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Google Home

The latest Google I/O Developer Conference introduced Google Home, a compact Wi-Fi-connected speaker that’ll allow you to talk to your house and the internet. Virtual assistants powered by artificial intelligence are no longer a new thing, in fact, the niche has become the new battleground for consumer technology. Apple’s Siri, Microsoft’s Cortana and Amazon’s Echo […]

06 / 03 / 16

YASC DC 2016

Ever wondered why Yardi clients flock to the company’s two major user conferences each year? There are the obvious reasons, like the specialized courses on product features, the chance to network with other clients, and who doesn’t like to get out of the office for a few days? But a closer look at today’s YASC […]

06 / 02 / 16

YASC DC 2016

In a speech focused on goals and giving back, Yardi CEO and founder Anant Yardi addressed the 1300 attendees of the 2016 Spring Yardi Advanced Solutions Conference in Washington, DC on Wednesday morning. Speaking to the clients across a variety of real estate verticals, Mr. Yardi talked about the company’s focus for the future: app-based […]

06 / 01 / 16

Snapchat Scoop

It’s possible you’re not using Snapchat yet for your apartment marketing. Or at all. And, I don’t blame you on that one. It’s hard enough monitoring your community Facebook page. And Twitter account. And maybe you even set up an Instagram account. What about Pinterest? Phew. That’s a lot of social media! Why incorporate another […]

06 / 01 / 16

Summer Fun

Do you want to win the property manager of the year award? We’ve got a list of summer camps for military youth that can make you a local hero. Once school is out, your military housing community will be flooded with bored kids and exhausted parents. By distributing this list of camps and workshops for […]

05 / 31 / 16

No AC, Just DC

By eliminating the need to convert DC electricity to AC voltage for commercial and residential use, a new generation of Microgrids is set to upend the traditional energy infrastructure. While Edison beat Tesla in the first go-around, the latest battle of the voltage could have an entirely different outcome. Alternative power sources and smart fixtures […]

05 / 31 / 16

Robert Teel

Many commercial property managers seek to abbreviate the leasing process, expedite reporting, and improve overall efficiency and accuracy. Unfortunately, it is a struggle to compile and interpret data from multiple software programs within their organizations. Robert Teel, Senior VP G&A at Yardi, and his team are redefining the way that user groups interact through software. […]

05 / 30 / 16

Instant Housing Crisis

On May 1, 2016, a fast-moving wildfire began near Fort McMurray in northeast Alberta, Canada. The fire forced the largest evacuation in Alberta’s history and destroyed more than 2,000 homes, while 90,000 people fled the flames. Evacuees headed south in a scene reminiscent of an apocalypse movie. They made it away safely, but waiting at […]

05 / 28 / 16

Kevin Yardi: Yardi leadership

Kevin kindly shared his insight about the real estate technology industry and Yardi’s role.

05 / 27 / 16

Neighborhood Match

With so many options to choose from, it can be hard for renters to know when they have found the perfect neighborhood to call home. A new portal makes relocation a bit easier by combining ILS, reviews, and neighborhood matching services. Place I Live Portal offers neighborhood matching for those seeking rentals or home ownership […]

05 / 27 / 16

HP Spectre

A laptop doesn’t have to be bulky to be powerful. It doesn’t have to be ugly for that matter, either. Slowly more attention is invested in the appearance of the devices in our life. Apple’s inclination towards attractive designs has proved to be a win and an example to follow. So things are changing. HP […]

05 / 26 / 16

Workspace Reimagined

As part of their effort to change the typical office space, the founders of WeWork are using a property management hybrid that owes more to start-ups than real estate agencies.

05 / 25 / 16

Renewable City

As part of its Climate Action Plan, the city of San Diego plans to cut greenhouse gas emissions and shift to 100% renewable energy sources by 2035.

05 / 20 / 16

Affordable Refi

Low vacancies and high rents have positioned the market in your favor. Since the fourth quarter of 2009, apartment values have increased by more than 120 percent. If you are stuck in recession-time financing, make these market improvements work for you by refinancing your affordable property. As a result of revised terms, affordable, B-, and […]

05 / 19 / 16

Tiny, Tiny House

Economic crises and housing shortages have inspired many architects and engineers. Their desire to solve modern housing dilemmas has resulted in several affordable, efficient, and accessible units that change the way that we see multifamily housing. Below are two recent example of space-savvy and cost-effective housing. They could promote big changes in the multifamily marketplace. […]

05 / 19 / 16