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Insights for Smarter Property Management
Stay up to date with property management trends, technology, resident experience strategies, and the latest from ManageGo.
Year-End Financial Strategies for Property Owners: Navigating Tax Season with Ease
Whether you are a homeowner, a real estate investor, or a property manager, you must have a clear and effective financial plan to optimize your income, expenses, and taxes. Read on for some of the best year-end financial strategies for property owners or managers and how you can easily use them to navigate the complex tax season.
Top 5 Ways to Harness AI to Enhance Property Management
It might just be the talk of the century: artificial intelligence. In this article we invite property managers to consider how it could just be your new best friend. But what exactly is artificial intelligence, and how can you leverage AI to enhance property management?
Last-Minute Holiday Celebrations Guaranteed to Bring Cheer to Your Multifamily Property
Fa – la – la – la – wait. It’s December already? Time flies when you’re managing multifamily properties! If you’re finding yourself in a pinch to delivery holiday celebrations, we got you. Check out our top 6 last-minute events guaranteed to liven up your multifamily properties!
Top 6 Benefits of IoT for Property Managers in 2023
As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to grow in popularity, it only makes sense for property managers to embrace it with open arms. Read on to discover how exactly this technology works and the benefits it brings to property managers in 2023!
ManageGo Books Is Better Than Ever (Plus More Software Upgrades!)
As the days cool and autumn rolls in, here’s everything new you’ll enjoy when using ManageGo. From updates to the resident experience to new features in Books, read on for the most recent enhancements to our software.
Houston, We Have a Package Problem (PropTea Podcast Ep. #7)
From real-world delivery statistics to insights on the true cost of missing packages, check out this month’s podcast highlights to learn how to enhance your delivery management – the modern way.
How to Engage Your Residents with Events From Start to Finish (PropTea Podcast Ep. #6)
In the latest installment of the PropTea Podcast, we shared the key to successful classes & events at a multifamily property. Read on for our top highlights from the episode!
Creating a Seamless Resident Experience: Best Practices for Property Managers
Are you eager to level-up the resident experience you offer as a property manager? Read on to discover our top eight strategies you can employ to create an effortless resident experience.
Behind the Books: Property Management Accounting is Easier Than You Think (Proptea Podcast Ep. #5)
The PropTea Podcast is back, and we’re diving head first – behind the books! In this exciting new episode, our host Erica breaks down everything you need to know about property management accounting.
Top 4 Ways to Prevent Damage at Your Multifamily Rental Property
Owning and operating a rental property comes with inherent risks – like property damage – that you’ll have to accept are a possibility. But, that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to curb how much damage you’ll encounter. Here are our top 4 ways to prevent damage at your multifamily property!
Non-Renewal Notice: Your Next Steps as a Property Manager
So, one of your best residents emailed you to let you know they won’t be renewing their lease. Here’s our step-by-step guide to saying goodbye and preparing for the next hello at your rental property!
Are Your Apartment Amenities Free? Why Some Charge Fees
Amenities add significant value to multifamily properties and often justify higher rent costs or extra fees. But what are amenity fees, which amenities warrant extra charges, should you even charge them, and if so, how? Read on to find out!
Introducing a Better Way to Manage Packages (& More Software Updates!)
Summer is right around the corner, and there’s more to look forward to than just pool season and barbeques! We’ve been working hard to improve the ManageGo experience, so you can spend more time enjoying the nice weather, and less time worrying about complications at your property. Check out some of the recent updates we’ve made to our software.
The Smart Building Trend and Its Impact on Property Management
Smart buildings are gaining popularity and revolutionizing the property management industry for good. Here’s everything you need to know.
The Rise of Sustainability in Property Management (& How to Embrace It)
Discover the benefits of embracing sustainability in property management by keeping up with resident demands to create and promote a healthier living environment.
Don’t Let Just Anyone In: How to Successfully Manage Guest Access
With so many different people coming in and out of your buildings, it’s imperative to have systems in place to manage the flow of property guests. In this blog we’ll take you through how to manage guest access successfully, from understanding why controlling it is important to making your guest policies clear and how best to manage the circulation of visitors.
