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How to conduct an HOA reserve study: A guide for community managers

Buildium

An HOA reserve study might not sound exciting, but they’re one of the most important tools for keeping community associations financially stable. This assessment serves as a roadmap for any repairs and replacements that the HOA will need to make in the future. It helps you determine the steps you can recommend to improve the communities you manage. Whether you’re preparing for your first reserve study for an HOA in your portfolio or brushing up on best practices, this post will give you useful a

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Ethics in Property Management: The Decisions No One Sees

Rental Housing Journal

Ethics in property management influence how fair, consistent, and transparent your housing practices appear to residents, staff, and regulators. By The Fair Housing Institute In property management, some of the most important decisions are the ones made quietly, without fanfare, applause, or even acknowledgment. They’re the individual choices that take place in leasing offices, during maintenance calls, or while responding to a resident’s email.

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HOA Board Nominations: What’s the Right Process?

HOA Managememt

The board election is a crucial part of running the association. After all, an HOA runs best when the right people are leading it. HOA board nominations mark the start of an election cycle, and it’s important to get it right. What are HOA Board Nominations? Gathering nominations is the first thing you should do when it’s time to elect a new set of board members.

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Apartment Reviews: A Guide to Leveraging Resident Feedback for Growth

MRI Software

Apartment reviews have long been an important part of multifamily marketing, but in the age of AI and innovation where prospects want instant answers and seek unique leasing experiences, paying attention to this feedback is non-negotiable. By responding to and leveraging apartment reviews, you can improve marketing efforts by showing how your community provides great resident experiences.

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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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Should You Wait to Buy a House in 2025? A Guide for Investors

Bay Property Management Group

After the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady in June 2025, many investors are asking: Should I wait to buy a house in 2025 or act now? Could waiting lead to better deals later? The truth is, real estate takes strategy and timing. Waiting too long could mean missed opportunities, but rushing in might lead to costly mistakes. So, in this guide, we’ll help you weigh the pros and cons, unpack the 2025 market trends, and show you how to make smart moves—even in an uncertain mark

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Top 5 PMS Features for UK Property Managers

Avantio

If managing your holiday lets feels more like firefighting than growth, it might be time to upgrade your tools. This guide shows how leading UK agencies automate their admin, maximise bookings, and stay ahead—whether in Edinburgh, Swindon, Liverpool or the Cotswolds. Managing a growing portfolio of holiday lets is a unique challenge. You’re navigating the summer rush in Cornwall, coordinating city breaks in Manchester, and ensuring every guest experience meets expectations.

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Scaling Business with AI: Modern Property Management System

Tokeet

Scaling Business with AI: Modern Property Management System Growing a business is exciting, but it also brings big challenges. As a property manager, host, or property owner, you know the dream: more bookings, more properties, more revenue. But then reality hits. More properties mean more guests, more messages, more cleaning schedules, and more potential for things to go wrong.

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Are You Ready for Back-to-School Move-In Day?

Rentec Direct

With the first day of school around the corner, college towns across the nation are preparing for the mass arrival of students moving into rental housing. If you own a rental property in a college town, there are some important to-dos that you will need to check off your list. While a lease may begin […] The post Are You Ready for Back-to-School Move-In Day?

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How to Form a Resident Welfare Association (RWA) in India: A State-Wise Step-by-Step Guide

ADDA

A Resident Welfare Association (RWA) or Association of Apartment Owners (AOA) is necessary for organised governance, money management, conflict resolution, and upkeep of shared infrastructure if you reside in a gated apartment complex or plotted community in India. However, how is one formed? This thorough guide will take you through the most recent state-specific, legal, and procedural requirements for forming a RWA in India.

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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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How a Strong Visual Identity Elevated This Apartment Community

Multifamily Insiders

Inside-Out Branding: How a Strong Visual Identity Elevates Apartment Communities Inside-out branding isn't quite what it sounds like—but in essence, it's about taking what's already there physically and building up and out to create a cohesive, compelling brand. Thompson Thrift partnered with Zipcode Creative once again—after our successful Velara.

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Get Compliant with Security Deposit LAW- AB 2801 is Here: 6 Months Free!

American Apartment Owners Association

As of now, California’s AB 2801 law is in effect, fundamentally changing the way landlords and tenants document rental property conditions. The law mandates clear photographic evidence at move-in, move-out, and before and after any repairs—placing new responsibilities on both landlords and tenants for security deposit. DepositProof: The Simple Solution to AB 2801 Compliance DepositProof was designed specifically to meet the needs of tenants, landlords, and inspection professionals navigati

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Airbnb Grocery Delivery for Short-Term Rental Hosts

Host Tools

As a short-term rental host, providing exceptional guest experiences is key to standing out in the competitive hospitality market. One creative and practical way to elevate your listing and attract more bookings is by offering Airbnb grocery delivery services. Whether it’s making things more convenient for traveling families or adding a touch of luxury for vacationers, Airbnb grocery delivery is a simple yet effective way to provide added value.

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False Creek Furnished 2 Bed 2 Bath Condo w/ Balcony & View @ Foundry

Sunstar Realty

Address: #802 - 1833 Crowe St, Vancouver Rent: $3950 Available: September 1, 2025 - fully furnished Bedrooms: 2 + office Bathrooms: 2 Finished area: 874sf Flooring: laminate, tiles mixed Outdoor: 1 balcony Parking: 1 underground stall Deposits: half a month security deposit. Lease term: minimum 3 months stay. Pets: sorry not this one. Absolutely no smoking please.

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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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I Traded My Rentals for “Passive” Real Estate (Worth It?)

BiggerPockets

Want passive income? We mean truly passive—no tenant phone calls, no toilets, no evictions—just checks sent to your account.

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Yaletown Furnished Fully Renovated 1 Bed Condo w/ Balcony @ Pinnacle

Sunstar Realty

Address: #308- 939 Homer Street, Vancouver Available: September 1, 2025 - fully furnished Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Finished area: 640sf Fireplaces: 1, natural gas Flooring: laminate, tiles mixed Outdoor: 1 balcony Parking: 1 underground stall Deposits: half a month security deposit. Lease term: minimum 6 months stay. Pets: sorry not this one. Absolutely no smoking please.

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What Happens to Real Estate When the Dollar Declines?

BiggerPockets

Are you concerned about the fluctuating value of the US dollar and its impact on the real estate market?

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The CEO, CPO, Coldplay & You: What Property Managers Can Learn About Workplace Romances

Multifamily Insiders

It started during Covid. I had cabin fever and absolutely no desire to feed a sourdough starter. So I downloaded TikTok. Um, I don't know if you know this, but it's super addictive, and I'm still on it quite a lot. And last week I saw a crazy story. But it was so crazy that even those who aren't glued to their phones have heard about.

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Making $200K (in 4 Months!) and Waving Her W2 Goodbye

BiggerPockets

Tired of working inflexible jobs or living paycheck to paycheck? Elizabeth Esplin’s back was against the wall when she made an all-in bet on real estate investing.

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Need a Steady Supply of Tenants? These States Have the Highest Retention Rates in the Country

BiggerPockets

There’s nothing more satisfying for a real estate investor than having a long-term tenant who is intent on staying put, surrounded by a community of friends and family, treating your […]

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The Investor’s Edge: Why Building the Right Seller List Can Make or Break Your Next Deal

BiggerPockets

One of the biggest mistakes rookie real estate investors make is waiting for deals to come to them.