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When it comes to getting the most out of your property management agency , choosing the right business structure is vital to its success. Here are five property management business structures and when to use them to avoid any pitfalls.

1. Task-Based

Task-based management is when each team member is assigned a task they could be an expert at, be it property inspections, maintenance management, or tenancy renewals. It’s high time this property management business structure should be considered viable when the property management business itself has grown its rent roll, and when the team is large enough to have all property management deliverables delegated.

However, the task-based property management structure would require high levels of cooperation and accountability for it to operate seamlessly and successfully. The reason being is that one of the pitfalls of this property management structure is the team members do not oversee the entire property management process. Take for example, when one of the team members manages property inspections, the portfolio manager has less knowledge to effectively communicate with the rental property owner. However, if you prefer to implement task-based management to your agency, you should still appoint single team members for specialist roles such as the leasing consultant. If this snag is managed, task-based can lead to increased productivity and profitability for your property management business.

2. Portfolio-Based

Portfolio-based management is when each property manager is appointed a number of nearby located managements, and they accomplish all property management tasks associated with those rental properties. The perks of using the Portfolio-based property management structure is that it can be implemented at any agency, at any stage. However, in order for this structure to operate efficiently and effectively, each property manager should have an administrative assistant. The administrative assistant is referred to as a property management coordinator (PMC). To achieve the top results, the PMC should focus on the portfolio’s non-dollar productive tasks, whilst the property manager manages dollar-productive activities.

PMCs may be in a form of an in-house assistant or a virtual assistant. Employing PMCs as Property Management Virtual Assistants has revolutionised the Property Management industry since it helps in accomplishing all non-dollar productive, administrative tasks at a fraction of the cost. This then helps in scaling your real estate business in the long run as it gives boosts in increasing your bottom line.

Learn how much you can save by employing a property management virtual assistant.

Portfolio-based management has proven its effectiveness in managing performance, productivity, and profitability. It allows your property management agency to grow whilst maintaining consistent service standards and operational processes. The main downside associated with this structure is that clients may form strong relationships with the portfolio manager rather than the brand. That being said, to ensure optimal brand protection at all times, this structure is designed to easily manage this pitfall by making it flexible enough for properties to be moved from one portfolio to another without any compromisation in their management.

Profit Optimisation Distribution Zones, or PODZ™, although undeniably an effective property management business structure, is not suitable for Property Management Agencies who are just growing their first 50 doors. It should only be implemented for large property management businesses. In this structure, the management employs a portfolio manager as an associate portfolio manager who is expected to meet goals and targets. The role of an associate portfolio manager is to manage a large portfolio of properties and achieve maximum retention, growth, and profitability. As compensation, they receive a percentage of the profit gained from their portfolio.

This property management business structure would require a team that consists of an associate portfolio manager, one or two para-property managers, and a PMC. The associate portfolio manager is responsible for all property management tasks, and that includes training the para-property managers. Trained para-property managers will eventually be assigned their own portfolios. PMCs, on the other hand, help in minimising overhead costs. That being the case, this portrays the perfect structure for a growing business since portfolios can swell by 50% or more, depending on the number of para-property managers. Be that as it may, the main pitfall of this structure still accounts for tasks getting overlooked if the business is not managed with suitable accountability indicators, leading to loss and liability. Therefore, the associate portfolio manager should not only be business-minded but should also have strong leadership qualities in order for this structure to be successful.

Hyper Uberised Business Zones, or HUBZ™, is another structure that ensures business stability and asset protection. HUBZ can only be considered as a viable property management business structure for super agencies managing 2000 or more properties. Each pod must have at least an appointed team leader, six portfolio managers, three PMCs, one leasing consultant, one receptionist, and one ‘floating’ property manager. A portfolio of properties will then be assigned to each portfolio manager like they would under the portfolio-based structure.

HUBZ provides support for your property management business in achieving sustainable growth and profitability. The management of large property management teams and the training and induction of new recruits has been made easy because of this structure. The only downside of this HUBZ is that it’s only effective for super agencies.

Hybrid, in its essence, is a combination of two or more business structures. Unlike the portfolio-based management structure that can be implemented by any agency at any stage, the only best time to implement this structure is when your property management business is growing from one size to another–we refer to this as a ‘transitional phase’. The effectiveness of the hybrid structure depends on what size of the agency you are moving towards. Any structural combination may apply during the transitional phase of the property management business since it is a crucial time to manage team stability, brand protection, and business retention. The Hybrid is known to be the most effective property management business structure to manage your agency that is undergoing a transitional phase to achieve growth and for your brand’s protection.

When it comes to choosing the best property management business structure for your agency, the key is to plan ahead and remain flexible as you grow. This allows you to know, well in advance, the right structure for your business to ensure your agency has the best chance at succeeding.

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Portfolio vs Task-based Property Management: 2023 Pros & Cons

What’s the best way to structure your Property Management Department …portfolio or task-based?

And is it true that the portfolio model gives better service?

Or is that a myth that needs to be debunked?

To answer these questions, we should start with a quick overview of the two different models, so that we’re all on the same page.

The Portfolio (end-to-end) Model

Traditionally, Property Management has been run using a portfolio based approach. (sometimes referred to end-to-end).

In this model, all the tasks associated with a property are completed by their Property Manager.

Their list of duties range from admin, to being on the road doing inspections, to dealing with landlords and tenants.

But increasingly there is a trend of businesses moving towards a task-based model.

The Task-based Model

In a task-based model of Property Management, admin support staff and field service teams support the Property Manager with certain tasks and processes so that their time is spent on more “dollar productive” activities.

So, which model is best?

We don’t believe there is a one size fits all solution, each Real Estate has different needs and unique circumstances. Every business will eventually have to weigh up the pros and cons of the portfolio model and decide if it’s right for them.

So what are the pros and cons of the portfolio model?

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Personal Service

Perception is a very powerful thing, and the “traditional” end-to-end, portfolio style is often perceived by landlords as a more personal service.

Landlords don’t want to have more than one point of contact – and also expect a high level of accountability from their Property Managers.

We don’t believe that it is true that the end-to-end model is inherently superior at providing a personalised service, and is a myth worth debunking.

After all, businesses that use a task-based model dominated the recent RateMyAgent awards, which measure customer service using only verified reviews from real clients.

That’s strong evidence to the contrary.

But the perception remains and that counts as a pro.

The PMs know everything about your property

It can be comforting for landlords and tenants to know that the person they speak to is intimately with their property and history.

While this is a  definitely a Pro, the issue with this over-reliance on one person is self-evident.

What happens if they go on holiday, have a sick day, or emergency to attend?

Or even worse, unexpectedly quit.

The flipside of having a really good Property Manager is that they can be hard to replace, or cover for.

Smaller Agencies

For agencies with smaller rent rolls, the end-to-end model can be more viable than a task-based model. In these businesses it might just make more sense for one person to wear many hats.

There does need to be a certain volume of work to justify moving to a task-based model. Or at least a plan for growth.

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Portfolio size

One of the biggest downsides of the end-to-end model is that it can restrict the capacity of the Property Manager. It is generally accepted that the upper limit of how many properties one PM can handle is around 150.

Anything beyond this places an extreme burden on the Property Manager.

From spending hours on the road going from one inspection to the next, to coming back to the office and finding 100 emails waiting for them, Property Managers are flat out handling a portfolio of this size, let alone anything bigger.

There might be some incredible Property Managers out there who can handle 200 properties, but all it takes is one unexpected emergency and they could be thrown into disarray and fall behind on their work.

Whereas Property Managers who work in businesses that operate on a task-based model are often able to handle portfolios up to 350 properties.

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To be clear, burnout can happen in any model of Property Management, and in any industry. But the end-to-end model can exacerbate the problem.

That is because the role of Property Manager has only gotten more complicated and its workload has only increased.

Legislation changes and increased tenant and landlord expectations mean that more is expected of Property Managers than ever before.

With such demands on the role there can be precious little time left over for professional growth and ongoing training.

Even taking holidays can be difficult, with such an unrelenting workload.

It is little wonder that approximately 30% of Property Managers leave the industry due to stress and burnout .

A hybrid model?

Many of the best Property Management agencies across Australia have weighed up the Pros and Cons of the end-to-end vs task-based approach and have chosen to use a hybrid of the two.

In this model the Property Managers take responsibility for a portfolio, but are not required to do every single task themselves.

They still have total oversight, and crucially are still the point of reference for both landlords and tenants.

The hybrid model aims to balance the perceived service benefits of the end-to-end style with the efficiencies and economies of scale that of the task-based model.

At the end of the day, each agency will have to weigh up the Pros and Cons of portfolio vs task-based Property Management before deciding which model best suits your business.

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Published on May 30, 2014

Property management professionals.

Your property management agency’s team structure could win you more clients. How? The new breed of savvy property investors knows that one team structure makes them money, while the other loses them money.

These property investors are now doing their research and asking more questions such as “What is your agency’s management style ‒ portfolio or task?” to ensure they hire property management agencies that use the money-making team structure: portfolio-based management.

Why do they want portfolio-based property management agencies? As you know, portfolio-based management means a portfolio manager is assigned to them, their property, and their tenants. The portfolio manager’s job is to make sure clients and their respective properties and tenants are cared for at all times. The portfolio manager therefore manages every process, such as maintenance, inspections, marketing, and so on. This leads to a streamlined and efficient management operation that’s favored by property investors because it maximizes communication, service standards and, ultimately, the income made on their investment properties.

What property investors don’t want are agencies where several property managers look after their properties — also known as task-based management.

Why? Because when one agent manages maintenance, one agent manages inspections, one agent manages marketing, and so on for every task, property investors’ potential to make money on their properties decreases because communication and service standards also decrease. Since information must pass from agent to agent before it finally reaches the agent responsible for carrying out the specific task, messages naturally get distorted, which often leads to increased disputes, tasks failing to be carried out, and property investors receiving second-rate service. Property investors don’t want task-based property management agencies managing their properties because such agencies simply increase their risk of losing money.

The new breed of savvy property investors understands that there are two tasks where task-based management is fine. The first is when an agent is tasked to consult with them to select a managing agency (a management consultant). The second is when an agent is tasked to secure tenants for their properties (a leasing consultant). Property investors understand that if portfolio-based property management agencies also have management and leasing consultants, then this is okay.

Therefore, if prospective clients ask you or your property management team about your agency’s management style, your answer should be  portfolio . This shows prospective clients that your agency has an efficient team structure and management operation in place to give clients the greatest potential to maximize income on their investment properties or portfolio. If your agency’s team structure is currently task-based then I suggest you consider changing to portfolio. Portfolio-based management is what the new breed of savvy property investors want, so putting this team structure in place in your agency could very well be the key to streamlining your operations and winning you more clients.

