Last modified on January 20th, 2020
By Brittany Benz

If you’re thinking about making the transition to new property management software, there couldn’t be a better time. More and more businesses are shifting to modern tools to drive efficiency and success. In a recent study conducted by AppFolio in partnership with John Burns Real Estate Consulting, 77.7% of property managers reported that they are open to adopting new technology in their business. 

Although switching to new technology is not an easy decision, the pros outweigh the cons when it comes to making the change. Here are just a few of the many ways your business will benefit from adopting the latest technology:

An Enhanced Resident Experience

Modern property management software can provide instant, mobile, and self-service experiences to attract and retain more residents.

Greater Employee Efficiency 

With advanced technology it will be easier for your team to work on the go, automate repetitive tasks, ensure greater consistency in processes, and have more time to focus on what matters.

Better Strategic Decisions

Real-time data and analytics give executives the tools they need to gain quick and actionable insights into their team’s performance and to make decisions faster.

Finding the Right Software for Your Business

With all of the software options on the market today, it’s hard to know which one would be a good fit for your business. A good place to start is by looking at top rating and review websites like G2 Crowd and Software Advice. 

In 2019, AppFolio was recognized as a leader in property management software by both G2 Crowd and Gartner. On G2, AppFolio ranked #1 out of 20 Top Property Management Software companies and #1 out of 17 Easiest to Use Property Management Software businesses. In addition, AppFolio was named a 2019 FrontRunner in property management software by Gartner. 

The data behind these scores was based largely on actual end-user reviews, as well as findings aggregated from online sources and social networks. In other words, it’s clear this recognition is a direct reflection of AppFolio’s dedication to our customers’ happiness. Here are some of their experiences:

“AppFolio has completely streamlined our business, and has made us way more efficient!”

—Kimberly Servoss, Landmark Real Estate Management

“Every company talks about service, but AppFolio actually delivers.”

—Jordan Tampien, 4 Degrees

“AppFolio has made us much more profitable, we are saving time and money.”

—Wayne Lewis, RE/MAX HomeStores

As you can see, the benefits of implementing the latest technology are plentiful. For more tips and advice on switching your business to new property management software check out our stress-free transition guide.