This release sees new updates that will help you with even Faster Report Editing via the CMS, with the new Area Level Thumbs Up for marking conditions and an improved reporting functionality to Load Reports Faster. Let us know what you think of these new features!
Technology is transforming every industry, and facility management is not an exception. These days’ organizations have realized the importance of investing in the latest tech to establish more efficient ways of collaborating, making work more flexible and improving the overall organizational configurations.
If you're a property manager then its likely you're managing more than one property for your clients. Both the tenant and the owner are extremely important and communication is a key factor for success. Here are tips that can help property managers communicate better with the tenant and the owner.
Preventive maintenance is essential for property managers who want to avoid spending a lot of money on repairs and creating discomfort for their tenants.
Real estate technology is changing the way real estate agents find new customers. The benefits of a tech savvy real estate agent can improve work efficiency
As a property manager, your schedule may be jam-packed with responsibilities. To bring the best out in you, you need to pick up your time management skills. Here are some useful time management tips that will help you reclaim your time and make you more productive.
Selling a house is a stressful process and doing it with your spouse can bring out the worst in both people. Making sure it goes as smoothly as possible is key
Buying a new home can be an exciting idea. Before starting your search for homes on the market, you must consider and keep the following factors in mind.
Proper time management is one of the many ways to be an awesome property manager. Following these tips can help the property managers to achieve more in less time, improve productivity and manage to accomplish the goals and targets within deadlines.
Remote Inspections is a feature many Property Managers and Tenants will be enjoying moving forward, as more digital interactions become the new normal in this post COVID-19 world.
Ready to improve communication with your tenants? Inspection Manager’s online tenant options are here to help you power-up your day and enhance communication with ease. Our Branded Tenant Assisted Inspections, Branded Paperless Ingoing Reports, and Branded Digital Leases are not just tools to streamline your rental process, they’re also the key to stronger relationships and better communication with your tenants.
In an exciting development for property management professionals, Inspection Manager has become a part of Proptech Labs. Proptech Labs was launched in conjunction with the recent Bricks + Agent acquisition of Inspection Manager. Proptech Lab’s aim is to be the leading software development group dedicated to innovation and customer satisfaction. This integration brings together three powerful products, including Bricks + Agent Inspection Manager and Invoice Automate to create a comprehensive all-in-one solution that revolutionises property management processes. With increased resources and expertise, Proptech Labs promises enhanced efficiencies and streamlined operations for businesses.
You know one of the most exciting things about the real estate industry? It keeps on changing all the time. With the ever-changing trends, it also becomes imperative that as a property manager, you educate yourselves, and stay updated with the latest practices, but how? Well, reading the top property management blogs makes you innovative and also keeps you on the top of industry trends. They also offer you a wealth of knowledge and seamlessly provides you with the outstanding resources. But in case, if you are not sure which blogs to browse through, here are the top 5 property management blogs that you can look up to.
Way back in 2018, shark Andrew Banks did an on screen deal for a stake in start up Bricks and Agent – but off screen the deal did not progress The team at Bricks and Agent kept in touch with Andrew and when it was time to complete their recent capital raise, Andrew took a bite of the start up. Andrew is now an investor in Bricks and Agent which recently raised more than $9m including a strategic investment from publicly listed Hipages Group (ASX:HPG)
Little Real Estate is Australia's largest independently owned real estate agencies and aim to offer their clients real service that provides real outcomes. Before Bricks + Agent, Little Real Estate agency was managing maintenance tasks on three different systems in order to get the request to a property manager, Since partnering with Bricks + Agent they now have reduced the amount of time it takes teams to initiate and complete the maintenance workflow.
The first 100 days is a wake up call for new real estate agents. This is the make it or break it period, when many decide that they’re better off switching to another kind of job. Unfortunately there’s no instruction manual on how to be a successful real estate agent but if you have a bit of know-how it can make the first 100 days easier to get through.
