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Tenant referencing best practices for landlords and property managers
Tenant referencing is a universal practice for landlords and property managers looking to find the best tenants. Good tenant referencing helps accurately assess which applicants will pay their rent on time and take good care of the property. In this …
Building Safety in Residential Block Management: Risk, Reputation, Revenue and Reward
Building Safety was a key discussion point at this year’s MRI Ascend client conference, which took place in April 2024. MRI were joined by the chief executive of ARL and representatives from Principle Estate Management and Centrick. As the panel disc…
Artificial intelligence (AI) in real estate: Balancing innovation with ethical responsibility
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in real estate is transforming the industry by enhancing efficiency, accuracy and customer experience. In this article, we explore how AI is reshaping residential property management software and real estate CRM solutions…
The Data Conundrum facing Estate Agents
At this point, it probably makes sense to highlight the elephant in the room. That being, the subject of data and data transfer when estate agents look to change CRM systems. Having been on both sides of the fence in terms of working within a client …
Economic occupancy vs. physical occupancy
Understanding economic occupancy and physical occupancy is essential for effective residential property management as it allows for in-depth assessment of the financial health of properties and make informed decisions. Economic occupancy provides ins…
Reflecting on the residential sector four years post-pandemic
23rd March 2020, the world went into lockdown as the Coronavirus pandemic took hold across the globe. Little did we know this would be the start of a seismic shift in behaviours and attitudes towards everyday life; at work, school and home. Individua…
Material Information: Compliance Success Lies in the Details
There’s been a lot of talk in the industry recently regarding the topic of obtaining material information as an agent and being able to surface it effectively to prospective buyers. This has all come about because of recent regulations imposed since …
Trends to expect in the BTR market in 2024 and beyond
The landscape within the Build-to-Rent (BTR) industry is constantly evolving. As we progress through 2024, a few key trends are emerging, driven by changing renter preferences, technological advancements and societal shifts. For property managers and…