How Technology Can Improve Your Maintenance Experience (PropTea Podcast Ep. #1)
Crafted to give you the ultimate lowdown on all the latest trends happening now in the real estate industry, the PropTea Podcast shares valuable tips on becoming a better property manager, owner, and board member. Covering everything from industry leader advice to wellness tips for better work/life balance, it’s your new source for all things property management tea! On our first episode, we spoke with ManageGo’s very own VP of Growth, Larry Bazykin, on how technology can improve your maintenance experience.
5 Reasons You Should Never Collect Rent Payments Through Venmo
Whatever you do, promise us you won’t use apps like Venmo to collect rent payments at your properties. In the long run, they’ll cost you time and money–and you have a better alternative in property management software. Read on for the top 5 reasons why you should never collect rent payments through platforms like Venmo, Zelle, and PayPal.
Enhance Vendor Relationships in 3 Easy Steps
The relationships you foster with your vendors have a rippling effect throughout your business and affect more than just the work they do. At the end of the day, you are responsible for the maintenance and repairs requested by your residents, so they will blame you when contractors don’t do their job or produce lazy work. In this blog post, we’ll examine how you can enhance your vendor relationships in just three easy steps and avoid sloppy maintenance and frustrated residents at your properties.
How to Navigate Inflation as a Property Manager
It’s no secret by now that we’re in a period of high inflation, and if you’ve found yourself here, you’re probably wondering how to navigate this changing economic landscape. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Consumer Price Index, a key inflation metric, increased by 8.2% from September of last year–a historically high rate. So what does this mean for the real estate industry, and what can you do to adapt?
The Pandemic Changed Property Management Forever (What You Need to Know)
The pandemic has been a life-altering event for much of the world, and we’re finally starting to return to a sense of normalcy. But while the worst of it is in the past, we need to acknowledge the effects it’s had on the real estate industry, and how property management as we once knew it has changed. The bright side is that many of these changes are key to progress, so by adapting your management to cater to these new times, your multifamily property will get the push it needs into the future. Here are the top ways the pandemic has changed property management forever.
Are You Ready for The Holidays? How to Prepare as a Property Manager
The holiday season is quickly approaching, and we want to know: are you ready? Trust us, we know how busy these coming months get–but don’t fret, we’re here to make sure it goes smoothly at your property. In today’s article, we’ll be discussing the three things you can do today as a property manager to prepare for the season ahead.
5 Vital Questions to Ask Your Rental Applicants
Finding the best residents for your properties is essential to running a successful multifamily building. You want to know that you can trust your residents and that they’re a good fit for your units. By conducting a thorough screening process, you’ll be sure you’re always choosing the right residents–and avoiding the liabilities you could amass over a lazy pick. Here are the 5 questions we think are vital to ask your applicants before renting to them.
3 Ways to Increase Amenity Usage at Your Multifamily Property
From pools and spas to fitness centers and outdoor spaces, amenities are a huge selling point to new renters shopping for their next home. So why do so many of them sit unused, collecting cobwebs and running your bank account? Increasing the amenity usage at your properties comes down to two things: making them appealing and making them simple to use. Here are three ways to accomplish this:
3 Ways to Make Your Multifamily Property More Accessible
Looking out for the needs of your residents is one of the most important things you can do as a property manager–but you already know that. One detail that often gets overlooked, however, is accessibility. Let’s look into why it’s not only important but a win-win for everyone to upgrade your rental properties to be more accessible.
Generation Z: How to Appeal to a New Generation as a Property Manager
A new generation of renters has officially emerged as the eldest of Gen Z turn 25 this year. It’s okay to admit that as a property manager, you may be a little out of touch with this generation. So how can you adapt your properties to appeal to this new generation of renters?
Apartment Life Sucks (And Why It Doesn’t Have To)
Sometimes, apartment life sucks. You know its advantages–think awesome amenities, lifestyle flexibility, and affordability–but there are no doubt drawbacks that leave residents frustrated. Understanding what might cause their dissatisfaction is key to retaining them, which is important to keep your units filled and cash flow stable. So what are the most common frustrations, and how can you minimize them as a property manager?
Subleasing: What Is It and Is It Right for My Multifamily Property?