For more information on how to improve your property management business’ operations and service standards so you can answer prospects’ questions correctly and win more clients, download our free ebook:  26 Proven Strategies to Help You Retain Your Team and Clients .

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When you are thinking about setting up or purchasing a rent roll this is one of the biggest considerations you will have to undertake.

Portfolio vs Task Based Property Management

When you are thinking about setting up or purchasing a rent roll this is one of the biggest considerations you will have to undertake. There are many pros and cons to both options, but the decision must come down to your rent roll size, your goals, and your core values. This is also an important consideration if you are a landlord interviewing for your fist property management company or thinking of changing to a new one.

If you only have a small portfolio and are content to just have a natural organic growth rate, then there is little point in even considering task-based, as you will be wasting valuable income on wages, however, if on the other hand you are wanting to grow rapidly and your company is business development orientated then it is worth considering the task-based route. Another consideration is whether or not you are simply profit-based and it all comes down to the bottom line, or whether you are service-based and customer satisfaction and care is a core value. Finally, how will your team cope with the different options, you will need to consider their well-being and ability to work effectively and efficiently under your different structures.

Below are a few of the pros and cons you will need to consider when deciding whether your property management business will be portfolio based or task-based.

Portfolio base property management - pros and cons 

Firstly, let’s define what portfolio-based property management is. Basically, it means your dedicated property manager will be responsible for a set amount of managements and are responsible for taking care of all the tasks associated with the properties in that group. For example, finding new tenants, conducting routine inspections and managing maintenance.

  • Customer service can be enhanced. In the portfolio based system, the property manager is across all aspects of the property and has a relationship with both the owner and tenant making is a more personal experience.
  • At the other extreme though if a property manager has a large portfolio to contend with, customer service can suffer if things get missed or aren’t done correctly.
  • Property managers risk burn out and don’t cope well in a high-stress work environment, this ultimately leads to high staff turn-over.
  • Finding a property manager with competency in all the necessary skills for portfolio-based management can be difficult.
  • You are at the mercy of a good portfolio manager if they go on extended leave or leave suddenly there are often big shoes to fill.
  • The number of managements to a property manager will be caped under this model (100-150 is the general rule of thumb).

Task-based property management - pros and cons 

  • Miscommunication can occur if tasks are clearly defined and roles assigned.
  • Easier to recruit for certain roles, tasks and skillsets, ie Leasing Consultant or Business Development Manager.
  • Retention of your existing team will be easier as you will have a less stressed team and a happier work environment.
  • Better customer service – more time to focus on positive communication initiatives with landlords.
  • Passing the buck or finger-pointing amongst your team. “That is not my responsibility” or “I passed that over to leasing” etc.
  • Issues can take longer to resolve if passed around between tasks.
  • A lot more management per property manager is achievable if say your leasing, routines, and business development is made task-based.

Tips for making task-based property management work

  • The senior property manager is the only person that speaks to or communicates with the Landlord. One client manager per owner.
  • Training should be thorough and tasks ticked off as competency for different tasks is achieved.
  • KPI’s should be set for every task and person responsible.
  • Communication between the team to be clearly defined ie weekly catch up, notes left on files, etc.
  • Utilising outsourcing services when possible this is certainly a means to adjust expenses without affecting customer service.
  • Job descriptions for all personnel.

POD based property management

A new system of property management has recently evolved called the POD. This includes several property managers taking care of a large-sized portfolio, often though the tasks are broken up amongst the different team members, so it is essentially still a task-based model. The pros for this model include a larger portfolio of properties can be managed, if someone leaves suddenly or has holidays the portfolio will still be managed effectively, stress shared amongst the team. The cons include potentially higher wages for more property managers, finger pointing and buck passing, too many people for the landlord to deal with.

If you are a landlord you need to decide exactly what it is you are looking for in a property manager, whether you want one person only to deal with, whether communication and customer service is high on your priority list, or if low fees and efficiency are what you are after. Have your core needs and expectations clear before looking to engage a property manager, you will avoid disappointment down the track.

Portfolio with a few tasks is probably the ideal structure in the modern era of property management. That said keep as a business owner keep an open mind and be prepared to change along the way as your business grows and evolves. Don’t be afraid to address things if they are no longer working and sometimes the best success comes from making a few tough decisions and taking a risk to change things along the way.

iThink Property has a team of real estate agents in Ipswich and Toowoomba offering property sales and property management services. With a passion for people and property, iThink Property was conceived with the notion of building a team of good people to work in a real estate brand that did things differently. iThink Property focuses on transparency, communication, innovation and teamwork and has become a leading independent brand with unique points of difference. So whether you are thinking of buying, selling or renting, think iThink Property.

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6 Best Property Management Software Programs of 2024

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  • Best Property Management Software
  • Things To Consider When Choosing
  • How We Chose

Managing commercial and residential properties and dealing with tenants can be a time-consuming and costly venture. That’s where property management software (PMS) comes in handy. This type of software helps you operate and manage your real estate holdings efficiently. Property management software can also provide the up-to-date information you need to make informed decisions that impact your profitability.

  • Best for Managing Residential Properties: Buildium »
  • Best for Managing Rental Properties: Rent Manager »
  • Best for Managing Short-Term Rentals: Guesty »
  • Best for Managing Residential Rental Buildings: Rentec Direct »
  • Best for Managing Tenants: TenantCloud »
  • Best for Managing HOA and Condo Communities: PayHOA »

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Best for Managing Residential Properties: Buildium

Can manage single or multi-family homes, associations, or commercial properties

Flexible pricing with no minimum unit count

Comprehensive accounting, collections, and payment features

Used by more than 16,000 customers to manage 1.8+ million residential units worldwide

Mixed customer reviews pertaining to customer service

Pricing plans that don't include additional charges like setup fees and per-item costs

Starting with a free online demo and a free 14-day trial, it’s relatively easy to determine if Buildium’s comprehensive suite of scalable features is well suited to your business. This is an all-in-one property management application for automating tasks and helping to manage the most common responsibilities handled by property managers and real estate professionals. The application features an intuitive user interface with plenty of specialized training options. Among its features are full bookkeeping and accounting capabilities, with data migration assistance.

Specifications :

  • Key Features: Handles many aspects of business operations, leasing, accounting, and payments, plus marketing and business performance tracking.
  • Cloud-Based:  Yes
  • Mobile Device Accessibility: Yes
  • Ideal Customer Size: Most commonly used by companies with 10 to 50 employees and between $1 million and $10 million in annual revenue.
  • Customer Service: Onboarding specialists are available, plus ongoing support.
  • Training Options: Online training features dozens of topic-specific video lessons via Buildium Academy.
  • Integrations: Supports 15+ real estate-related applications and services, including Apartments.com, HappyCo, HotPads, MSI, PayNearMe, TransUnion, Zillow, and Zumer.

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Best for Managing Rental Properties: Rent Manager Property Management Software

Handles accounting, business operations, maintenance, reporting, marketing, and leasing

Suitable for residential housing, commercial, associations, student housing, and RV park/campgrounds

More than 150 integrations with software applications and real estate services.

Available as a stand-alone application or a more robust cloud-based application (Rental Manager Online), with a free demo available.

Rent Manager downloadable software less capable than cloud-based Rent Manager Online

Some complaints about user-friendliness

More focused on residential properties than commercial properties

Rent Manager is a well-established property management application that’s capable of handling real estate portfolios of any size or type. The application offers a comprehensive feature set that can be tailored and scaled to a business’ needs.

The application was introduced back in 1982 and has evolved to serve as property management and accounting software, with the ability to handle tasks such as work order management, revenue management, budgeting, forecasting, and task automation. You also get marketing and online leasing tools, plus customizable reporting and the ability to integrate with your vendors.

  • Key Features:  Offers accounting, business operations, maintenance, reporting, marketing, and leasing tools, primarily for residential property management
  • Cloud-Based: Offers stand-alone or cloud-based version
  • Mobile Device Accessibility: Yes (for accessing Rent Manager Online)
  • Ideal Customer Size: Suitable for any size business
  • Customer Service: Phone assistance available on weekdays between 8 am and 7 pm (EST), along with online-based support and help options.
  • Training Options: Offers online training with three separate Rent Manager Certifications
  • Integrations: 150+ integrations with applications and real estate services, including AmRent for resident screening, LeaseTrak for renters insurance, and ZeGo for online resident payments.

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Best for Managing Short-Term Rentals: Guesty

Support for managing properties listed through Airbnb, Hopper, Vrbo, Booking.com, Expedia, and similar services, while integrating all booking channels into one central inbox.

Offers a direct reservation option with specialized and secure guest communication tools.

Can create customized reports with more than 65 different parameters, including your own custom fields and filters.

In addition to the regular fee to use Guesty, there’s a one-time onboarding fee, plus a charge of between 2% and 5% on all bookings. Certain other free services (including some guest communication tools) are offered at an additional cost.

Whether you own and operate one short-term rental property or several dozen, Guesty is a single cloud-based application that handles all key aspects of property management, with comprehensive integration with all of the popular short-term rental services like Airbnb. From managing property listings to revenue management, managing guest experiences, bookkeeping, and remotely managing smart locks, Guesty can be used from any Internet-connected computer or mobile device.

  • Key Features:  Accounting, analytics, automation tools, guest CRM, reservations management, multi-unit management, multi-calendar management, task management, unified inbox, smart lock manager, and more.
  • Cloud-Based: Yes
  • Ideal Customer Size: Any short-term rental property owner or manager
  • Customer Service: Telephone and online-based support
  • Training Options: Extensive online help center featuring video training, tutorials and articles
  • Integrations: Dozens of integrations

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Best for Managing Residential Rental Buildings: Rentec Direct

Ideal for self-managing properties

Provides specialized accounting tools for property management companies

Includes tools for managing leases, tenants, and vacancies

Syncs financial transactions between the application and your bank

Includes comprehensive work order management system, electronic vendor payments, credit reporting, and a tenant portal

Customer service not offered 24/7

No rental form templates included

Extra cost for applicant screening and certain other services

Rentec offers two versions of its application. Rentec Pro is specifically for landlords, while Rentec PM is designed primarily for property managers. Both offer a comprehensive selection of tools for managing any size properties and their tenants. Both versions are cloud-based and offer a colorful user interface. Unlimited online training and onboarding support (including data migration) is included. The application is currently used by more than 15,000 landlords and residential property managers.

  • Key Features: Offers property accounting of income and expenses, with custom report generation. Handles all aspects of managing a residential rental property, including business operations
  • Mobile Device Accessibility: Yes (for the tenant portal)
  • Ideal Customer Size: Any size residential rental property
  • Customer Service: Unlimited U.S.-based support
  • Training Options: Free, online-based training
  • Integrations: Multiple integration options for banks, accounting applications (including Quickbooks), cloud-based data storage services, electronic signature services, and other real estate-related services.

