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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.
Hosting a Community Wine & Paint Event for Residents (& How to Do It Easily)
Hosting resident events at your property is an amazing way to keep residents excited about the community and boost the resident experience. Residents should feel more like members of the community and less like tenants, so we thought you could host a Wine and Paint event at your apartment building. We know this involves a lot of planning and time, so we gathered some details just for you in this blog post. Keep reading for more!
Curb Appeal: The Best Ways to Make Your Property Attractive
We understand as a property manager you can get very busy focusing on maintenance and amenities, which leaves the overall look of your property forgotten about. However, one of the top marketing strategies for property managers is upgrading your curb appeal. Here are a few details on curb appeal and the best ways to give your property a mini-makeover before posting your new listing.
How to Child-Proof Your Multifamily Building for Increased Safety
Whether you’re a parent or not, the most important thing is to keep children safe. It’s especially essential to prospects that have families, and to you as a property manager. It’s against the law to discriminate against families with children, so you must assume they’ll be living at your property at some point (if they’re not already). Either way, it’s crucial that you follow child-proofing methods to prevent an accident where you might be held accountable.
Why Good Photos are Important to Multifamily Marketing
Progressively more renters are apartment hunting online, so having high-quality photography is a major key to the success for your rental property marketing. The perfect photo will grab the attention of potential residents and visually present your property in a way that goes beyond words. This blog post will capture the significance of real estate photography while sharing tips for taking amazing photos that will entice prospective residents to look no further than your property.
The Best Way to Prevent Package Theft at Your Multifamily Property
Package theft is a universal concern for apartment residents. As a property manager, it’s your responsibility to implement an effective package management solution to avoid reports of theft and keep your residents’ packages safe. Continue reading to educate yourself on what you can do to fight package theft – we’ll walk you through the best package theft solutions for multifamily buildings.
How to Manage Food Deliveries Easily at Your Multifamily Property
The food delivery business has been booming since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. As a result, the convenience of having weekly groceries and restaurant food brought to their home has become a staple in the lives of renters and residents.
Feather for Your Residents
Our goal is to provide all the solutions and tools necessary for property managers to provide their residents with the ultimate living experience. That’s why ManageGo has launched a partnership with Feather for property managers to offer their residents a flexible, sustainable way of furnishing their space beautifully.
Why Social Media Marketing is Important for Property Managers (& How to Do It)
Let’s face it, property managers are busy with multiple responsibilities to juggle, so you might neglect the idea of putting time into social media like Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter — but you’re missing out on the chance to market your property and find new residents through a highly powerful and cost-effective tool.
The Top 5 Work From Home Amenities For Residents
A majority of businesses and organizations give their employees the option to work from home. Now many people can work from anywhere, so as their property manager, it’s your responsibility to accommodate their needs. Remote work is here to stay, so not making the necessary changes or adjustments might cause you to lose residents, both existing and potential. By reading this post, you’ll be able to reevaluate your property and ask yourself, “Does my rental property need an upgrade?
The Best Way to Protect Your Property with Garage Security Systems
You want your residents and their assets to be protected, right? Are you, as a property manager, taking steps to provide that protection in your garage areas? If not, it’s okay! Read this post to educate yourself on the basics of garage security systems and learn why your rental property needs one. By the time you finish reading, you’ll have plenty of information to get you started!
The Best Way to Handle Noise Complaints at Your Multifamily Property
Noise complaints are common property manager issues that you probably have to deal with sometimes, but that doesn’t mean they’re easy to handle. Excessive commotion and noise within your building can be very disruptive to your residents, who have the right to live in peace and quiet at reasonable times. Additionally, if your lease agreement contains a clause regarding noise, then it could be a breach of contract.
The Top 4 Pet Amenities for Dog-Friendly Apartments
Being a pet owner is a huge responsibility, and living in an apartment building can make things more difficult. Usually, dog owners look for amenities that will accommodate them and their pup. This guide will walk you through the top pet amenities for dog-friendly apartments. Let’s get started!
Renters Insurance 101: 4 Things Every Renter Needs to Know
A majority of your residents don’t have renters insurance because they don’t see the necessity. They feel like they don’t own anything that is worth a lot of money, so they opt out of paying renters insurance monthly to protect their “cheap” furniture and other items. Even if your residents don’t own anything that’s worth much, if they add up the cost of everything they own — clothing, television, furniture, and so much more — it really adds up.
Carpet vs. Vinyl: Which is Better for a Multifamily Property?
What’s on your floors: carpet or vinyl? And which is better? The answer isn’t as easy as you might think, even as carpet has seemed to decline in popularity. Both options have their advantages and disadvantages, and either might be better for you and your properties. If you’re installing or replacing flooring, it’s up to you to decide which way to go — and we’re here to help you do it! Check out our list of factors to consider when making your decision.
Whose Job Is It? Providing A/C for Renters at Multifamily Properties
Air conditioning is often a point of contention between renters and property managers, and with the hottest months of the year nearly here, we’re heading into prime time for A/C-related disagreements to arise. So what rights and responsibilities do renters have when it comes to air conditioning? Do property managers have responsibilities here? Here’s our quick guide to how to handle the air conditioning issue:
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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