Mon.Jul 28, 2025

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Landlords: The Power of Knowing Your Property Neighbors

Rental Housing Journal

One often-overlooked but crucial aspect of property management for landlords is the power of knowing the neighbors of the properties you own. Here are 4 steps you can take. By Scot Aubrey For many, the fear of the unknown is devastating. For landlords, it can be paralyzing. However, getting rid of that fear might be as easy as walking next door. As a landlord, managing properties isn’t just about collecting rent and maintaining the structure; it’s also about fostering a sense of com

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Why a strong data strategy is essential for modern FM

MRI Software

Facilities teams generate huge volumes of data every day, tracking everything from asset performance and maintenance schedules to space usage and energy consumption. But without a clear data strategy, this information risks becoming more of a burden than an asset. According to MRI Software’s Voice of the Facility Manager (VOFM) 2025 report, 46% of facilities management professionals agree that data-driven decision making will shape the future of the industry over the next five years.

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Why Property Management Maintenance Feels Expensive (and What’s Really Going On)

T&H Realty

Note: This guest blog was written by Nick Giulioni, CEO of our trusted partners at Off Leash Construction. Nick is also a highly successful real estate investor who formed Off Leash in response to what he saw as a lack of quality General Contractors in Central Indiana. As someone who has owned nearly 200 rental properties, I’ve seen (and paid for) just about everything that can break, leak, or fall off (or onto) a building.

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How To Grow Your Conversion Rate for Vacation Rentals

Tokeet

How To Grow Your Conversion Rate for Vacation Rentals Are your vacation rental listings getting plenty of views but not enough bookings? It’s a common challenge for property managers, hosts, and property owners. You put in the effort to attract guests, but if they don’t click that “book now” button, all that effort can feel wasted. This is where your vacation rental conversion rate comes in.

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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How to build an ‘ownership mindset’ in your property management team 

PropertyMe

Do you ever feel like you’re carrying the load alone? Like you’re the one always circling back, chasing loose ends or stepping in to fix what should’ve already been sorted? You’re not overthinking it. What you’re really craving is ownership. While no one will lead your business quite like you do, you can build a […] The post How to build an ‘ownership mindset’ in your property management team appeared first on PropertyMe.

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AC Requirements for Portland Landlords May Be Coming

Rental Housing Journal

Portland landlords may soon have air conditioning requirements for their rental properties, according to reports. The Portland Permitting and Development Bureau is exploring a code amendment to create a maximum indoor-temperature standard for rental units. In Portland, there are more than 153,000 rental units. About 75 percent of renters already have some form of air conditioning in their homes, according to a city-commissioned analysis by economic consulting firm ECOnorthwest.

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AI readiness in facilities management: Are you prepared?

MRI Software

From predictive maintenance schedules that prevent costly downtime to intelligent chatbots that support on-the-ground engineers, AI is already reshaping how FM teams operate. MRI Software’s 2025 Voice of the Facility Manager (VOFM) report highlights this shift: over two thirds of facilities management professionals rated AI’s importance within their organization at a 7 out of 10 or higher.

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The house manual for Airbnb: everything you need to know

Touch Stay

For any Airbnb host, providing a seamless and enjoyable guest experience is paramount. A well-crafted Airbnb house manual is a fundamental tool that elevates your hosting, reduces guest questions and secures glowing reviews. This comprehensive guide details everything you need to create an effective manual for your short-term rental, from essential contents to the benefits of going digital with a Touch Stay guidebook , making it a standout resource for your guests.

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Airbnb Security Deposits: a Guide for Hosts

Hospitable

Airbnb Security Deposits: a Guide for Hosts By The Hospitable Team OTAs Renting out your property on Airbnb and other OTA platforms is a convenient way to make extra money, but it doesn’t come without risks. Since you open your home to strangers who may not treat your home with the same care as you do, damages are inevitable. Still, you can take measures to protect yourself from financial risk.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Back-to-School Ideas for Your Multifamily Rental Property: Infographic

Rentec Direct

While summer is still here, back-to-school is likely on the minds of residents at your rental property. If you are a landlord or property manager, these ideas can help make the new school year fun for families and students alike, all while promoting community. Like any resident event or rental property initiative, a little thoughtfulness […] The post Back-to-School Ideas for Your Multifamily Rental Property: Infographic appeared first on Rentec Direct Blog.

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When Does Airbnb Pay Hosts?

