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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 …
Five mistakes property managers should avoid
Being a property manager can be a satisfying and rewarding career, but it’s not without its challenges. From finding good tenants to dealing with unexpected maintenance issues, you’ll find yourself spinning many plates at once. In this post, we explo…
Maximising productivity for property managers: 7 strategies for success
Property managers lead hectic lives, juggling a myriad of responsibilities that can easily pull them in multiple directions. Each day presents fresh challenges, making it a constant mission to stay on track with daily goals. However, the most success…
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…
What is property maintenance?
What is property maintenance and why is it crucial for property owners and managers? In this post, we explore the essential aspects of property maintenance, providing a comprehensive overview to help you better understand its importance. Proper maint…
Real estate artificial intelligence (AI): bridging the knowledge gap through education and training
Real estate artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how professionals manage and operate properties. By understanding AI in real estate, you can enhance your skills and stay competitive in an ever-evolving industry. In this post, we examine the …
What is ESG in property management?
The consideration of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) factors is fast becoming critical to the success of businesses across all sectors and the property management industry is no exception. More than 80% of the buildings that exist today wi…
How to drive efficiencies across the retail estate in 2024 and beyond
The retail landscape is a challenging environment globally, marked by the rising of costs for goods, inflation, energy, and labour. It’s vital, now more than ever, for retailers to base their decisions on data, and to take proactive measures rather t…