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Best for Managing Tenants: TenantCloud

Can manage applicants and tenants, marketing, and finances

Ideal for small landlords managing residential rental properties and tenants

Integrates with numerous applications

Impressive and customizable reporting features with the ability to export to Excel or PDF

Tenant-paid 3.5% fee plus $0.30 per transaction for credit/debit card payments made by tenants

Debit/credit card payments received within two to three business days and ACH payments within five to seven business days

TenantCloud is a cloud-based application for landlords that makes it easy to list a property, collect applications, move in a tenant, accept rent payments made online, and handle maintenance issues. It also facilitates communication with tenants using a messenger app, mobile app, property message board, and email. The application offers an intuitive user interface and is scalable. When it comes to managing maintenance, for example, TenantCloud allows property managers to track labor time, supplies, materials, and all expenses associated with each request. It also allows for interaction with vendors and the management of equipment rental and scheduling, for example.

  • Key Features: All plans offer online rent payments, maintenance management, tax reporting, e-signature collection, and a CRM for leads and tenant tracking. Higher-priced plans offer more robust property management tools, a lease builder, landlord forms, Quickbooks integration, and more. The application also offers a variety of reporting tools.
  • Mobile Device Accessibility: Proprietary mobile app
  • Customer Service:  Online help center, an interactive message board, and telephone technical support are available.
  • Training Options: Online-based video tutorials and text-based guides, as well as a blog and podcasts, are offered to TenantCloud users
  • Integrations: Numerous integrations for accounting applications (including Quickbooks), as well as software and online-based real estate and financial services

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Best for Managing HOA and Condo Communities: PayHOA

Includes comprehensive and customizable HOA member portal

Bookkeeping and accounting tools offered, with integration with popular accounting software

Handles maintenance, architectural, and general questions from members in one place

Easy violation tracking and enforcement

Lack of customization for certain administration features

Limited report generation compared to some competitors

PayHOA is a great application for self-managed HOAs. It’s a well-established cloud-based tool currently in use by more than 23,000 homeowners associations. Use PayHOA to handle the unique needs of the community and HOAs, including the collection of online payments and communicating with members. Dues collection, A.R. reporting, bank sync and reconciliation, full accounting capabilities, customizable forms for maintenance and work orders, and online invoicing are among the application's other key functions.

PayHOA can also handle member voting, calendar management, and member message boards via a member portal. Document storage and file sharing, plus online violation management make it easier to manage all aspects of an HOA.

  • Key Features: PayHOA offers a single portal for homeowners to make online payments, view payment history and important documents, submit requests, and update contact information. At the same time, it offers property managers the tools needed to manage all aspects of a HOA.
  • Ideal Customer Size: Any size HOA
  • Customer Service: Online and phone support available
  • Training Options: Online tutorials and video-based training, including a blog for HOA managers
  • Integrations: Integrations with banks, accounting software, and other real estate management tools

The Bottom Line

Our top choice, Buildium, offers a comprehensive suite of scalable features and is a great all-in-one property management application. It can automate tasks other wise assist property managers and real estate professionals as well as, or better than, any of the others we looked at. Plus it has flexible pricing with no minimum unit count; it can manage single or multifamily homes, associations, or commercial properties; and it offers comprehensive accounting, collections, and payment features.

Things To Consider When Choosing Property Management Software

There are literally dozens of property management applications available. Some are cloud-based, while others are installed locally onto a computer or company’s network. Many of these applications cater to the needs of landlords or property managers handling specific types of residential or commercial properties and their respective tenants.

To choose the best property management software for your needs, first, determine what you require the software to do and what tasks you want to be more automated. Also, ensure compatibility with the other applications and the technology your business is already using.

“The more features your property management software has, the better. Ideally, you'll get everything on a single platform," explains Leonard Ang, the CEO of iProperty Management Leasing . "This will not only make your workflow much simpler, but it will also save you a lot in onboarding and training costs.”

Let’s take a look at 10 of the most important things to consider when choosing this type of application.

The Application’s Core Focus:  Every PMS application focuses on different types of users and business needs, such as short- or long-term rentals, managing condos or HOAs, or managing commercial properties. Some are highly specialized, while others are much broader in terms of how the application’s functions and tools can be customized by individual users (i.e. landlords, property owners, and property managers).

Key Features and Functions: Each PMS application offers a core set of modules or feature tiers for handling tasks like finance/accounting, maintenance management, tenant management, managing vendors, online payments from tenants, contact management, reservations, and reporting.

“In my opinion, the four key features to seek out are security, multiple levels of users, communication channels so that notes about units, guests, and owners are organized in an efficient manner, and automations that make everyone’s life easier," says Chris Engelsman, director of marketing at the vacation property management company All Seasons Resort Lodging . "People can best use property management software to make sure all of their teams are working in unison and have current info for each property, guest, and owner."

Ease of Use and Its User Interface: Choose a PMS application that's easy to use and offers a simple and intuitive interface that key personnel will be able to operate with the least amount of training and ongoing support possible. Meanwhile, if the application allows tenants to access the system to submit maintenance requests or pay rent, this interface needs to be readily accessible, as well as quick and easy to use.

Accounting and Finance Tracking Capabilities: While many PMS applications have integrated bookkeeping, accounting functionality, and financial reporting capabilities, make sure the application you select integrates with any other accounting application you already use. This is important even if you plan to migrate all of your bookkeeping and accounting tasks to the PMS application, as you want all of your existing data to seamlessly be able to transfer between applications as needed.

Management of Maintenance Requests and Scheduling: Again, when choosing a PMS application to handle specific tasks, make sure the software is compatible with your current workflow and the needs of your key personnel, vendors, and/or tenants.

Reporting Tools: The best PMS applications offer a wide range of reporting tools, like expense, income, and profitability tracking for any selected time frame. Reports should provide the information you need in a format that’s easy to understand and visually appealing.

Scalability: Be sure to select PMS software that’s able to seamlessly scale to your needs.

Integration and Compatibility: Most businesses rely on a wide range of applications to handle core operations and management. Data should be able to sync or be easily transferred between the applications you use.

Pricing: The cost of utilizing property management software varies greatly. When choosing the right application for your business, make sure you’re not being forced to pay for features and functions you don’t need.

Integrated Security, File Management, and Data Protection: Data security and encryption, client privacy, and secure file management should all be major concerns. Determine exactly how the PMS application you select handles these and other security-related issues before you start relying upon it.

“Anytime you're dealing with personal data, especially financial data, security is paramount," says Shri Ganeshram, a seasoned real estate expert and CEO of Awning.com . "It's a two-fold challenge: protecting against external breaches and ensuring the software itself isn't misusing the data. Always opt for software with strong encryption, regular audits, and a clear privacy policy."

How We Chose Property Management Software

Our contributor Jason R. Rich did extensive research on PMS applications. He then conducted interviews with several business leaders and property management experts to help create this roundup of the best property management software.

Experts he talked to include Leonard Ang, the CEO of iPropertyManagement Leasing , an online resource for landlords and real estate investors; Andrew Lokenauth , an experienced landlord from Tampa Bay, Florida with a degree in finance, who has held leadership positions at JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs and Citi; Shri Ganeshram, a seasoned real estate expert and CEO of Awning.com , a San Francisco-based company that focuses on the short-term rental business; and Chris Engelsman, director of marketing at All Seasons Resort Lodging , a Park City, Utah-based company that manages vacation rental properties in Park City, Santa Fe and San Diego.

For the property management software applications featured in this roundup, Jason evaluated key features, ease of use, training and customer service availability, the reporting tools offered, compatibility and integration with other applications, the types of properties the application is best suited to help manage, and pricing. He also considered what set each PMA apart from its competition.

Although Jason placed each PMA into a specific category based on the type of real estate business that could benefit the most from using it, the majority of the applications featured in this roundup can assist with the management and day-to-day operation of residential, HOA, apartment, condo, short- or long-term rentals, and/or commercial properties.

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Property Management Software FAQ

If you've been handling business management and financial tasks manually or by using many different spreadsheets, you definitely need property management software. It will make your life much easier by automating and streamlining many aspects of your day-to-day operations. 

Likewise, if you’re currently using several different applications to handle various tasks, using PMS will integrate many essential tasks and responsibilities into a single application.

This depends a lot on which PMS application you use and the core focus and scale of your business. The goal is to consolidate and automate many of the tasks associated with the day-to-day operation of your business and help you better understand and manage its finances while helping you more efficiently juggle your responsibilities and tenants’ needs.

“For even a single rental property, there's a tremendous amount of information to keep track of," Ang says. Rent payments, insurance, property taxes, utility bills, maintenance requests, lease applicants, and listings for the property are all pretty common. Multiply that by a whole apartment complex or a portfolio of properties, and it quickly becomes overwhelming. PMS is an all-in-one platform for landlords to manage all of these clerical tasks."

Look for rent collection, tenant screening, maintenance requests, and property reports, adds Andrew Lokenauth , an experienced landlord who has a degree in finance and who has held leadership positions at JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, and Citi. "The software should easily be able to generate reports on rent payments, tenant activity, and maintenance requests, for example,” he says.

Some property management software can be purchased outright, typically for thousands or tens of thousands of dollars. However, the current trend is for these applications to utilize a monthly subscription model. In this case, pricing is often based on the size and number of properties you need to manage and/or the application features you plan to utilize.

Monthly pricing varies greatly, ranging from as little as $1.00 per unit per month to a flat rate of hundreds or a few thousand dollars per month for unlimited use of the application and its functions.

More efficiently being able to manage multiple properties and/or multiple units within a property is the core focus of property management software.

Tracking property performance, occupancy, and maintenance issues are typically key features offered by property management software applications. Again, when choosing PMS, determine what reporting and finance-related options are offered and make sure they align with your business needs.

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9 Property Management Checklists to Keep Your Rental Processes on Track

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There’s a growing need for process documentation in real estate

Managing properties isn’t just about real estate — it’s just as much about relationships.

You have to track conversations and deal statuses across multiple landlords, tenants, and applicants in addition to managing the properties themselves. It’s high-touch, high-urgency, and high-stress work.

Especially if you don’t have the first clue about processes.

If you take a peek at the numbers , you’ll see the BPM in real estate market is expected to grow at a rate of 24.8% between 2016 and 2021.

Property management firms are beginning to place a greater focus on improving business efficiency because that enables them to deliver their clients a superior service.

To turn your disorganized business around, creating a modern, automated system for documenting processes is an absolute must.

“A habit of highly successful property managers is creating step-by-step playbooks and standardized processes for everything. This documentation not only ensures consistency and operational efficiency but also shortens the amount of time required to train up new staff.” – Silvia Liu, 7 Habits of Highly Succesful Property Managers

Market research analysis conducted by Research N Reports drives this message home by claiming that the increasing need for accurate process documentation is a key driver of property management software adoption.