Subleasing is a hot topic in today’s rental market, and you may be wondering whether it’s the right move for your multifamily property. We’ll guide you through what a sublease is, its advantages and disadvantages, and help you decide whether or not it makes sense for your property.
The Value of Resident Retention and How to Achieve It Easily
Attracting prospective renters is no doubt an important task for a property manager, but what are you doing to keep the ones you already have? Here are three reasons why resident retention is essential to your success, and the best ways you can achieve higher retention rates at your properties.
3 Reasons You Need to Offer Automatic Payments to Your Residents
As a property manager, collecting rent at the beginning of each month is the bread and butter of your business. As a crucial task, and one that’s often much easier said than done, it’s essential to do everything in your power to make paying rent as easy and mindless as possible. Read on to discover the top 3 reasons you need to be offering automatic payments to your residents today.
Data-Driven Decision Making: The Power of Analytics in Property Management
Are you ready to learn how to unlock the power of analytics in property management? Learn everything you need to know in this article.
The History of New York’s Chaotic May 1st Moving Day
Moving is already one of the most stressful events in people’s live, but imagine doing it one the same day as everyone else in your city. Well, this used to be the case for New Yorkers. Read on for the history of Moving Day and a look at how far we’ve come since.
How to Handle Hostile Renters At Your Multifamily Property
Hostile renters’ behavior isn’t eviction worthy, but it isn’t exactly sunshine and rainbows when they’re around either. But why are some renters so hostile, why should you care, and what can you do to get them on your side? Read on to find out!
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Rent Price Negotiation: How to Do It (For Residents and Property Managers)
Is the price of rent negotiable? Believe it or not, yes! So how should you go about it as a resident? And how exactly should property managers handle renters eager to negotiate? Dive in to find out!
Does Your Multifamily Building Need a Community Message Board?
Community message boards: the most underrated, rewarding feature a property manager could offer. But what is it, what are the benefits, and should you be taking advantage of one at your properties? Read on to find out!
How to Cater to the Top 5 Resident Priorities In 2024
As renters’ needs shift, so do their priorities when apartment hunting. Read on for the top 5 resident priorities in 2024 and expert advice on how to cater to them at your multifamily properties!
How to Navigate Rental Applications to Secure the Best Residents
Thoroughly vetting applicants is a crucial part of running a successful rental property. Not only does it guarantee your renters are qualified, when done right, it has the power to help you secure the best-fitting residents for your property. So how can you better navigate rental applications to ensure optimal outcomes? Read on for our step-by-step guide.
How to Handle Emotional Support and Service Animals at Your Rental Property
From crafting pet policies for your lease agreements to making accommodations based on local and federal laws, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to welcoming pets at your rentals. Read on to discover everything you need to know about accepting emotional support and service animals at your multifamily property.
How to Navigate the Winter Lease Landscape: Top Tips for Property Managers
Winter can be a harsh season, depending on where you are in the world. As a property manager, it’s up to you to ensure that your properties are ready for the winter. With that in mind, let’s review some top tips for navigating the winter lease landscape as a property manager.
Last-Minute Holiday Celebrations Guaranteed to Bring Cheer to Your Multifamily Property
Fa – la – la – la – wait. It’s December already? Time flies when you’re managing multifamily properties! If you’re finding yourself in a pinch to delivery holiday celebrations, we got you. Check out our top 6 last-minute events guaranteed to liven up your multifamily properties!
Houston, We Have a Package Problem (PropTea Podcast Ep. #7)
From real-world delivery statistics to insights on the true cost of missing packages, check out this month’s podcast highlights to learn how to enhance your delivery management – the modern way.
How to Engage Your Residents with Events From Start to Finish (PropTea Podcast Ep. #6)
In the latest installment of the PropTea Podcast, we shared the key to successful classes & events at a multifamily property. Read on for our top highlights from the episode!
Creating a Seamless Resident Experience: Best Practices for Property Managers
Are you eager to level-up the resident experience you offer as a property manager? Read on to discover our top eight strategies you can employ to create an effortless resident experience.
The Rise of Sustainability in Property Management (& How to Embrace It)
Discover the benefits of embracing sustainability in property management by keeping up with resident demands to create and promote a healthier living environment.
