The Top Floor

AppFolio

Get inside access to change-makers at the height of real estate industry disruption. Brought to you by AppFolio, The Top Floor features stories from leaders in property management, community association management, and real estate investment as they reflect on the industry’s future.

  1. 20 THG 3

    Property Management in 2025: Expert Insights with Moses Kagan

    As president and co-founder of Adaptive Realty, Moses Kagan knows exactly what it takes to build a thriving business in a rapidly shifting and challenging real estate environment. Since 2011, he and his teams have navigated the complex and highly competitive Los Angeles rental management market, growing the business to more than $200 million of owned real estate and 1,000+ apartments under management. On this episode of The Top Floor, we tap into Moses’ unique perspective on the most pressing industry threats that lie ahead in 2025 and dive deeper into his forward-thinking strategies for turning challenges into opportunities. In addition, we’ll also take a look at what’s on the industry’s mind by highlighting key findings from the 2025 Property Management Benchmark Report. Key moments: Key findings from the 2025 Property Management Benchmark ReportWhat’s on the property management industry’s mind right nowWhy the industry’s top threats shifted from last yearHow businesses can turn challenges into opportunities Moses’ practical insights and advice for keeping occupancy rates highHow strong vendor and partner relationships help Adaptive Realty manage costsWhen to look beyond short-term cost-cutting gainsWays property management AI can help teams work more efficientlyHow Adaptive Realty protects itself against fraudulent activityKey links: Research report: 2025 Property Management Benchmark Report: appfolio.com/benchmarkAdaptive Realty: https://www.adaptiverealty.com/Reconvene: https://www.reconvene.com/Moses Kagan on X/Twitter: https://x.com/moseskagan

    40 phút
  2. 22 THG 1

    FUTURE Insights: What Property Managers Need to Know for 2025

    Ready to elevate your property management game in 2025? See how and where you can make the most impact, with exclusive insights from five industry experts who spoke at FUTURE, AppFolio’s annual real estate conference: JC Castillo, CEO at Velo ResidentialStephanie Anderson, Senior Director of Communication and Social Media at Grace HillLia Nichole Smith, Senior Vice President of Education and Research at ApartmentRatings.com and SatisFacts Research LLCBob Pinnegar, President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Apartment AssociationKristi Fickert, VP of Enterprise Growth at Realync.Through audio snippets and highlights from their live FUTURE conference sessions, they’ll share how they’re shifting strategies and staying ahead, with innovative and out-of-the-box ways to boost employee satisfaction and retention, meeting and exceeding residents’ and prospects’ needs, and embracing the convergence of AI and real estate. Key moments: New ways to boost employee satisfaction and retentionWhy satisfied residents and happy onsite teams are essential for successHow centralization can help streamline workflows and increase efficiencyWays to rethink the “one-size-fits all” approach to employee engagementStaying competitive by understanding what prospective residents want and needHow adopting the right technology can boost resident happinessThe convergence of AI and real estateHow property management teams can get the most out of off-the-shelf AI platformsKey links: Research: AppFolio Property Manager Hiring and Retention Report: https://www.appfolio.com/resources/library/employee-experienceResearch: 2024 Renter Preferences Report: https://www.appfolio.com/renter-preferencesFUTURE Conference: https://www.futureconference.com/

    32 phút
  3. 23/10/2024

    Creating Standout Renter Experiences with Ronald Harrington

    As training manager for 29th Street Communities, Ronald Harrington specializes in helping industry professionals level up their approach to marketing and leasing. On this episode of The Top Floor podcast, he’ll do the same by sharing exactly what it takes for properties to stand out with prospects in 2025 and beyond: creating stellar renter experiences. In addition, we’ll shed new light on what residents really want from property management, with key findings from the 2024 AppFolio Property Manager Renter Preferences Report, and hear about Ronald’s experiences from his “Lease Across America” project, where he secret shopped more than 100 different properties across the United States. Key moments: Why resident experience is essential for success in 2025 What Ronald learned from secret shopping more than 100 properties The difference between resident experience and customer service How Ronald has seen conversations about resident experience evolve What prospects expect from property management How resident technology is changing expectations Key factors that make or break a property experience How to create standout property experiences for prospects Ways to help onsite teams improve the renter experience Key links: Research report: 2024 Renter Preferences Report: https://www.appfolio.com/renter-preferences Podcast: Rooms with Ronald: https://multifamilymedianetwork.com/podcast/rooms-with-ronald