Improve your processes from tenant screening to building maintenance

Consistently delivering high-quality services can often feel like a daunting assignment that is sure to induce heavy doses of stress. Whether it’s troublesome tenants, micromanaging landlords or costly legal troubles, things will inevitably go wrong, especially when external factors are making things increasingly complicated.

Even if you have the most comprehensive tenant screening process in place, you will surely face the unpleasant task of evicting a tenant at some point. A smooth relationship with every tenant simply cannot be guaranteed.

Similarly, you can never know how relationships with the landlords you represent are going to develop years or even months down the line.

If you are not prepared for all possible eventualities and armed with a set of clear processes to follow, then the heavy doses of stress will evolve into a string of hellish headaches!

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So, to make your life a little easier, we’ve gone ahead and created a set of property management  checklists to help you master essential rental processes from tenant screening to apartment building maintenance.

In this post, I’m going to provide you with a brief outline of each along with some guidance on how they can help you improve the way you get stuff done!

If you want to dive in and go straight to the checklists, here they are:

Tenant Screening Checklist

Tenant onboarding checklist, tenant move-out checklist for landlords, tenant eviction checklist, landlord screening checklist, landlord onboarding checklist, landlord offboarding checklist, apartment building maintenance checklist, maintenance log setup checklist.

And to help you get the most value out of these checklists, check out this Process Street webinar where we explain the tips and tricks of using Process Street to manage your property workflows.

tenant screening checklist

Screening prospective tenants is arguably the most important aspect of property management.

If the landlord being represented feels confident that you are bringing in the most suitable people, you are off to a great start.

This is, however, easier said than done.

While it is unrealistic to believe you will onboard the ideal tenant every time, this checklist will walk you through all of the necessary steps to complete a comprehensive screening process and make it more likely that you’ll find excellent tenants you can trust.

Click here to get the tenant screening checklist

tenant onboarding checklist

Once you’ve found someone who has passed your screening process with flying colors, you need to guide them through a smooth onboarding that makes both you and the new tenant feel comfortable with the lease agreement.

It’s important that both parties understand their responsibilities and play their part according to the expectations set in the agreement – before you hand over the keys.

This checklist takes you through the steps to completing a lease agreement, receiving initial payments and setting up ongoing communication with both the tenant and the landlord.

Click here to get the tenant onboarding checklist

tenant move-out checklist for landlords

It’s time for a tenant to vacate the property, and you’d like the process to go as smoothly as possible.

This checklist is designed to take you from confirming a move-out date to conducting a thorough inspection of the property and concluding with the return of the tenant’s security deposit in good time.

A quick, stress-free move-out process is essential to business efficiency as it enables you to onboard a new tenant without delay, and avoids potential legal battles with the former tenant.

Click here to get the tenant move-out checklist for landlords

tenant eviction checklist

Approximately 3.7 million Americans have experienced eviction , with rental insecurity affecting nearly one in five.

Evicting a tenant is always the last resort. The process of eviction is costly and stressful for all parties involved, making it a lose-lose situation.

Unfortunately, it is sometimes the only option, in which case it is absolutely essential that the process is handled with extreme care and attention, and with the guidance of real estate attorney.

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This checklist will help you navigate the complex, legal path of eviction procedures so you can deal with the situation in the most efficient way possible while remaining compliant with federal and state laws.

Click here to get the tenant eviction checklist

landlord screening checklist

Landlords are your clients. While any business would naturally want as many clients as possible, the balance between quality and quantity is extremely important in the world of property management.

Some landlords can be an absolute nightmare to work with, especially those that refuse to respect the work that you do or see the value of your services, and are constantly attempting to micromanage.

A simple landlord screening process can make all the difference.

This checklist will help you understand whether or not a particular landlord is a good fit for your agency, and provide you with valuable information that will drastically improve the chances of beginning what will be a long and fruitful relationship.

Click here to get the landlord screening checklist

landlord onboarding checklist

The landlord onboarding period provides an excellent opportunity for you to separate yourself from the competition.

It is also one of the most overlooked aspects of property management.

Much like the client onboarding process for other industries, there are certain steps you can take when beginning to represent a landlord that will help create a trusting relationship.

By setting the tone for the high level of quality service that your clients should come to expect, the risk of early termination will be greatly reduced.

This checklist is designed to pick up from where the screening process left off. It will guide you through sending a professional welcome packet to establishing payment records that will help you get the ball rolling.

Click here to get the landlord onboarding checklist

landlord offboarding checklist

When a landlord decides they would like to terminate the management contract, there are a number of important things that need to be done by the property manager to verify their reason and to terminate the agreement in a way that is fully compliant with legal requirements.

Without a proper process, you could find yourself involved in costly legal proceedings with a landlord who claims that you have breached the contract.

This checklist will guide you through the process of offboarding a landlord in the most efficient way possible.

Click here to get the landlord offboarding checklist

apartment building maintenance checklist

Conducting regular maintenance checks and coordinating repairs is, of course, a major responsibility for property managers.

While many of the inspections will be focused on specific apartments or houses, there is a need to do comprehensive building maintenance checks on a semi-annual basis.

Having a clear process in place means that a potentially arduous task can be completed with relative ease, and repair needs can be identified early on to avoid unnecessary expenditures.

This checklist will walk you through what to inspect in all of the various aspects of an apartment building and can be a hugely valuable piece of documentation for your records when reviewing maintenance work with the landlord.

Click here to get the apartment building maintenance checklist

maintenance log setup checklist

There are a bunch of sophisticated software tools out there for the performance and tracking of building maintenance.

You may well be using one of them already.

While a simple maintenance log cannot provide you with intricate technological capabilities, it is a fantastic way to have a snapshot overview of all maintenance activities.

This checklist will guide you through the setup process of a maintenance log that often proves to be an incredibly useful document for property managers and maintenance supervisors.

Click here to get the maintenance log setup checklist

Supercharge these checklists with process automation

All of these checklists have been created with the knowledge that property management is a complex area of business, and that you will have your own embedded processes that work best for you.

They have also been built with automation in mind. If you don’t have any automation set up in your business yet, don’t worry. It’s surprisingly easy to get started, and can save you from being stuck in admin hell.

Process Street offers a wide range of automation capabilities through our integration with Zapier that allows you to setup various trigger-based actions to connect our checklists with the tools that you already use.

For example, when you log a new client in your CRM, a landlord onboarding checklist could be automatically run and assigned to the relevant individuals to get the process started.

Here are some more ideas of specific tasks you could automate:

  • Email a prospective tenant a rental application when pre-screening tasks are completed
  • Create and assign a tenant onboarding checklist when a prospective tenant is approved in your CRM
  • Pass landlord data between Process Street and your CRM during the screening-onboarding handoff
  • Schedule a welcome packet send date when a management agreement is signed with a landlord
  • Send the landlord a building maintenance report upon completion of the maintenance checklist

Find out how to integrate Process Street with apps you use every day , like HelloSign for contracts or Salesforce for managing relationships with landlords.

A couple of other helpful resources

Property management companies across the US are using our checklists to create a home for their process documentation, assign team members to specific tasks, and track all progress from a one-screen dashboard.

Check out how Dodson Property Management manages 3500 homes using Process Street.

Forrester predicts that automation can cut operating costs by up to 90%! If you’d like to read more about why this is so important and how you can further automate your business processes, download our ebook, The Ultimate Guide to Business Process Automation .

The guide will walk you through:

  • What automation is
  • Why you should be using it in your business
  • Methods to let you get started

and much more …

Looking for other checklists?

Take a peek at some of the other checklist packs below to see which ones you can implement in your business.

  • 8 Free Real Estate Checklists to Maximize Your Profits
  • 9 Checklists to Drive Your Sales Processes
  • 4 Checklists to Perfect Your Client Onboarding Process
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  • 6 Checklists to Perfect your New Employee Onboarding Processes

Be sure to sign up for a Process Street account to start using all these checklists, and let us know how you get on!

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Alex is a content writer at Process Street who enjoys traveling, reading, meditating, and is almost always listening to jazz or techno. You can find him on LinkedIn here

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15 Must-Have Skills for Successful Property Management

Jennifer Torres

In the ever-changing world of real estate, property managers play a critical role in helping property owners maintain and grow their investments. With a diverse set of responsibilities, property managers need to have a wide range of skills to be successful in their roles. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the top 15 skills that every property manager should have, providing insights and tips on how to attain these skills to excel in the industry.

Table of contents

What is a Property Manager?

Why are skills important, top 15 skills for property managers, maintaining a positive relationship with tenants, maintaining a positive relationship with property owners, how to become a property manager.

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A property manager is a professional who is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of rental properties on behalf of property owners. Their duties include managing tenants, handling maintenance and repairs, marketing properties, and ensuring legal compliance. Property managers serve as the crucial link between property owners and tenants, ensuring that both parties are satisfied and that the property remains profitable.

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Having the right skills can make all the difference in the world of property management. With the right blend of technical and interpersonal abilities, property managers can ensure a smooth and profitable experience for property owners, while maintaining high tenant satisfaction. These skills enable successful property managers to navigate the complexities of the job while effectively managing their time and resources.

1. Strong Communication

Why it’s important : Effective communication is the backbone of any successful property manager’s job. From handling tenant inquiries to negotiating with vendors, clear and concise communication is vital in maintaining strong relationships and ensuring smooth operations.

Tips for improvement: To improve your communication skills, consider enrolling in public speaking or writing courses, joining a local Toastmasters club, or practicing active listening techniques to better understand the needs and concerns of others.

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2. Excellent Organization

Why it’s important : Property managers juggle numerous tasks simultaneously, requiring a high level of organization to stay on top of everything. Being organized ensures that important tasks don’t fall through the cracks and helps maintain a professional image.

Tips for improvement: Utilize digital tools such as task management software, create detailed checklists, and establish a routine to keep your work organized and efficient.

3. Marketing

Why it’s important : Marketing skills help property managers attract potential tenants, fill vacancies quickly, and maintain high occupancy rates. They also play a role in showcasing the property’s value to potential investors prospective tenants.

Tips for improvement : Stay up-to-date with current marketing trends, learn about search engine optimization, and familiarize yourself with various digital marketing platforms. Consider taking online courses or attending workshops to improve your marketing skills.

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4. Tech-Savviness

Why it’s important: The real estate industry is rapidly embracing digital tools, making tech-savviness essential for modern property managers. Technology can streamline processes, enhance communication, and provide valuable insights for decision-making.

Tips for improvement: Stay informed about the latest property management software and digital tools, attend industry conferences and webinars, and invest in ongoing technology training to stay ahead of the curve.

5. Customer Service Skills

Why it’s important: Property managers must provide exceptional customer service to both property owners and tenants. This skill is crucial in maintaining tenant satisfaction, increasing retention rates, and building a positive reputation.