A Property Manager’s Guide to Successful Email Marketing (Plus 5 Email Ideas)
Whether you want to entice prospective renters to sign a lease or you’re looking to nurture the community you’ve built of current residents, email marketing is a key tool to advertise your property. But why is it so important, and where do you even start? Read on for our guide to successful email marketing, plus 5 email ideas!
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Shopping for Property Management Software? 4 Features Not to Compromise On
Whether you’re leveraging software for the very first time or upgrading from an outdated system, the sheer number of property management software options can be overwhelming. Consider these four features to make your decision a little easier!
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3 Keys to Sourcing Reliable Maintenance Vendors for Your Properties
Securing reliable maintenance professionals is an ongoing challenge for property managers. Read on for our three keys to sourcing reliable maintenance vendors for your properties!
ManageGo Books Is Better Than Ever (Plus More Software Upgrades!)
As the days cool and autumn rolls in, here’s everything new you’ll enjoy when using ManageGo. From updates to the resident experience to new features in Books, read on for the most recent enhancements to our software.
Behind the Books: Property Management Accounting is Easier Than You Think (Proptea Podcast Ep. #5)
The PropTea Podcast is back, and we’re diving head first – behind the books! In this exciting new episode, our host Erica breaks down everything you need to know about property management accounting.
Introducing a Better Way to Manage Packages (& More Software Updates!)
Summer is right around the corner, and there’s more to look forward to than just pool season and barbeques! We’ve been working hard to improve the ManageGo experience, so you can spend more time enjoying the nice weather, and less time worrying about complications at your property. Check out some of the recent updates we’ve made to our software.
Desperate for More On-Time Rent Payments? You’ll Love Our Latest Software Updates
Spring is on the way and with it, we’re bringing new updates to our software! Check out what’s new in ManageGo this month, from updates to your portal to a new way for residents to pay.
4 Common Accounting Mistakes to Avoid in Property Management
Quality accounting is essential to successful property management, so it’s best you start reading up if you haven’t already. Whether you’re new to property management or just need a quick refresher on accounting best practices, here are 4 common accounting mistakes you should know about (and how to avoid them).
Streamline Tasks & Improve Efficiency With Our Brand New Accounting Software
Accounting is one of the most essential aspects of any business, and an all-in-one property management software wouldn’t be complete without it – so that’s why we’re launching our own solution! Check out today’s blog for a quick rundown of what you can expect from our newest launch…
What’s New at ManageGo This Quarter? Check Out Our Latest Software Updates
Let us guess, you’ve been wondering what’s new at ManageGo, haven’t you? Well good news for you, we’ve got answers! Quarter 3 came with some exciting new updates and improvements to our software; read on to find out what’s new.
What You Missed: October Software Enhancements at ManageGo
Fall has come and gone, and we want to make sure you haven’t missed what’s new here at ManageGo! From new and improved features to bug fixes, we introduced some new software updates in October and wanted to catch you up.
3 Reasons You Need to Offer Automatic Payments to Your Residents
As a property manager, collecting rent at the beginning of each month is the bread and butter of your business. As a crucial task, and one that’s often much easier said than done, it’s essential to do everything in your power to make paying rent as easy and mindless as possible. Read on to discover the top 3 reasons you need to be offering automatic payments to your residents today.
Exclusive Partnerships for ManageGo Users You Won’t Want to Miss
At ManageGo, our top priority is providing the very best solutions to property managers and their residents. We believe that the best way to do that is by seeking innovative and exciting ideas that make property management easier, in addition to providing residents with the ultimate experience. It’s what we’ve always done, and we’re not slowing down now! Whether it’s new solutions like Leasing (which we just released this year) and Accounting (coming soon!) or exciting new partnerships, we’re always working on what’s next.
ManageGo Enhancements You May Have Missed in Our Software This Quarter
We’re well into spring now, and summer will be here soon! While that’s one exciting thing on the horizon, we’ve got a few exciting things that are already here.
How to Set Rental Application Fees as a Property Manager Easily
If you manage rental properties, you’re almost certainly familiar with application fees already. Still, it’s important to talk about them, since they’re an important part of the application process and, consequently, of your business. Here are a few tips to help you make sure you’re getting the most out of your rental application fees.
