Sophie Swords

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As Yardi’s senior marketing writer for international content, Sophie draws on her journalism and copywriting experience to transform complex real estate and technology topics into accessible, on brand narratives that connect with global audiences.

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Elevating the Resident Experience: Insights from the UK’s Top BTR Schemes 

The Build to Rent (BTR) sector in the UK continues to thrive, in no small part due to its reputation for delivering exceptional resident experiences. The hereSAY BTR mystery shopping benchmark report 2025 provides valuable insights into how leading BTR schemes are achieving operational excellence and resident satisfaction. Notably, six of the ten benchmark schemes from the report have leveraged Yardi’s BTR suite of solutions to underpin their success.

03 / 21 / 25

MIPIM 2025: Digitisation in Real Estate - Dennis Kasch from Yardi

MIPIM 2025: Digitisation in Real Estate

This month at MIPIM, HI HEUTE editor-in-chief Thorsten Müller spoke to Dennis Kasch, regional manager for Yardi, about the latest developments in digitisation, real estate and Yardi.

Yardi product updates

Yardi Europe Product Updates Q1 – Property, Asset and Investment Management 

Discover the latest product updates from the Yardi team for Q1 2025!

Yardi RISE Celebrates International Women’s Day

Yardi RISE Celebrates International Women’s Day 

Last week, we gathered for a special Yardi RISE for International Women’s Day. Yardi RISE is an internal initiative that celebrates the women at Yardi and Recognises, Inspires, Showcases and Empowers.  The attendees took part in a quiz that highlighted inspirational women such as Rosa Parks, Reshma Saujani, and Jane Austen. International Women’s Day  International […]

03 / 10 / 25

How Digitisation Helped FRIS Investment Care Reduce Processing Time & Improve Satisfaction

How Digitisation Helped FRIS Investment Care Reduce Processing Time & Improve Satisfaction

Yardi sat down with FRIS Investment Care to see how the company utilised solutions from Yardi’s cloud-based Commercial Suite to automate management processes, streamline communication, eliminate errors and improve insights while removing disparate systems. Download Case Study About FRIS Established in 1923, FRIS Investment Care (FRIS) has grown to become one of the largest independent […]

How Othrys Centralised Management of its Commercial Portfolio & Saved 70% of Time with Yardi

How Othrys Centralised Management of its Commercial Portfolio & Saved 70% of Time with Yardi

Yardi sat down with Othrys to see how Yardi Voyager has helped the company manage its portfolio of shopping malls, retail parks, offices and logistics warehouses in France with a single platform. About Othrys “Rooted in a strong entrepreneurial culture, our ambition is to combine the financial performance of our real estate investments and a […]

Leveraging Asset Management Technology to Stay Ahead in 2025

Leveraging Asset Management Technology to Stay Ahead in 2025 

Technology adoption has surged as the real estate industry faces increasing customer expectations, massive data growth and the need for efficiency. Digital tools like cloud computing, IoT devices and predictive analytics have become indispensable as they have evolved how asset managers approach their work. By adopting innovative solutions, organisations can meet today’s challenges and position […]

02 / 14 / 25

How Debt Management Platforms Can Help Borrowers Mitigate CRE Debt Risks

How Debt Management Platforms Can Help Borrowers Mitigate CRE Debt Risks

Debt is a strategic tool for real estate professionals aiming to expand or diversify their portfolios without overburdening capital reserves. Managing CRE debt comes with various challenges and obligations, such as meeting lender covenants, adhering to critical deadlines, and tracking loan amortisation schedules. Consistently staying on top of these requirements is essential for minimising debt […]

Renters' Rights Bill

The Renters’ Rights Bill: How will it impact the BTR Sector 

The Renters’ Rights Bill, set to become law in the summer of 2025, is poised to bring significant changes to the UK’s private rented sector. As the Build to Rent (BTR) industry continues to grow and attract investors, it’s crucial to understand how these new regulations will impact this sector. Let’s explore the key aspects […]

02 / 03 / 25

Renslade House Student Accommodation, Exeter, Devon, England

How the Renters’ Reform Bill Will Impact PBSA  

The Renters’ Reform Bill, set to reshape the UK’s rental landscape, is poised to have significant implications for Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) properties. While the bill aims to enhance renters’ rights across the board, PBSA appears to be in a unique position. What Does the Renters Reform Bill Mean?  Eviction Notices  Under current regulation […]

The Emergence of Gen Alpha & the Evolving Need for Technology

Gen Alpha and Technology: Shaping the Future of PBSA

Yardi’s Account Executive, Chloe Sachikonye, joined industry experts at Property Week’s Student Accommodation Conference 2024. Held in London, the panel explored the topic of Generation Alpha and their evolving technological needs in PBSA. Gemma Le Marquer from Empiric Student Property moderated the panel, which included Fred Lerche-Lerchenborg from Lavanda and Sam Scott from Fresh. Understanding […]

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - Insights from Yardi RISE

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Highlights from Yardi RISE November

Yardi RISE, an internal initiative aimed at empowering women in the real estate sector, returned for its November event in Milton Keynes – hosting an inspiring session focused on women’s health and well-being, with themes that resonate deeply across personal and professional spheres. Guest speaker Nicky Double, Risk Management Transformation Lead for EMEA at a […]

12 / 17 / 24

How Can Tech and Data Help to Rev Up the Retail Sector’s Revival?

Leading industry voices came together for a roundtable discussion hosted by BE News and sponsored by Yardi to debate the role data and technology could play in helping sustain growth in the retail sector. INDUSTRY GUESTS: Mike Cook, director, UK and Ireland, Yardi Michael Fitsum, director, head of operations, M&G Real Estate Denz Ibrahim, head […]

11 / 27 / 24

How Can Tech and Data Help to Rev Up The Retail Sector's Revival?

How Can Tech and Data Help to Rev Up the Retail Sector’s Revival?

Leading industry voices came together for a roundtable discussion hosted by BE News and sponsored by Yardi to debate the role data and technology could play in helping sustain growth in the retail sector. INDUSTRY GUESTS: Mike Cook, director, UK and Ireland, Yardi Michael Fitsum, director, head of operations, M&G Real Estate Denz Ibrahim, head […]

11 / 27 / 24

Maximising Investment Management with Real Estate Technology

Maximising Investment Management with Real Estate Technology

In today’s fast-paced real estate investment landscape, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success. In our ebook, we explore how leveraging cutting-edge technology can revolutionise investment management practices, providing a competitive edge in an ever-evolving market. The Challenges of Modern Investment Management Investment managers face numerous hurdles in their day-to-day operations: Data Fragmentation: […]