    53 phút
  4. 13/12/2023

    Getting Ahead of HOTMA: What Affordable Housing Management Teams Need to Do Now

    Affordable housing property management already comes with its own unique set of challenges. But now, property management companies need to prepare for an entirely new set of challenges: Being fully compliant with the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA) by January 1, 2025. Even though HOTMA aims to simplify and reduce friction in affordable housing management, bringing welcomed changes for residents, property management companies and teams may still find that making big operational adjustments will be necessary, especially when it comes to staying compliant. In this episode of The Top Floor podcast, two industry experts offer insights and advice on how property management organizations can guide their teams and residents through some of the most significant changes to HUD’s occupancy requirements in the last 10 years. Joining the podcast are Jenny DeSilva, the President and CEO of DeSilva Housing Group and Colleen Winship, AppFolio's Affordable Housing Program Manager. Together, they break down the top HOTMA changes, the best ways property management companies can get prepared, and how to stay ahead of HOTMA’s final compliance deadline. Key moments: Jenny explains why HOTMA is so important How HOTMA could benefit residents The benefits for owners and agents The top HOTMA changes to be aware of What property management companies need to know about the HOTMA compliance timeline Key milestones for HOTMA implementationHow to approach employee training around HOTMA How property management companies can boost operational efficiency Changes Jenny would like to see around future affordable housing legislationKey links: HOTMA preparation checklist Tips To Prepare For HOTMA And Operate Your Affordable Housing Management Business More Efficiently [Part 1] Tips To Prepare For HOTMA And Operate Your Affordable Housing Management Business More Efficiently [Part 2] 2023 top challenges and opportunities in affordable housing management

    53 phút
  5. Keeping Great Property Management Talent: New Data Shows What Employees Value Most

    24/10/2023

    Keeping Great Property Management Talent: New Data Shows What Employees Value Most

    Hiring and retention have been major challenges for property management teams for years – long before other industries faced The Great Resignation. So how can property management teams improve the employee experience and boost retention? On this episode of The Top Floor, we’ll explore survey results from the 2023 AppFolio Property Manager Hiring and Retention report and discuss opportunities for property management companies to bridge employee satisfaction gaps. Joining the podcast to discuss are Chiccorra Connor, Founder & CEO at Occupancy Heroes, and Sean Forster, Lead Product Marketing Manager at AppFolio. They share insights into their own experiences with managing property management teams and highlight key findings from the Hiring and Retention report. Key moments: Why the property management industry struggles to attract and hire top talent Why retaining top property management talent is challenging The two roles property management companies struggle to fill mostWhat the 2023 Hiring and Retention report reveals Why employee culture is a competitive differentiatorWhat companies can do to boost employee satisfaction nowThinking outside the box when it comes to compensating and rewarding teamsThree biggest areas of opportunity for property management hiring and retentionKey links: 2023 AppFolio Property Manager Hiring and Retention Report: https://www.appfolio.com/resources/library/employee-experience/opt-in

    48 phút
  6. 2023 Resident Preferences: Why Resident Satisfaction Is a Top Competitive Differentiator

    19/09/2023

    2023 Resident Preferences: Why Resident Satisfaction Is a Top Competitive Differentiator

    With rent growth slowing and more supply coming online, what can property management companies do to stay competitive and improve resident retention? In this episode of The Top Floor podcast, Jay Baer, Business Growth Expert, Speaker, Tequila Influencer, and Founder of Convince & Convert, and James Erickson, Sr. Product Marketing Manager at AppFolio, explore how offering a great resident experience is quickly becoming a make-or-break factor for property management success. We also analyze the findings from the 2023 AppFolio Property Manager Renter Preferences Report, and explore how property management companies can put these insights into action. Key moments: Why understanding resident preferences is essential to success Why customer experience is the same as resident experienceWhy improving the resident experience doesn’t need to be costlyWhat data reveals about customer satisfaction in generalWhy property managers play a role in resident attraction and retentionThe correlation between resident satisfaction and technology Generational divides with resident preferences Why speed and communication are so importantHow maintenance resolution time impacts satisfactionWhy you can’t provide great customer experience without a great employee experienceKey links: 2023 AppFolio Property Manager Resident Preferences Report: https://www.appfolio.com/resources/library/resident-preferences/Making Resident Satisfaction Your Competitive Advantage: https://info.appfolio.com/APM-CD-ASSET-CustomerExperienceEbook_etb_content_download_form_lp.htmlCustomer Experience: What It Means & Why It Matters More Than Ever: https://www.appfolio.com/blog/customer-experience/“The Time to Win” by Jay Baer https://www.thetimetowin.com/the-time-to-win

    29 phút

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Get inside access to change-makers at the height of real estate industry disruption. Brought to you by AppFolio, The Top Floor features stories from leaders in property management, community association management, and real estate investment as they reflect on the industry’s future.