish a positive environment where Yardi employees can […]

06 / 23 / 16

Alzheimer’s Assoc.

For Mitchel Sloan, the effects of Alzheimer’s disease hits close to home. Currently the Vice President of Development and Communications with the Alzheimer’s Association California Central Chapter, Sloan began as a young man who watched his uncle battle vascular dementia. Rather than feeling defeated by the disease, Sloan felt empowered to help. He encouraged his […]

06 / 22 / 16

NAA 2016

The Yardi team traveled from all corners to attend the annual National Apartment Association (NAA) Education Conference and Exposition in San Francisco last week. More than 9,200 apartment industry professionals joined us for one of the biggest shows of the year. We participated in educational sessions, scoped out new trends, and had a blast meeting […]

06 / 21 / 16

Operational Efficiency

Lisa Kolb, Senior Systems Analyst at A.J. Dwoskin & Associates, Inc. and an independent technology consultant, witnessed the company’s transition from Jenark to Yardi in 2011. Yardi was the right choice for the company’s mixed portfolio, which includes residential, commercial and retail assets. Most recently, Yardi Orion Business Intelligence has improved A.J. Dwoskin’s operational efficiency. […]

06 / 20 / 16

Emerging Luxury

Christie’s International Real Estate Report lists Canada and Norway as the sites of the three fastest growing luxury markets.  The wealthiest home shoppers in the world are investing in these unexpected locales. For years, Hong Kong, London, and New York have led the world in luxury real estate. To qualify, these cities possess a robust […]

06 / 17 / 16

Similar Challenges

When it comes to new construction, students are finding themselves in a dilemma similar to renters twice their age. A shortage of affordable and middle-market properties has students and seniors struggling to pay for shelter. Senior Care In senior housing, Boomers face limited affordable and middle-income options for their aging loved ones or themselves. New […]

06 / 16 / 16

Vertical Forests

Traditional sustainable buildings capitalize on resource conservation and economic efficiency. With vertical forests or “treescrapers,” innovators in Europe and Asia are meeting sustainability standards while expanding upon the benefits of greenery for multifamily residents. In the Unites States, sustainable construction highlights efficient appliances, energy and water conservation. Exceptional properties include recycled materials, passive temperature control, […]

06 / 15 / 16

Green Senior Living

Demand for green retirement communities is on the rise, outstripping supply and inspiring new projects and renovations.

06 / 14 / 16

Community Gardens

As a gardener, I took personal interest in the community gardens popping up throughout the US. I expected to find plenty of resources on the practicality and returns on such projects. Unfortunately, I had no such luck. What I’ve found, though, may help you determine if a community garden is a worthwhile addition to your […]

Morrell Honored

A longtime Yardi executive was honored Thursday night as part of the 22nd annual South Coast Business & Technology Awards. Started in 1995 by local business and industry leaders, the awards honor individuals and companies who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to ensuring the economic vitality of the South Coast of Santa Barbara County. Gordon Morrell, […]

06 / 10 / 16

Orison

Institutions and regular citizens are transitioning from a fossil-fueled past to a cleaner energy future. The cost of installation for such systems has dropped considerably in recent years, making them more affordable for general use. Currently, one of the biggest wrinkles in this still young industry is storage. A study by EuPD Research shows that […]

06 / 10 / 16

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eLearning

If you are still conducting live training courses, you are missing out on the opportunity to save time, save money, and customize the learning experience for your employees. Why eLearning?  The 2014 State of the Industry report states that the real estate industry experienced a reduction in classroom training at 51%, down from 55 percent […]

06 / 09 / 16

Ports of Tomorrow

More than 95 percent of trade worldwide is moved via water. Though the share of maritime trade has not decreased in recent years, its sluggish growth has shipping lines competing for network efficiency. Current growth lingers between 2-3 percent, compared with 10-12 percent before 2008. Kim Fejfer, CEO of APM Terminals, explains, “The need for […]

06 / 08 / 16

What’s in a Name?

It’s important to think through all the possibilities before you name your community. You don’t want to turn off potential renters. Bart: He lied about his name!  Lisa: His name doesn’t matter, a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.   Bart: Not if you called him Stench Blossom.   Homer: Or Crap […]

06 / 07 / 16

Tech-Savvy Seniors

The increasing use of modern technology over the last several decades is being attributed to greater cognitive function amongst aging populations.

06 / 06 / 16