3 Mobile Musts

Property managers are busy people. It seems like there is always more to do! Paperwork and desktop data entry can really slow you down, especially when you need to be onsite. No one can be in two places at once. Fortunately, today’s technology is making it easier to work more effectively from anywhere. Mobile tools empower property managers with a streamlined, convenient, and modern way to do business. Mobile leasing, mobile payments, and mobile maintenance are three innovative solutions currently available to small to mid-size residential property managers using Yardi Genesis2 that will help you get more done in less time. Mobile Leasing Mobile leasing is a must in today’s marketplace. In fact, the recent NMHC/Kingsley 2015 Renter Preferences Study that polled nearly 120,000 residents revealed that 85% of renters prefer to apply online. Not only is it more convenient for them, it also saves you time and increases your opportunity to convert more leads into leases. When a potential renter is ready to begin the leasing process, your mobile-friendly website should be ready to turn prospects into residents with step-by-step online leasing. Mobile leasing solutions let website visitors view real-time pricing, see unit availability, and complete online applications right on your property websites from any device. Applicants can fill out and submit all required forms online day or night to complete the leasing process. This means you can now fill your vacancies around the clock without being limited by your office hours. With mobile leasing capabilities, you never have to worry about the time-consuming process of scheduling appointments and manually processing applications. Applicants just check out your site, apply online, and move on to the next, more exciting step of being a renter. Mobile Payments Paying rent online is a convenience that many...