Tips for improvement: Develop your empathy and active listening skills, practice patience and politeness, and always strive to exceed expectations in your interactions with clients and tenants.

6. Knowledge of Relevant Landlord-Tenant Laws

Why it’s important: Property managers must be well-versed in local, state, and federal landlord-tenant laws to ensure compliance, avoid costly disputes, and protect the interests of property owners.

Tips for improvement: Regularly review landlord-tenant laws, subscribe to industry newsletters and updates, and attend seminars or workshops to stay informed about legal changes and best practices.

7. Financial Management

Why it’s important : Property managers are responsible for managing the financial aspects of rental properties, such as rent collection, budgeting rent payments, and expense tracking. Strong financial management skills help ensure that the property remains profitable and well-maintained.

Tips for improvement: Learn about basic accounting principles, utilize property management software with financial tracking features, and consider taking financial management courses to enhance your understanding of budgets, cash flow, and financial analysis.

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8. Vendor Management

Why it’s important: Property managers must coordinate with various vendors for maintenance, repairs, and other services. Effective vendor management ensures that work is completed on time, within budget, and at a high-quality standard.

Tips for improvement: Build strong relationships with reliable vendors, develop clear expectations and communication channels, and regularly evaluate vendor performance to ensure the best possible service.

9. Negotiation Skills

Why it’s important: Property managers often negotiate on behalf of property owners, whether it’s with tenants, vendors, or contractors. Effective negotiation skills can lead to favorable outcomes and cost savings.

Tips for improvement: Practice negotiation techniques, attend workshops or courses on negotiation, and learn from experienced professionals to develop and refine your negotiation skills.

10. Adaptability and Problem Solving

Why it’s important: Property management is an ever-changing field that requires the ability to adapt to new situations and solve problems quickly. Property managers must be able to think on their feet and find creative solutions to challenges.

Tips for improvement: Cultivate a growth mindset, seek feedback from others, and continually challenge yourself to learn and grow in your role.

11. Time Management

Why it’s important: With many tasks and responsibilities to juggle in day to day operations, property managers must be able to manage their time efficiently to ensure everything gets done in a timely manner.

Tips for improvement: Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance, delegate when appropriate, and develop routines that maximize productivity.

12. Networking

Why it’s important: Building a strong professional network can open doors to new opportunities, resources, professional development and partnerships that can benefit both property managers and their clients.

Tips for improvement: Attend industry events, join local real estate and other property management companies and associations, and engage with other professionals on social media platforms to build connections and expand your network.

13. Attention to Detail

Why it’s important: Property managers must pay close attention to detail when reviewing lease agreements, inspecting properties, and managing finances. This skill helps prevent errors and ensures the highest level of service for property owners and tenants.

Tips for improvement : Develop a systematic approach to reviewing documents and property inspections, and practice mindfulness to improve focus and concentration.

14. Conflict Resolution

Why it’s important: Property managers may encounter conflicts between tenants, with property owners, or even with vendors. The ability to resolve conflicts effectively is essential for the tenant relations and maintaining a harmonious and productive work environment.

Tips for improvement: Learn conflict resolution techniques, practice active listening, and maintain a calm and professional demeanor when dealing with disputes.

15. Teamwork and Collaboration

Why it’s important: Property managers often work with a team of professionals, including leasing agents, maintenance staff, and other property managers. Effective teamwork and collaboration are essential for achieving goals and maintaining a high level of service.

Tips for improvement: Develop strong interpersonal skills, practice clear and open communication, and be willing to support and assist your team members when needed.

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As a property manager, your tenants are your customers, and it’s crucial to build and maintain a positive relationship with them. Good communication and responsiveness are the keys to a successful relationship with tenants. Ensure that you respond to their inquiries and complaints promptly and professionally. Listen to their concerns, and work towards finding a mutually beneficial solution. Regularly inspect the rental units and ensure they are well-maintained to show your tenants that you care about their living conditions. Encourage feedback from tenants to improve the property management experience. When a tenant decides to move out, take the time to understand why they are leaving and use this information to improve your property management services. Maintaining a positive relationship with your tenants not only increases tenant retention but also enhances your reputation as a reliable and trustworthy property manager.

As a property manager, it’s important to maintain a positive relationship with property owners as well as tenants. Property owners are the ones who have entrusted you with their investment, so it’s important to keep them informed and up-to-date on the status of their property. Clear and frequent communication is key to maintaining a positive relationship with property owners. It’s important to be transparent and honest about any issues that arise, whether it’s for maintenance issues, or tenant-related. Providing regular reports and updates on the property’s performance and any necessary repairs or improvements can help to build trust and demonstrate your commitment to the property owner’s investment. Another way to build a positive relationship with property owners is to be proactive in identifying potential issues and finding solutions before they become bigger problems. Ultimately, a strong relationship with the property owner can lead to long-term business relationships and potentially referrals to other property owners.

Becoming a property manager often starts with gaining experience in the real estate or property management field. Many professionals begin their careers as leasing agents, building maintenance, staff, or administrative assistants and gradually work their way up. Some property managers enter the industry with a background in customer service, finance, or a related field. It’s important to familiarize yourself with local regulations and licensing requirements, as some states require property managers to hold a real estate license or a specific property management certification. Pursuing relevant certifications, such as those offered by the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) or the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM) , can further demonstrate your commitment to the profession and enhance your credibility. By combining experience, education, and the development of the top 15 skills outlined in this blog post, you’ll be well on your way to a successful career in property management.

In conclusion, property management is not an easy job, but it can be highly rewarding if you have the right skills and mindset. The top 15 skills listed in this article are all essential for being a successful property manager, and each one plays a critical role in managing a rental property effectively. While it may seem overwhelming to try to develop all of these property manager skills all at once, remember that property management is a journey, and you can work on improving your skills gradually over time.

Additionally, as you work to develop your property management skills, be sure to focus on the areas where you have the most room for improvement. Take advantage of online resources and training courses to help you learn and grow. Attend conferences and events in your area to connect with other property managers and learn from their experiences. Finally, don’t be afraid to seek feedback from tenants and property owners on how you can improve your property management team practices.

With the right mindset, dedication, and willingness to learn, anyone can become a successful property manager. Remember that you are not just managing properties, but you are also managing people’s homes and investments. By developing your communication, organization, technical, marketing, financial, and customer service skills, you can help your tenants feel at home and your property owners feel confident in their investments.

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Property Management Automation: Top 9 Tasks You Can Automate to Make Your Job Easier

by Katie Kistler | Property Management Software

Property manager automation helps improve operations

  • Property management automation is meant to make your job easier. Don’t overwhelm yourself by trying to automate everything all at once.
  • Property management automation can save each staff member from spending hours completing repetitive tasks.
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It’s not easy being a property manager. In addition to being the point of contact for all residents and staff at your property, you oversee a multitude of tasks and processes to keep the building operating smoothly. Luckily, property management automation will help streamline those repetitive tasks and save you time.

As a result, you can focus on the areas that need your personal attention. If you’re not sure how to start automating parts of your job, you’ve come to the right place! From property management software to package delivery systems, there are dozens of tools to help simplify your day-to-day life.

This guide breaks down the top eight tasks that property managers should automate.  Simultaneously, it will demystify property management automation.

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What is property management automation?

Top 9 tasks property managers should automate.

Property management automation refers to any tools or processes that reduce your manual workload by letting technology work for you. Software, apps, and other tools will streamline your operations, simplify workflows , and automate away your repetitive tasks.

This doesn’t mean you have to automate everything or replace your building’s staff with technology. It simply means making your (and your staff’s) most time-consuming tasks easier to handle. At the same time, automation will optimize your management techniques.

Recent years have presented a new wave of tenants, primarily millennials and Gen Zers. These renters expect their residences to keep up to date with technology. By adopting property management automation, you’ll make your job easier while pleasing your residents.

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AI property management

AI (artificial intelligence) property management refers to using technology that imitates human intelligence to complete management tasks. Generally, AI technologies use machine learning to analyze data and make decisions or improve operations based on that data.

A 2021 study by Clockify found that workers spend 219 hours per year “on repetitive services and tasks that could be easily automated.” Property management is a unique industry because a disproportionately large number of tasks fall into this category.

As a property manager, it may seem like your work never ends. In fact, you’re the primary point of contact for all staff, residents, leasing agents, and contractors. Because of this, you must use the time you have efficiently.

The easiest way to do this is to implement AI tools.

How does AI help property management?

AI helps property management by automating redundant tasks and using machine learning to continually improve how it performs those processes.

To begin with, think of tasks you have to be present for to complete. For instance, many property managers are pulled away from pressing work to facilitate lease renewals , collect rent payments, or accept package deliveries. If that is your case, AI can help you.

One common example of AI in property management is AI leasing assistants. AI leasing assistants complement real human leasing agents by being available 24/7 when staff members aren’t working. Rather than letting a human agent field all inquiries from prospects, you can use an AI assistant to automatically respond via text or email to prospects.

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Compared to traditional property management, enhancing property management with automation can seem intimidating. But if you approach one task at a time, you’ll find your property running smoother than ever.

Here are the top 9 tasks property managers can automate:

  • Lease renewals
  • Package and delivery management
  • Rent payments
  • Facilitating apartment tours
  • Staff recruitment
  • Maintenance request management
  • Granting property access to residents and guests
  • Tenant screening
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1. Lease renewals

It’s incredibly easy to automate the lease renewal process! Using software like Visual Lease or AppFolio, you can enter lease terms when a tenant moves in.

Then, when their lease renewal date is approaching, the software will automatically send them your personalized lease renewal email. This email can contain information on how to proceed with renewing their lease, changes in rent, and more.

If a resident chooses to renew, the software can then prepare and send them a renewal contract. Once signed by the tenant, it’ll make its way to you. Altogether, automating lease renewals reduces your work to the final step: signing off!

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2. Package and delivery management

Implementing a package management system at your property will increase convenience for you, your residents, and couriers.

There are a few package delivery systems to choose from:

  • Package room
  • Package lockers
  • Off-site package storage and drop-off program
  • Package management software

For best results, set up a package room in your building — and control access to it with a smart video intercom. With a package room system, you can grant property access to couriers remotely and automatically notify residents of deliveries via their smartphones.

Installing a package room can dramatically reduce property management operating expenses and increase your property’s NOI.

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3. Rent payments

Collecting rent online with automatic reminders is one of the easiest ways to save yourself time. Not only will establishing an automated rent payment system streamline your business, but it’ll also appeal to your tenants.

Nowadays, most tenants prefer digital banking. By offering a digital rent payment option, you’ll appeal to more prospective residents. Furthermore, you’ll make rent payments more convenient for both you and your tenants.

Many online rent payment systems will send your residents automatic reminders when their payment is due. What’s more, these systems will notify you and your resident if there is a transaction error. This will greatly reduce your workload of collecting late and overdue payments.

