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The BIGGEST worry, many agencies have about outsourcing their inspections Jul 02, 2024

This article has been provided by our sister company, Inspection Ninjas.

At Inspection Ninjas, we have found that there are a few different things that concern Principals and Business Owners when considering using an “outsider” to conduct inspections of properties their agency...

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Will AI Ease the Current Critical Shortage of 10,000 skilled Property Managers?  Jun 26, 2024

The property management sector is currently grappling with a significant skills shortage, with estimates suggesting a shortfall of 10,000 professionals. This shortage is impacting service delivery, increasing workloads, and affecting overall efficiency within the industry. As we look towards...

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From Struggles to Success: How Single Mum Cathy Found Her Calling in Property Management and now earns $80k per year Jun 04, 2024

Meet Cathy, a resilient single mum who faced the daunting challenge of finding a pathway back to work after having children. Like many parents, Cathy juggled countless responsibilities and often felt overwhelmed by the prospect of re-entering the workforce. However, her story is one of...

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Why Your Property Management Agency Will Fall Behind Without Overhauling These 4 Key Areas in 2024 property management tips Sep 19, 2023

 AUTHOR: Terri Handy        READ TIME: 3 minutes

As we stare down the barrel of the first quarter of 2024, the property management industry is at a tipping point. Failing to adapt and overhaul key areas of operation could mean falling behind in an increasingly...

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The Do's & Don'ts When it Comes to Negative Feedback Apr 03, 2023

 AUTHOR: Terri Handy        READ TIME: 3 minutes

I am sure everyone will agree with me when I say that most of our property management clients are, or at least seem to be, a little more sensitive than perhaps they have been in the past. 

It doesn’t matter...

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The Standout Characteristic of a High Performing Property Manager Apr 03, 2023

 AUTHOR: Terri Handy        READ TIME: 3 minutes

As humans, we tend to overcomplicate what it takes to be great at something.   It's almost like we can't accept that what is required, is often, actually very simple.

And being successful as a property...

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7 Mistakes made by Principals when it comes to growing a Rent Roll portfolio growth tips Mar 13, 2023

  AUTHOR: Terri Handy       READ TIME: 8 minutes


When I say ‘mistakes’ in the title of this article, I guess I just mean the things I see Principals do or don’t do, often. If you find yourself nodding along to some of the things I’m mentioning here, I...

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Surviving and thriving during the first few weeks of a new portfolio: A guide for Property Managers property management tips Mar 13, 2023

AUTHOR: Terri Handy       READ TIME: 3 minutes


Starting a new job as a Property Manager can be an overwhelming experience. Regardless of whether you are experienced or a newbie, it takes time to develop positive relationships and understand the dynamics of your new portfolio....

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