Insights for Smarter Property Management

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 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.

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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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.

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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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Fall is the perfect time to bring the community together. Not only are events just plain fun, but they also serve to enhance your residents’ experience which is crucial to resident retention and good recommendations for your properties. Keep reading for 5 event ideas to get your residents in the fall spirit!

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A recent innovation in the world of property management is the ability for residents to build credit when they pay their rent. The advantage of a service like this for residents is obvious: they can increase their credit score with no extra effort just by paying rent, which they already do anyway. But the arrangement offers some perks for property managers as well. Here are three top reasons to consider offering this type of program to your residents.

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Thinking about getting into multifamily property management? We’re here to help! Whether you’re an experienced property manager who has previously only handled single-family properties or you’re looking to break into real estate investment for the first time, we’ve got you covered. We’ll walk you through everything you need to know about getting started in the multifamily business.

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When an emergency strikes, will you be ready? Natural disasters are on the rise, and it’s vital to make sure you have a plan in place to protect your residents and properties in case one impacts you. So what can you do to make sure you’re properly prepared? Read on to find our top emergency-readiness tips.

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Back in the day, resident benefits packages were offered to those who lived in luxury properties. Fast forward to today, and now all types of rental properties offer benefits packages because it’s become a part of the resident experience. They can cover just about everything! Think about how amazing your residents would feel with benefit options like air and water filter delivery, 24-hour concierge services, and emergency repairs.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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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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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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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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.

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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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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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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).

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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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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.

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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.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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