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Data-Driven Decision Making: The Power of Analytics in Property Management

March 26, 2024

Are you ready to learn how to unlock the power of analytics in property management? Learn everything you need to know in this article.

Property Management
Resident Experience

The History of New York’s Chaotic May 1st Moving Day

March 12, 2024

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.

Property Management
Resident Experience

How to Handle Hostile Renters At Your Multifamily Property

March 5, 2024

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!

Property Management
Resident Experience

Rent Price Negotiation: How to Do It (For Residents and Property Managers)

March 5, 2024

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!

Property Management
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ManageGo Begins 2024 With Multiple Recognitions from Gartner Digital Markets

February 28, 2024

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!

Property Management

Innovative Horizons: 6 Pioneering Advances Shaping Property Management in 2024

February 27, 2024

What will property management look like in 2024? Here are six tech trends shaping property management and helping you to work smarter, not harder.

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Shopping for Property Management Software? 4 Features Not to Compromise On

February 21, 2024

Whether you’re leveraging software for the very first time or upgrading from an outdated system, the sheer number of property management software options can be overwhelming.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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Resident Experience

Does Your Multifamily Building Need a Community Message Board?

February 13, 2024

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!

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Resident Experience

How to Cater to the Top 5 Resident Priorities In 2024

February 6, 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!

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3 Keys to Sourcing Reliable Maintenance Vendors for Your Properties

January 31, 2024

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!

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How to Navigate Rental Applications to Secure the Best Residents

January 24, 2024

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.

Property Management

3 Essential Tools You’re Missing Out On In Your Property Management Software

January 17, 2024

With an all-in-one software solution that covers a huge array of bases in property management daily tasks, it’s more than likely you’re not using the technology in your hands to its fullest potential. Lucky for you, this article will highlight three essential tools you may be missing out on in your property management software. Let’s dive in!

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How to Handle Emotional Support and Service Animals at Your Rental Property

January 10, 2024

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.

Property Management

5 Winter Maintenance Tasks Not To Miss At Your Multifamily Property

January 3, 2024

Winter has officially settled in across the U.S., bringing with it colder temperatures, promises of winter wonderlands, and potentially hazardous conditions for multifamily properties. With this in mind, it’s time to prioritize winter maintenance before it’s too late and you’re stuck paying the price later. Here are our top 5 winter maintenance tasks not to miss at your multifamily property!

Resident Experience

How to Navigate the Winter Lease Landscape: Top Tips for Property Managers

December 20, 2023

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.

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Don’t Let Just Anyone In: How to Successfully Manage Guest Access

December 1, 2022

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.

Property Management

How Technology Can Improve Your Maintenance Experience (PropTea Podcast Ep. #1)

December 1, 2022

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.

Property Management

5 Reasons You Should Never Collect Rent Payments Through Venmo

December 1, 2022

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.

Property Management

Enhance Vendor Relationships in 3 Easy Steps

November 1, 2022

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.

Property Management

How to Navigate Inflation as a Property Manager

November 1, 2022

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?

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The Pandemic Changed Property Management Forever (What You Need to Know)

November 1, 2022

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.

Property Management

Are You Ready for The Holidays? How to Prepare as a Property Manager

November 1, 2022

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.

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5 Vital Questions to Ask Your Rental Applicants

November 1, 2022

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.

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3 Ways to Increase Amenity Usage at Your Multifamily Property

November 1, 2022

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:

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3 Ways to Make Your Multifamily Property More Accessible

October 3, 2022

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.

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Generation Z: How to Appeal to a New Generation as a Property Manager

October 3, 2022

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?

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Apartment Life Sucks (And Why It Doesn’t Have To)

October 3, 2022

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?

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Subleasing: What Is It and Is It Right for My Multifamily Property?

October 3, 2022

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.

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The Value of Resident Retention and How to Achieve It Easily

October 3, 2022

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.

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3 Reasons You Need to Offer Automatic Payments to Your Residents

October 3, 2022

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.