Host Tools

One of the most important questions for short-term rental hosts getting started on Airbnb is, “When does Airbnb pay hosts?” Understanding the payout process is important for managing your finances and ensuring a consistent cash flow for your hosting business. Here’s an overview of how and when the Airbnb website processes payments, along with the timelines for different Airbnb payout methods.

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Taking Apartment Social Media Branding Seriously—Kinda

Multifamily Insiders

Social media might have started as all fun and games, and for some users, it still is. But when it comes to apartment social media branding, it pays to take it seriously. Ensuring your apartment community's brand vibe comes through on every social platform takes more than a half-hearted effort. Social media experts at Social Kapture and multifamily.

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How Big Is A Tiny House? Here’s The Truth

Bay Property Management Group

When you picture it, do you see yourself living in a tiny house, owning one, or maybe even building one? For many minimalists, this is the dream—an affordable, simple, and cozy way of life. In fact, some investors are also jumping on board, building tiny houses to offer affordable housing in big cities. But the big question remains: how big is a tiny house?

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Need Curated Pre-foreclosure Lists to Generate New Real Estate Leads? Trellis Has the Data!

Trellis is a state trial court research and analytics platform that provides Real Estate Professionals (Buyers, Foreclosure, Loan Modification, etc.) with LEADS on Pre-Foreclosures, Lis Pendes, Distressed Assets and more — to help uncover **new** opportunities and grow their business. The process is quick and easy — and all in real time. Trellis will supply you with a link to the relevant dockets, a Leads sheet and access to its UI where applicable.

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How I’m Making “Passive” Income with 4 Rentals (Working 9-5!)

BiggerPockets

Think you need to be a hands-on landlord, do your own renovations, or sacrifice time with family to invest in real estate? Think again!

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Huge Metrotown 1 Bed 1 Bath Condo 1.5 Block from Skytrain @ Presidia

Sunstar Realty

Address: #1905- 4333 Central Blvd, Burnaby Rent: $2690 Available: Now - long term unfurnished Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Finished area: 756sf Fireplaces: 1; natural gas Flooring: laminate, carpets, tiles mixed Outdoor: 1 balcony Parking: none Locker: 1 Deposits: half a month security deposit + fob deposits. Lease term: minimum one year lease. Move-in/out fees: as per strata bylaws.

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The FASTA Way: What’s Next for Assets Sold by the Federal Government

Colliers

The U.S. federal government is the largest owner and occupier of office space in the United States, and it is currently focused on finding ways to use space more efficiently, terminate underutilized leases and sell unused or underused federally owned buildings.

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Coal Harbour Spacious 1 Bedroom + Den Condo w/ Parking @ The Pointe

Sunstar Realty

Address: #1202- 1331 W. Georgia Street, Vancouver Available: Now - long term unfurnished Bedrooms: 1 + den Bathrooms: 1 Finished area: 620sf Flooring: engineered hardwood, tiles mixed Parking: 1 underground stall Deposits: half a month security deposit + fob deposits. Lease term: minimum one year lease. Move-in/out fees: as per strata bylaws. Pets: sorry not this one.

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Retiring 15 Years Early by Buying Rentals on Repeat (HELOCs!)

BiggerPockets

What if you could shave 15 years off your working career?

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The Fine Art of Getting Along.Why Getting Along Isn't Just Nice, It's How We Win.

Multifamily Insiders

Why Getting Along Isn't Just Nice, It's How We Win. You're not just a bunch of folks working in an apartment building. You're a tribe. And just like any tribe that actually gets anywhere, your success isn't about one superstar. It's about how we connect. It's the unseen stuff that ties us together, the shared goal that drives us every single.

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The Mortgage Rate Outlook For the Rest of the Year and 2026

BiggerPockets

Mortgage rates have stayed stubbornly high in 2025, and while some people keep waiting for relief, I don’t think it’s coming as quickly—or as dramatically—as many hoped.

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Buyer Cancellations Hit All-Time High (Perfect Buying Signal?)

BiggerPockets

Successfully navigating today’s housing market requires understanding the trends creating both opportunities and risks for investors. But what if varying data points in different directions?

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What Really is the Upper-Middle Class and How Helpful is Real Estate in Getting You There?

BiggerPockets

Everyone calls themselves “middle class.” No, really—just 10% of Americans identify as lower class, and only 1% identify as upper class.

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Even if the Fed Cuts Rates This Week, You Should Still Play Defense—Here’s Why

BiggerPockets

The Federal Reserve meets this week, and it’s possible that a rate cut is coming. By how much? Who knows, and who knows if it will even happen?

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