The Easiest Way to Collect Rent Without Worries of Late Payments
Every property manager wants to make sure that all of their residents are able to make their payments — after all, that’s how they make their money! Online payments are easiest for you, but not for all of your residents. Some people simply aren’t comfortable with technology and won’t want to pay online. So what can you do? Here are 3 great potential payment methods that don’t require any computer use by your residents.
ManageGo Begins 2024 With Multiple Recognitions from Gartner Digital Markets
ManageGo kick starts 2024 with huge success and accolades from the Gartner Digital Markets brands – Capterra and GetApp. Our product was recognized in various flagship reports released in January. Check out our recognitions!
ManageGo Books Is Better Than Ever (Plus More Software Upgrades!)
As the days cool and autumn rolls in, here’s everything new you’ll enjoy when using ManageGo. From updates to the resident experience to new features in Books, read on for the most recent enhancements to our software.
Introducing a Better Way to Manage Packages (& More Software Updates!)
Summer is right around the corner, and there’s more to look forward to than just pool season and barbeques! We’ve been working hard to improve the ManageGo experience, so you can spend more time enjoying the nice weather, and less time worrying about complications at your property. Check out some of the recent updates we’ve made to our software.
Desperate for More On-Time Rent Payments? You’ll Love Our Latest Software Updates
Spring is on the way and with it, we’re bringing new updates to our software! Check out what’s new in ManageGo this month, from updates to your portal to a new way for residents to pay.
Streamline Tasks & Improve Efficiency With Our Brand New Accounting Software
Accounting is one of the most essential aspects of any business, and an all-in-one property management software wouldn’t be complete without it – so that’s why we’re launching our own solution! Check out today’s blog for a quick rundown of what you can expect from our newest launch…
December Software Upgrades in ManageGo You Can’t Miss in the New Year
Santa’s elves weren’t the only ones hard at work this December! From new features to improvements to our interface, the team here at ManageGo made some last-minute enhancements to your ManageGo user experience. Check out what’s new before we jump into the New Year.
Exclusive Partnerships for ManageGo Users You Won’t Want to Miss
At ManageGo, our top priority is providing the very best solutions to property managers and their residents. We believe that the best way to do that is by seeking innovative and exciting ideas that make property management easier, in addition to providing residents with the ultimate experience. It’s what we’ve always done, and we’re not slowing down now! Whether it’s new solutions like Leasing (which we just released this year) and Accounting (coming soon!) or exciting new partnerships, we’re always working on what’s next.
ManageGo Enhancements You May Have Missed in Our Software This Quarter
We’re well into spring now, and summer will be here soon! While that’s one exciting thing on the horizon, we’ve got a few exciting things that are already here.
Fridge No More x ManageGo Partnership
At ManageGo, we are always looking to enhance the experience for our clients and their residents. We are excited to announce our most recent partnership with Fridge No More. Residents in the New York City area will now be able to access local and fresh groceries delivered to their home in 15 minutes or less!
New Year, New Updates: What We Improved in January
2022 is off to an amazing start here at ManageGo! In January we re-leased our leasing solution, which takes us one step closer to truly being the #1 all-in-one software solution for property management. We also made some important updates to our resident app.
It’s Time To Go Pro: Save Money with Our New PurchasePro Partnership!
ManageGo is excited to announce our partnership with PurchasePro. PurchasePro has teamed up with us to bring you an easier, more cost effective way to purchase supplies for your properties!
Atlanta and Los Angeles Welcome ManageGo as They Expand Into New Cities
After more than 7 years of success and growth in the New York City market, ManageGo proudly serves a wide portfolio of property managers in one of the most demanding real estate markets in the world. Moving forward, we are excited to bring our resident management platform to the rest of the country, starting with Atlanta and Los Angeles.
Our Latest Mobile Applications Are Live! Find Out Why We Love Them
Say hello to the new ManageGo app! We’re introducing a completely new look to improve your online rent payments experience.
Managing properties shouldn’t feel complicated. From collecting rent and tracking maintenance requests to communicating with tenants and keeping your finances organized, there’s a lot to stay on top of every day. It brings everything together in one simple, powerful platform, helping property managers save time, stay organized, and deliver a better experience for their tenants.
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