Property Management
Resident Experience

Data-Driven Decision Making: The Power of Analytics in Property Management

March 26, 2024

Are you ready to learn how to unlock the power of analytics in property management? Learn everything you need to know in this article.

Property Management
Resident Experience

The History of New York’s Chaotic May 1st Moving Day

March 12, 2024

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.

Property Management
Resident Experience

How to Handle Hostile Renters At Your Multifamily Property

March 5, 2024

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!

Property Management
Resident Experience

Rent Price Negotiation: How to Do It (For Residents and Property Managers)

March 5, 2024

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!

Property Management
Resident Experience

Does Your Multifamily Building Need a Community Message Board?

February 13, 2024

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!

Property Management
Resident Experience

How to Cater to the Top 5 Resident Priorities In 2024

February 6, 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!

Property Management
Resident Experience

How to Navigate Rental Applications to Secure the Best Residents

January 24, 2024

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.

Property Management
Resident Experience

How to Handle Emotional Support and Service Animals at Your Rental Property

January 10, 2024

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.

Resident Experience

How to Navigate the Winter Lease Landscape: Top Tips for Property Managers

December 20, 2023

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.

Property Management
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Last-Minute Holiday Celebrations Guaranteed to Bring Cheer to Your Multifamily Property

December 1, 2023

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!

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Houston, We Have a Package Problem (PropTea Podcast Ep. #7)

September 6, 2023

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.

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How to Engage Your Residents with Events From Start to Finish (PropTea Podcast Ep. #6)

July 31, 2023

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!

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Creating a Seamless Resident Experience: Best Practices for Property Managers

July 10, 2023

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.

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The Rise of Sustainability in Property Management (& How to Embrace It)

April 28, 2023

Discover the benefits of embracing sustainability in property management by keeping up with resident demands to create and promote a healthier living environment.

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A Property Manager’s Guide to Successful Email Marketing (Plus 5 Email Ideas)

April 4, 2023

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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Big News: ManageGo Software Now Fully Integrates With RentManager

January 23, 2018

Payments and balances are now synced automatically between you and your residents!  Read on to find out more.

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Sharing Files with Residents is Now Remarkably Simple with ManageGo

June 2, 2015

Did you know that you can now easily share files with individual residents or multiple residents at the same time?! Check out just how easy it is.

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Scheduling Made Easy: Introducing ManageGo’s Latest Cutting Edge Solution

May 4, 2015

With ManageGo’s cutting edge Calendar feature, you can see what’s on your teams’ schedule and current and upcoming appointments for all buildings.

Property Management
News

ManageGo Begins 2024 With Multiple Recognitions from Gartner Digital Markets

February 28, 2024

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!

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ManageGo Books Is Better Than Ever (Plus More Software Upgrades!)

September 7, 2023

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.

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Introducing a Better Way to Manage Packages (& More Software Updates!)

May 23, 2023

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.

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Desperate for More On-Time Rent Payments? You’ll Love Our Latest Software Updates

March 8, 2023

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.

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Streamline Tasks & Improve Efficiency With Our Brand New Accounting Software

February 6, 2023

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…

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December Software Upgrades in ManageGo You Can’t Miss in the New Year

January 4, 2023

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.

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Exclusive Partnerships for ManageGo Users You Won’t Want to Miss

June 9, 2022

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.

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ManageGo Enhancements You May Have Missed in Our Software This Quarter

May 31, 2022

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.

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Fridge No More x ManageGo Partnership

February 16, 2022

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!

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New Year, New Updates: What We Improved in January

February 16, 2022

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.

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It’s Time To Go Pro: Save Money with Our New PurchasePro Partnership!

January 17, 2022

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!

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Atlanta and Los Angeles Welcome ManageGo as They Expand Into New Cities

October 9, 2018

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.

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Our Latest Mobile Applications Are Live! Find Out Why We Love Them

January 31, 2018

Say hello to the new ManageGo app! We’re introducing a completely new look to improve your online rent payments experience.

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