4. Facilitating apartment tours

Do you have vacant units that need to be filled but no time to facilitate multiple showings? You can offer self-guided tours using property management automation tools to save time, money, and energy.

With self-guided tours, you can show vacancies to more people, increasing your chances of signing a lease faster. Moreover, prospective residents will be happy to tour a property with a flexible touring schedule. You get to showcase your property’s willingness to please residents before they even step foot on site.

You can completely automate the touring process by investing in:

  • A self-guided touring app or platform. Companies that provide these platforms make it simple — all you have to do is add a link to a booking platform to your website. From there, prospects provide their information and ID and choose a time to tour the building.
  • A smart access control system . When prospects arrive at the building, they can use an automatically generated virtual key to gain property access and unlock doors within the building.

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5. Staff recruitment

The last thing you want to do with your time at work is spend hours searching for new employees. Thankfully, there is software built to screen applicants before you even get your hands on a resume.

Recruiting software scans submitted resumes to flag possible good fits for your job posting.

This way, you can just review a few highly qualified candidates instead of sifting through a pile of resumes.

6. Maintenance request management

Maintenance requests are of the most disruptive realities of multifamily living.

Keeping up with property maintenance is necessary to ensure resident satisfaction and safety. But filtering maintenance requests through property management prolongs the time between request filing and completion.

By automating maintenance requests using software, your maintenance crew will be notified as soon as a new request is sent in. The software can assign tickets to crew members accordingly. Then, after a maintenance worker marks a request as complete, you’ll receive an automatic notification. Use this notification as a reminder to follow up with the resident and ensure they’re satisfied with the work!

Alerting tenants of routine maintenance such as checking smoke detectors, or larger projects like painting hallways, is also particularly time-consuming. You can automate these alerts using property management software like RentBridge or Entrata , among others.

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7. Granting property access to residents and guests

One of the most time-consuming tasks for property staff is monitoring your property’s front door or gate. In the case of an especially large building, vetting visitors could be a full-time responsibility.

You can easily alleviate staff from this monotonous duty by installing a video intercom system.

Here’s how a video intercom automates property access:

  • Residents and staff members can easily open the door for themselves with their smartphones or a unique PIN.
  • Visitors can video call a resident to request access — and residents can grant access from anywhere using just a smartphone.
  • Residents and staff can send planned visitors a virtual key for one-time or recurring use.

Unquestionably, property safety is the top concern for property managers. A smart video intercom system automatically snaps a time- and date-stamped photo of all entries. This log optimizes your property’s safety without compromising convenience.

8. Tenant screening

Taking time to perform background checks, assess credit scores, and review criminal records of potential tenants is standard. But it’s also time-consuming and forces your attention away from the residents already living in your building.

Thankfully, modern property technology has made it possible to screen tenants without spending your time at a computer!

Online services like Experian Connect and E-Renter do the work of screening potential tenants for you. This way, you can save time and be sure that you approve the best possible tenants for your property.

9. Front desk station

Your building’s front desk is a prime location for automation. Technology like ButterflyMx’s front desk station software gives you all of the benefits of a front desk without hiring extra staff or even installing any extra physical hardware. All you have to do is install the software on a compatible Apple or Windows computer.

The front desk station provides:

  • Easy communication.  You can voice chat with residents and guests at any intercom leading to your building or amenity spaces. This is useful if they are having trouble entering the building or have any questions.
  • Access management.  You can verify and grant access to the building remotely should any guests or visitors request it.
  • Live video.  You can watch live video feeds from video intercoms across your property, which is a major boost to building security. You can also send video recordings and live streams to residents.

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Property Management Checklists Made Simple

Focus on what you do best, and let Manifestly do the rest. Our workflow solution is built for Property Managers.

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Turn repetitive processes into standardized workflows and make Manifestly your ultimate property management app

Don’t waste your time on repetitive manual processes. Go FROM “I have a property inspection today, but have no idea how it’s done.” TO a predictable process for everything.

  • Create standardized checklists for your tenant screening, inspections, etc
  • Create and embed custom data collection forms for tenants or clients in your workflows
  • Conditional logic lets you use one workflow for several different properties, rentals, and property types

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Foster accountability and ownership in your team by assigning role-based tasks and using automated due dates

By assigning tasks according to each person’s roles, you can achieve clear accountability and visibility into everyone’s responsibilities.

  • Impress your property management clients and tenants by completing tasks on time, every time
  • Managers always know who is responsible for a step and when something is late
  • Staff are notified of new assignments, late steps, and when they're mentioned by another employee on a checklist

Track assignments, status, and due dates across properties and clients - at a glance

Want to quickly view the status of all new tenants, new properties, lease updates and other projects you're team is currently working on? Manifestly provides several ways to view your work to give you the real-time info you need.

  • You can see several property-related checklists, complete your tasks or add comments in one view
  • Create custom dashboards to view exactly what you want to see
  • Customize your notifications for email, Slack, Microsoft Teams, & mobile to keep up on assignments, mentions, and late checklists in real-time

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Workflow Templates for Property Managers

Get set up quickly with the help of some predefined property management checklists.

Applicant Review (Tenant Screening)

As one of the most important processes for reducing your risks of tenant problems, including evictions, your tenant screening checklist can ensure your organization implements a consistent process when screening potential new tenants.

New Tenant (Tenant Move In)

Having a checklist of actions to review tenants before they move in can help make the transition easier and ensure you do not miss any important steps. While having a solid tenant onboarding process will help establish a good relationship with the tenant.

The exact steps of your new tenant checklist will likely depend on your specific procedures for screening tenants, how in-depth your lease agreement is, and the steps involved in having them move in. You can and should create a list that's unique to your rental property.

Tenant Eviction Checklist

There’s no way around it, eviction is always a painful process. It’s awkward, time consuming, not to mention the need to dig through your records, hoping you didn’t miss anything crucial. However, there are steps you can take to make it less painful.

This template is meant as a starting point to help you structure your workflows. Edit it for your specific organization and state laws.

Tenant Move Out

The tenant move out process can include some significant risks related to security deposits and unrecognized maintenance issues. Use a the Manifestly service to ensure clear communication, better documentation, and a smoother process for everyone involved.

A well constructed move out checklist helps communicate the roles and timelines for everyone involved.

Annual Rental Property Inspection Checklist

Annual or bi-annual rental property inspections by a property manager can result in a higher return on investment and reduce your risk of loss.

This workflow template will help as a starting point for executing your rental property inspections.

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Questions about using Manifestly for Property Management?

Property Management teams use Manifestly to manage many of their recurring processes and workflows, as well as to connect work happening across teams. Because Manifestly is flexible and completely customizable, you can use it to do just about anything your team needs. Many teams use Manifestly to onboard new properties as a starting point because it’s easy to standardize that process.

Usually you do not. Manifestly has a Limited User profile that is free , so many of your users will not count toward your subscription.

Yes. Several integration platforms as a service will integrate Manifestly with AppFolio. Some common iPaaS systems are Workato, Tray.io, and Zapier.

Yes. Several integration platforms as a service will integrate Manifestly with Buildium. Some common iPaaS systems are Workato, Tray.io, and Zapier.

RentManager provides two ways to enable integrations with other services. First is their Open Access, which provides comprehensive read-only views of your Rent Manager Online (RMO) database to be used with other software systems and integrations. Second, RentManager has an API that can be used to update your RentManager data. Please contact us to discuss further details of property management integrations.

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How to Manage Tasks Like a Pro

Overcoming challenges in daily property management.

Task management is a big challenge for DIY landlords and property management firms from California to Colorado  to Florida .  That’s why new tools are needed to manage successfully today.

Property management is an interesting and dynamic profession. And while we love to talk about how business is improving and customers are happy, it is never a simple thing to make it happen.

We thought a discussion on your daily issues would be helpful. And to let you explore in the links below, additional insight into property management matters.

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How to Meet all the Daily Challenges

As a Property Manager , whether you are experienced or newly involved in the property management industry, you may encounter different expected or unexpected challenges .

You face big challenges related to business planning, marketing, and landlord management.  And then there are daily tasks such as managing leases and expenses,  tenant rent collection , unit and building maintenance , contractor issues, tenant relations and much more.

Managing all the details can be stressful and it can threaten your business if you’re not handling them professionally. A property manager must use skill in time management, multi-tasking, organization, and interpretation and have emotional intelligence too. It’s about people, assets, and processes .

The property manager needs to be able to communicate effectively to staff and existing and prospective tenants, and set and meet goals on property’s finance and occupancy and enforce building policies and procedures. Landlords expect it all to be handled well.

Emergencies and the Unexpected

While it’s impossible to address every unexpected challenge, it’s essential to develop measures such as preventative maintenance schedule and building emergency preparedness to minimize losses or damage to properties.

How could a property manager overcome some of the daily challenges?

My opinion is that everything starts with people. Acquiring good talent and managing your people are key to operational success. A wrong hiring decision can cost you more in long term and result in a significant loss of productivity.

Once you hire the right people , you must retain your best talent. Failure to maintain a consistent team may lead to operational instability, loss of information and a decline in morale. As good as your systems may be, ultimately, your business is your staff.

Checklists Help Staff Deal with the Details

Implementing appropriate system and/or property management software allows you to locate, track, document, and organize information instantly. Using proper technology is especially important when your property portfolio has progressively grown and become sophisticated.

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Managing Your Staff

Regular individual check-in between manager and staff is essential to identify challenges or hurdles so that the team can work collaboratively to prioritize and allocate resources among projects appropriately.

For instance, a rehab project may require additional maintenance capacities to turnaround units timely. A licensed contractor is also needed to assure project complies with building codes and inspection requirement. Your interest in how staff do their work is helpful to them.

Having regular staff meeting is great only if you set an agenda prior to the meeting. During the meeting, let team members share successes and lessons learned so that everyone has an opportunity to learn from each other. Each participant should discuss any back-burner items and be proactive in asking for support. 

An Eye on Tenant Management

In addition to attracting, hiring and managing staff, you’ll need to be proactive, as well as educate and work with your tenants. For instance, a comprehensive move-in process is critical to develop a mutually respectful and trustworthy landlord-tenant relationship . Thus, it is recommended that you set aside at least 2 hours with your tenant at move-in date to explain the provisions of the lease agreement , house rules, and addenda.

A resident handbook is another useful tool to strengthen customer service, which should include management office’s address, phone number, emergency contact, community information, maintenance tips, safety tips, earthquake preparedness etc.

If you treat your residents fairly and consistently, you will be able to build a sustainable landlord-tenant relationship. As a result, you will have less tenant issues to deal with and save your time to address other operational challenges. 

The list of administrative, financial and maintenance tasks that you and your team face each day is endless. That’s why having a great property management system is vital.  See more about how ManageCasa can help you manage tasks with ease .

