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Property management software: Why more Americans firing their property managers

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Hiring a property manager to handle day-to-day operations may seem like the best way to alleviate the stress. Traditional property managers are expensive, and with high interest rates and expenses, potential profit margins for rental property owners can be slim to none. billion by 2032.

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Rental portal Zumper launches ’Zoe’ AI assistant

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With technology rapidly advancing, Zumper is the latest company in the real estate industry to dive into artificial intelligence (AI) assistants. The rental portal this week launched an AI assistant named Zoe, which according to the company can answer “virtually any renter question about a property or its neighborhood.”

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Rethinking resident experience: Why consumer tech trends matter now more than ever 

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Industries like retail, banking, transportation and food service have undergone massive digital transformation in recent years by leveraging new technologies to enhance consumer experience. As a result, today’s consumers now expect the same seamless digital experiences in all areas of their lives, including rental management.

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Seize the student housing surge: A guide for property managers

Housing Wire

Growth in the off-campus student housing market creates massive opportunities for property management companies. Many property managers are looking to enter this market for the first time. Property managers must consider fundamental operational changes and take specific steps before testing this market.

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Evernest acquires Poplar Homes and $15M in tech-focused funding

Housing Wire

Property management company Evernest announced on Wednesday its largest acquisition to date. The company will acquire tech-enabled property management platform Poplar Homes alongside $15 million in growth-centered funding. The company’s management portfolio will reportedly rise to 230,000 units across 50 markets.

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How AI and a changing rental market will shape property management in 2024

Housing Wire

Two complex factors are set to transform the rental market in 2024, creating new challenges and opportunities for property managers. The second is a more competitive rental market, driven by record-high construction of multifamily rental properties. At the same time, the data suggests several benefits for early adopters.

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Here are the 2025 Tech100 Real Estate Honorees

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Now in its 6th year, the Tech100 Real Estate program provides a trusted resource for real estate professionals, showcasing the industrys top technology providers. These companies are solving real-world challenges, delivering cutting-edge solutions, and helping real estate professionals navigate an evolving market.