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Residential Property Maintenance Metrics and Improving NOI (with Ray Hespen)

Fourandhalf

Ray Hespen, who is a frequent flier on The Property Management Show, joined us again to discuss maintenance metrics and how measurement improves resident satisfaction and owner NOI. The last time he was on the podcast, in late 2023, his team was just beginning to establish this concept of maintenance analytics.

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Apartment maintenance management software: A complete guide for property managers

Buildium

They maintain property value, protect tenant safety, and deliver service that keeps residents happy and loyal. Traditional manual maintenance processes—paper work orders, phone calls, spreadsheets—often slow operations and cause errors or delays, especially as unit numbers grow.

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Best simple lease agreement templates for residential properties

Yardi Breeze

While they may seem like an easy solution for those seeking simple lease agreement templates or basic residential lease forms, they can come with serious drawbacks. Free lease agreement templates lack this diligent maintenance, potentially leaving property managers using outdated or incomplete documents.

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What’s the best property management maintenance app? 6 of the top options

Buildium

read Download Buildium’s 2020 State of the Property Management Industry Report Download Today --> Get the latest industry insights. --> MktoForms2.whenReady(function style.display = block; return false; }); }); } window[MktoForms2] ? --> Published on June 12, 2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS What Is a Property Management Maintenance App?

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Spotlight Interview: Tim Wehner, Past NARPM President & Property Manager Extraordinaire

Yardi Breeze

Tim Wehner is a former president of the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM ). While hes no longer on the National Board of Directors, his experience in property management and expertise on all things NARPM make him a valuable source of information. Advocacy has also become a bigger focus.

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Differences Between Commercial Property Management vs Residential Property Management

Property Management Inc.

But here's the real kicker—not all property management is created equal. The differences between commercial property management and residential property management go deep enough to shape nearly every decision you make as a property owner or manager.

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11 benefits of automation in property management

Buildium

The property management industry has changed a lot in recent years. Today, automation stands out as one of the best tools residential property managers can use to improve their operations and enhance residents’ experiences. These include routine inspections, maintenance checks, vendor coordination, and turnover preparation.