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Applying Project Management Tools to Property Management

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Project management is a method of managing projects to achieve objectives and deliver benefits. The right project management tools can help you stay on top of all the issues related to your property. 

Project management has two main functions: planning and controlling. Planning involves setting goals, creating plans, identifying resources needed, and assigning responsibilities for each task within the plan. Controlling involves monitoring progress against your plan so that everything stays or gets back on track.

This article discusses how property managers and owners can optimize automation tools in managing projects.    

Common Project Management Tools For Property Management

A small property management company with just a few people can start with basic software tools. But if your business has many employees across multiple locations around town or in large countries like Canada, consider investing in something more robust like Trello or Asana. 

For example, commercial property managers in Toronto will find features like task assignments and tracking tools helpful in ensuring everyone stays on top of their workloads. These are further discussed later.  

Meanwhile, below are the most helpful property management tools:

  • Project Management Software  

This is a good place to start for any project, especially if you’re new to property management. Many of these programs are designed specifically for real estate companies. They help you keep track of all your tasks, documents, and finances in one place.

  • Task Management Software 

Suppose you have a lot on your plate at any given time. Task management apps can help you stay organized by breaking down each project into smaller chunks. As a result, they’re easier to manage individually, and tracking progress is easier from start to finish.

  • Document Management Software 

In addition to keeping track of individual tasks within each project, managing related documents throughout their lifecycle is important. Doing so makes everyone aware of how things are going and what needs to be done. Cloud-based storage solutions offer easy access for everyone.

There are many different types of software on the market, so choosing one that will work best for you and your team is crucial. 

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Effective Use Of Project Management Tools  

Both Trello and Asana are great project management tools that can be used to manage task lists and assignments for property management. Here are some tips for using them effectively:

  • Create Boards For Each Property Or Project 

In Trello, you can create boards for each property or project you’re managing; in Asana, you can create a separate project for each property. This helps you keep everything organized and separate, so you don’t get overwhelmed with too much information.

  • Create Lists For Each Stage Of The Project 

Create lists for each stage of the project, such as “To Do,” “In Progress,” and “Completed” within each board. This helps you keep track of where each task is in the process.

  • Create Cards Or Tasks 

Within each list, create cards or tasks for each task that needs to be completed. This helps you manage individual tasks better.

  • Assign Tasks To Team Members 

In Trello, you can assign cards to team members; in Asana, you can assign tasks. This helps everyone know who is responsible for each task and helps ensure that nothing falls through the cracks.

  • Set Due Dates 

In Trello and Asana, you can set due dates for each task. This helps you stay on track and ensures everything gets done on time.

  • Use Labels Or Tags 

Trello and Asana allow you to use labels or tags to categorize tasks. This can help organize tasks by priority, property, or any category relevant to your project.

Overall, using Trello or Asana can help you stay organized and on top of all your tasks and assignments in property management. You can ensure everything gets done by breaking the project into smaller tasks, assigning tasks to team members, and setting due dates.

Project Management Best Practices for Property Management

If you’re a first-time user, prepare for some learning curve. In addition, follow these best practices to ensure you’re making the most out of your property management tools: 

  • Define project goals and objectives.
  • Break down tasks into smaller pieces so they’re easier to manage.
  • Determine each member’s strengths, weaknesses, and availability and assign tasks accordingly.
  • Manage resources efficiently by tracking expenses, inventory levels, and other details related to the property or building you’re managing, for instance, equipment tracking .
  • Track progress on each task as your team members complete it and communicate updates regularly. This will help keep everyone involved in the loop about what’s been done so far and what needs doing next. 

Project management tools are created to make your life easier. Mastering these tips allows property owners and managers to optimize their business automation investment. 

Final Thoughts

Project management tools can be a great asset for property management. They help streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and better manage resources. They also let you overcome common challenges in resource management, tracking project status, and team communication. With the right tools and best practices, property managers can ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.

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Property Management: Definition, Roles, Types, and Duties

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Ariel Courage is an experienced editor, researcher, and former fact-checker. She has performed editing and fact-checking work for several leading finance publications, including The Motley Fool and Passport to Wall Street.

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What Is Property Management?

Property management is the daily oversight of residential, commercial, or industrial real estate by a third-party contractor. Generally, property managers take responsibility for day-to-day repairs and ongoing maintenance, security, and upkeep of properties. They usually work for the owners of investment properties such as apartment and condominium complexes, private home communities, shopping centers, and industrial parks.

Their main roles are to manage routine tasks delegated to them by the owners and to preserve the value of the properties that they manage while generating income .

Key Takeaways

  • Property management is the oversight of real estate by a third party.
  • Property managers can manage various types of property: residential, commercial, industrial, and property for special purposes.
  • Property managers are generally responsible for the day-to-day operations of the real estate, from screening tenants to arranging for repairs and maintenance.
  • Owners pay property managers a fee or a percentage of the rent generated by the property.
  • Every state has its own laws regulating the activities of property managers.

Understanding Property Management

Property developers generally want to move on to the next project as soon as each one is completed. Even if they continue to hold title to the property, they prefer to delegate the day-to-day operations to an outside company.

The responsibilities of a property manager generally involve the following:

  • Screening potential tenants
  • Drafting, signing, and renewing leases on behalf of property owners
  • Collecting rent
  • Maintenance of properties, including landscaping and snow removal
  • Arranging for necessary repairs to properties
  • Setting up and adhering to budgets for property maintenance
  • Understanding state and national landlord-tenant laws and regulations
  • Marketing properties
  • Supervising other employees
  • Handling taxes

The companies must comply with any state and local landlord-tenant laws and regulations.

Owners pay property managers a fee or a percentage of the rent generated by a property while it is under their management.

Types of Property Management

Just as property comes in many types, so do property managers. Some firms are specialized in providing management for a particular type of property, while others offer management services over a range of property types. A huge range of property types can be managed.

Residential Property Management

Residential property managers are typically hired for rental properties, and they manage the rental process. They can be hired to manage:

  • Single-family homes
  • Vacation rentals
  • Multifamily homes
  • Town houses
  • Condominiums
  • Manufactured homes
  • Real estate-owned (REO) properties

Commercial Property Management

Commercial property owners have different needs from those who own residential property. Commercial property management can apply to:

  • Public accommodations like hotels 
  • Retail properties like malls, restaurants, and gas stations
  • Office properties like real estate brokerages or doctors’ offices
  • Co-working spaces where professionals rent work space by the day or the hour

Industrial Property Management

Industrial properties that can benefit from management include:

  • Heavy manufacturing facilities such as automotive plants and steel mills
  • Light manufacturing factories such as food packaging
  • Distribution facilities

Special-Purpose Property Management

There are also numerous types of property that don’t fit neatly into the categories above, but that require management nonetheless. These include:

  • Sports arenas
  • Senior care facilities
  • Schools and universities
  • Places of worship

Who Needs a Property Manager?

Several types of property owners can benefit from the services that property managers offer.

Landlords, for example, hire property management firms for a variety of reasons. Some may have multiple rental properties in their portfolios and lack the time or expertise to maintain the properties and deal with individual tenants. Some owners only have an interest in owning rental properties and earning profits from them. When this is the case, they hire professional property managers. Absentee landlords also make use of property management services. Some property management companies cater to individual landlords who rent out a single property such as a vacation home.

Property owners who participate in affordable housing programs tend to use property management services because their rental properties are subject to complex federal guidelines that require specialized expertise. Certain real estate brokers also operate as property managers. For example, a broker in a resort town may provide buyer and seller agent services as well as property management services. When this is the case, the real estate broker lists, shows, leases, and maintains vacation rentals for a number of property owners.

Property managers are different from community managers, who deal with common areas rather than individual units and don’t necessarily deal directly with landlords.

Special Property Management Considerations

Property management licensing requirements vary by state. Most states require property management companies to be licensed by the local real estate board, so property owners need to make sure that the firms they hire are properly licensed.

For instance, property managers in Florida are required to have real estate broker’s licenses to operate in the state. That’s because some of their responsibilities are deemed real estate activity. Holding a real estate broker’s license allows property managers to list rental properties in the multiple listing service (MLS) and to market the properties by standard real estate marketing methods. Holding a real estate broker’s license also allows the property management company to place a real estate board lockbox on a property’s door so that other licensed agents can show the property.

Florida also requires property managers to hold a broker’s license if they deal with rentals or leases and receive a commission for their services. However, property managers who manage the properties that they own in the state don’t need a license to do so.

Managers in Massachusetts don’t require a broker’s license. That’s because certain duties considered to be real estate activities, such as listing and leasing properties, may be secondary to the main duties performed by the property manager.

Is a property manager worth it?

It depends. Managing property can be costly and take a lot of time. If the cost of a property manager is less than the opportunity cost of managing properties yourself, it’s probably a good investment. However, this is an equation that every investor will have to work through for themselves.

Who benefits from hiring a property manager?

Any property manager who doesn’t want to deal with the day-to-day management of property can potentially benefit from property management. This can include a residential property owner who doesn’t want the headaches of dealing with tenants, or commercial property owners who prefer others to source and manage tenants, leases, and maintenance.

Are property managers regulated?

Yes. Property management licensing requirements vary by state, but most states require property management companies to be licensed by the local real estate board. Property owners should make sure that the firms they hire are properly licensed.

The Bottom Line

Property management is the oversight of real estate by a third party, normally a professional property manager or property management company. Property managers can manage many different types of property: residential, commercial, industrial, and property for special purposes.

Property managers are generally responsible for the day-to-day operations of the real estate, from screening tenants to arranging for repairs and maintenance, and are paid via a fee or a percentage of the rent generated by the property. Every state has its own laws regulating the activities of property managers, so it’s important for property owners to check that potential property managers are properly licensed for their state.

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Task based vs traditional property management

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Professional property management in Canberra takes many forms, and as a rental property owner, you’ll need to choose the type of property manager you want.

A traditional management company is portfolio-based, where you have one professional who is your point of contact for everything. You’ll work with that person on leasing, maintenance, rent collection, and every other part of your rental experience. A task based property management model divides the labour up between different divisions or individuals. One agent will be responsible for leasing your home, and another professional will help you with the management of your home.

At Hathaway Real Estate, we think the traditional or portfolio based property management model works best. Today, we’re telling you why.

Leasing and Management Must be Consistent

With a task based management system, you may have a leasing agent who doesn’t know your home and doesn’t understand what type of tenant you’re looking for. They often work on commission, and may be willing to rent your home to anyone. When it’s time to negotiate a lease with the tenant that the leasing agent has found, the property manager will meet that resident for the first time. It’s not always the best way to start a professional relationship.

