Category: Property Management Software

The Anatomy of a Great Resident Survey: How to Collect Feedback That Actually Works

For property managers, the ability to understand how residents truly feel can be the difference between a thriving community and…

Best Practices for Building Strong Owner Relationships From the Beginning

In a previous article, I shared some strategies for attracting and onboarding new owners to sustainably scale your property management…

Enhancing Security Without Extra Work: A Guide for Property Managers

Property managers have a lot on their plate, from handling maintenance requests to ensuring resident satisfaction. And while security is…

How to Automate Apartment Turnovers with Smart Access and Property Management Tech

Apartment turnovers are an inevitable part of property management, but the process can present challenges that lead to lost revenue,…

Quarterly Market Update: Rent Growth Slows in Fast-Growing Markets Due to Surge in Construction

Across the nation, more apartment units were completed last year than in any year since 1974. While this swell in…

4 Accounting Process KPIs Every Property Manager Should Track

Understanding the financial performance of your property management business is critical if you want to stay compliant and profitable, especially…

Aim High for 2025 Performance With Insights From the AppFolio Property Management Benchmark Report

In an era where resident expectations are growing — along with operational costs — property management companies are discovering that…

AppFolio’s Approach to Affordable Housing in 2025

While managing affordable housing presents a significant challenge for most property management teams, it is also an area where there…

Community Message About the Southern California Wildfires

On behalf of the entire AppFolio team, our hearts are with all of those impacted by the historic, devastating wildfires…

Adapting to Change: Best Practices for Student Housing Operators

In an era of rapid change, the need for adaptability, flexibility, and nimbleness in property management is more critical than…