Technology continues to change our way of doing business. This is as true for managing properties as it is for all the other areas in today's real estate industry.
Bricks + Agent is a platform built to simplify and enhance the property maintenance and inspection process for property managers, tradespeople, tenants and property owners.
Cleaning the gutters is extremely important for keeping your home in good shape and is something that you can do yourself or hire a professional gutter cleaner.
Social media is powerful, but not everyone knows how to cultivate their presence by using the right network.
A social media strategy can help you improve service, drive growth & help you engage your audience. Here are some tips to help you build relationships with customers via social media:
This week’s Bricks + Agent product release notes includes the release of a new virtual inspections tool for property and facility managers as well as tenants.
The latest partnership will see Bricks + Agent build collaborative working relationships with Places for People and help them to pilot and implement new technology.
This week’s Bricks + Agent product release notes includes the release of a new virtual inspections tool for property and facility managers as well as tenants.
Making a positive first impression on your potential buyers is so important. Follow these 5 curb appeal ideas and get the buyers & price your home deserves!
A tidy garden improves the beauty of your home and keeps you safe. As much as you can keep it clean using the DIY method, it might not be possible if you are busy. You might need to hire a garden cleaner. Garden cleanup cost can be around $45/hr. It depends with the requirements of the job. Sometimes cleaning a garden can be as low as $40/hr or as high as $50/hr. If you need services of a professional garden cleaner, it can cost you on average in Australia $164.84 to complete the whole project. However, this being an average estimation, rates can vary depending on the number of tasks involved.
A property manager must be a skilled juggler of numerous tasks, keeping both landlords and tenants happy. In addition to keeping properties maintained and in good shape, they are responsible for preserving a rental property's value. Although this job only requires a high school diploma, many customers will opt to work with a specialist who has a degree in real estate, finance, or business. We've put together a list of professional qualities a property manager needs hold to make the most out of a successful career.
Do you know who the average Australian property investor really is? Contrary to popular belief, it’s not the super wealthy property speculator buying up rentals left right and centre. In fact it could be your next door neighbour, the one who’s drinking XXXX and firing up the barbie. Don’t believe us? Let’s take a look at some stats to see if we can put together a clearer profile of this person….
Whether you’re a seasoned property manager with an impressive portfolio or a beginner, you want to grow your rent roll and increase your monthly rental income. Right? The good news! Fortunately, there are countless rent roll growth strategies scattered over the web. But the question is what actually works? Which strategies help deliver real results effectively in a hassle-free manner? This article shares several time-tested rent roll growth strategies that really work.
How do you feel about interacting with your home the way you would with a website? In the future your home will know who’s in what room, make your coffee and turn on your lights. It might even choose your clothes for you based on the temperature outside.
Are you planning on remodelling or renovating your house? If you are, you might be considering wallpaper, which has re-entered the style space this year. Available in a wide range of colors, textures, and prints, replacing old wallpaper or installing it in order to improve the property’s overall appearance could add value, attract more buyers and boost your home’s appeal.
Does your job revolve around customer satisfaction? Working in customer-centric industries like real estate, you will come across a lot of people and making a connection with the customer is vital to the longevity of your business. Establishing healthy customer connections is a fool proof formula for generating repeat business. Customers will come to you not just because they love your products and services, but because you offered them a smooth and convenient experience. The experts at Bricks + Agent have compiled a list of tips and tricks for improving customer connections.
If you're on the lookout for a new career path, becoming a property manager might just be the perfect job for you. Now more than ever, people of all ages are renting instead of buying, so the need for good and professional property managers is out there. A career in property management can bring a decent salary, job security, and steady employment, and if you like to work with people, then your success is almost guaranteed.
Cloud-based property management software is considered one of the most popular and powerful tools for many real estate agencies. But while it is quite popular among many businesses, the software can still be quite overwhelming and mysterious to many, which fuels many myths about it.