Developing and Maintaining Relationships with Tenants

With traditional property management, the manager responsible for your account will meet with and screen all prospective tenants. This allows the property manager to establish trust and explain expectations. It will help with communication down the road and will minimize the likeliness of tenant disputes and tensions. Property managers know how to work with tenants and serve residents as well as landlords. Coming into the process after a tenant is already chosen can impede the manager’s ability to establish a really great relationship.

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Knowing and Understanding Your Investment Property

Do you want one property manager who understands every part of your property, or do you want a group of individuals who each understand one part of your property? With task based property management, your leasing agent won’t understand the maintenance your property requires, and your maintenance contact won’t be able to answer questions about your accounting statement. However, with traditional property management, the person working on your property will be able to answer all your questions and keep the entire property operating smoothly. You won’t have to wonder who you should talk to, and you won’t have to wait for the right task manager to call you back when you have a question.

You need your management professional to really understand your home; what it needs in terms of maintenance, how likely your tenants are to pay rent on time, and what the lease includes. With traditional property management, you’re receiving expert services from a single point of contact who has the best interests of you and your investment in mind.

Many task based property managers argue that their platform frees up the time of your property manager, but that’s not always the case. It doesn’t guarantee that you’ll earn more on your investment or spend less on things like maintenance.

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If you have any questions about either property management model, please contact us at Hathaway Real Estate. We’d be happy to show you how we can make a positive difference with your investment property.

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PORTFOLIO VERSES TASK BASED PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Which is the best option for your business or your property if you’re a landlord.

When you are thinking about setting up or purchasing a rent roll this is one of the biggest considerations you will have to undertake. There are many pros and cons to both options, but the decision must come down to your rent roll size, your goals, and your core values. This is also an important consideration if you are a landlord interviewing for your fist property management company or thinking of changing to a new one. If you only have a small portfolio and are content to just have a natural organic growth rate, then there is little point in even considering task-based, as you will be wasting valuable income on wages, however, if on the other hand you are wanting to grow rapidly and your company is business development orientated then it is worth considering the task-based route. Another consideration is whether or not you are simply profit-based and it all comes down to the bottom line, or whether you are service-based and customer satisfaction and care is a core value. Finally, how will your team cope with the different options, you will need to consider their well-being and ability to work effectively and efficiently under your different structures.

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At iThink Property we have tried both options so here are a few of the pros and cons you will need to consider when deciding whether your property management business will be portfolio based or task-based.

PORTFOLIO BASED PROPERTY MANAGEMENT – PROS AND CONS

Firstly, let’s define what portfolio-based property management is. Basically, it means your dedicated property manager will be responsible for a set amount of managements and are responsible for taking care of all the tasks associated with the properties in that group. For example, finding new tenants, conducting routine inspections and managing maintenance.

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· Customer service can be enhanced. In the portfolio based system, the property manager is across all aspects of the property and has a relationship with both the owner and tenant making is a more personal experience. · At the other extreme though if a property manager has a large portfolio to contend with customer service can suffer if things get missed or aren’t done correctly. · Property managers risk burn out and don’t cope well in a high stress work environment, this ultimately leads to high staff turn-over. · Finding a property manager with competency in all the necessary skills for portfolio-based management can be difficult. · You are at the mercy of a good portfolio manager if they go on extended leave or leave suddenly there is often big shoes to fill. · The number of managements to a property manager will be caped under this model (100-150 is the general rule of thumb)

TASK BASED PROPERTY MANAGEMENT – Pros and Cons

· Miscommunication can occur if tasks are clearly defined and roles assigned. · Easier to recruit for certain roles, tasks and skillsets, ie Leasing Consultant or Business Development Manager. · Retention of your existing team will be easier as you will have a less stressed team and a happier work environment. · Better customer service – more time to focus on positive communication initiatives with landlords. · Passing the buck or finger pointing amongst your team. “That is not my responsibility” or “I passed that over to leasing” etc. · Issues can take longer to resolve if passed around between tasks. · A lot more managements per property manager is achievable if say you leasing, routines, and business development is made task-based.

ITHINK PROPERTY TIPS FOR MAKING TASK BASED PROPERTY MANAGEMENT WORK

· The senior property manager is the only person that speaks to or communicates with the Landlord. One client manager per owner. · Training should be thorough and tasks ticked off as competency for different tasks is achieved. · KPI’s set for every task and person responsible · Communication between the team to clearly defined ie weekly catch up, notes left on files, etc. · Utilising outsourcing services when possible this is certainly a means to adjust expenses without affecting customer service. · Job descriptions for all personnel

POD BASED PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

A new system of property management has recently evolved called the POD. This includes several property managers taking care of a large-sized portfolio, often though the tasks are broken up amongst the different team members, so it is essentially still a task-based model. The pros for this model include a larger portfolio of properties can be managed, if someone leaves suddenly or has holidays the portfolio will still be managed effectively, stress shared amongst the team. The cons include potentially higher wages for more property managers, finger pointing and buck passing, too many people for the landlord to deal with.

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If you are a landlord you need to decide exactly what it is you are looking for in a property manager, whether you want one person only to deal with, whether communication and customer service is high on your priority list, or if low fees and efficiency are what you are after. Have your core needs and expectations clear before looking to engage a property manager, you will avoid disappointment down the track.

Portfolio with a few tasks is probably the ideal structure in the modern era of property management. That said keep as a business owner keep an open mind and be prepared to change along the way as your business grows and evolves. Don’t be afraid to address things if they are no longer working and sometimes the best success comes from making a few tough decisions and taking a risk to change things along the way.

iThink Property has a team of real estate agents in Ipswich and Toowoomba offering property sales and property management services. With a passion for people and property, iThink Property was conceived with the notion of building a team of good people to work in a real estate brand that did things differently. iThink Property focuses on transparency, communication, innovation and teamwork and has become a leading independent brand with unique points of difference. So whether you are thinking of buying, selling or renting, think iThink Property.

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KYLIE WALKER – DIRECTOR – BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING 0439 895 808 A former sports journalist, Kylie Walker brings a wealth of communication and marketing skills to the team at iThink Property. The busy mother of four launched and developed the company’s rent roll and has organically grown the business with iThink Properties rental network now spanning Ipswich, greater Brisbane and Toowoomba.

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Plant breeding is the food security basis in the Russian Federation

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Institute of Cytology and Genetics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Novosibirsk, Russia

V.M. Kosolapov

Federal Williams Research Center of Forage Production and Agroecology, Lobnya, Moscow region, Russia

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This issue of the Vavilov Journal of Genetics and Breeding is composed of reports of top Russian breeders delivered at the scientific session of the RAS Department of Agricultural Sciences “Scientific support of the efficient development of crop breeding and seed production in the Russian Federation” held in Moscow on December 7, 2020. This topic was chosen deliberately, as the food security concept in the Russian Federation determines the key directions and features of the modern development of Russian breeding. They involve the understanding and comprehensive analysis of breeding trends and the determination of prospects, particularly, in connection with import substitution1 and produce of next-generation cultivars.

The issue starts with the article by B.I. Sandukhadze et al. “Scientific breeding of winter bread wheat in the NonСhernozem zone of Russia: the history, methods and results”. It reviews the main steps and achievements of winter common (bred) wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) in the region throughout one century of scientific breeding. It shows that breeders’ efforts increased the yield of wheat cultivars to 14.0 t/ha, which is nearly ten times as high as in cultivars of early steps of scientific breeding in the central Non-Chernozem Area. Few residents of Moscow and Moscow region are aware of the “white spot” issue (a lot of rye was grown in the region in the early 20th century, as wheat production did not pay), successfully solved by prominent Russian breeder V.E. Pisarev by using early maturity cultivars from East Siberia. By now, cultivars produced by breeders of the FSC “Nemchinovka” have ensured the provision of the Non-Chernozem Area, a densely populated region of Russia, with locally produced food wheat grain and got the local population used to eating white bread. The Russian Federation is self-sufficient in producing not only wheat, barley, or oats but also rice (Gospadinova et al., 2016).

Area under grain legumes is second to cereals in Russia. They have accompanied cereals since the earliest steps of domestication on fields of ancient agriculturists. They diversified human diet and supplied domestic animals with high-protein fodder. The breeding of grain legumes is reviewed by V.T. Sinegovskaya “Scientific provision of an effective development of soybean breeding and seed production in the Russian Far East” and by V.I. Zotikov, S.D. Vilyunov “Present-day breeding of legumes and groat crops in Russia”. They note that soybean is becoming a crop of strategic importance for Russia and that groat crops constantly rank high in the diet of its inhabitants.

The article by V.M. Lukomets et al. “Modern trends in breeding and genetic improvement of sunflower varieties and hybrids at VNIIMK” is dedicated to the breeding of the main oil plant in the Russian Federation. The Pustovoit AllRussian Research Institute of Oil Crops (VNIIMK), along with the Yuriev Plant Production Institute (Kharkiv, Ukraine) (Kirichenko et al., 2014) excels in the breeding of sunflower and other oil crops in the former Soviet Union.

The breeding of sugar beet, the main source of sugar in Europe, is considered by S.D. Karakotov et al. “Modern issues of sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L.) hybrid breeding”. The paper presents the results of monogerm varieties and successful application of molecular methods for testing the bred material of sugar beet.

The imbalance in fodder production that has existed in Russia for many years remains unresolved despite all the efforts of plant breeders. Even the considerable reduction in livestock in agricultural companies (agrofirms) and redistribution of large volumes of animal husbandry to private subsidiary farms (up to 50 % on the average) had no effect (Semenov, 2012). The article by V.M. Kosolapov et al. “Fundamentals for forage crop breeding and seed production in Russia” is dedicated just to this burning problem and potential ways to solve it.

A series of three papers is dedicated to the breeding of fruit and small fruit crops, essential for balanced nutrition. It includes articles by E.A. Egorov “Grape breeding is a key link in the development of the grapes and wine-making industry”, I.M. Kulikov et al. “Scientific support of small fruit growing in Russia and prospects for its development”, and A.V. Ryndin et al. “Subtropical and flower crops breeding at the Subtropical Scientific Centre”. At present, import substitution draws attention to new (or, rather, well overlooked old) natural sources of vitamins and biologically active substances and to the breeding of domestic subtropical and flower plants

The progress in the breeding of medicinal and essential oil plants in Russia is considered by I.N. Korotkikh et al. “Breeding of medicinal and essential oil crops in VILAR: achievements and prospects”. This field became particularly important with regard to the sanctions, the ensuing shortage of herbal medicinal materials, and their poor quality, failing to meet the requirements of the present-day pharmaceutical industry.

Russian seed growers do not provide sufficient volumes of production of seeds of vegetable crops’ domestic varieties (Soldatenko et al., 2020). Modern breeding is based mainly on the gene pool at hand to involve older high-yielding varieties into breeding and improve them. The article by Yu.V. Fotev et al. “Genetic resources of vegetable crops: from breeding nontraditional crops to functional food” follows traditional VIR themes. It considers the introduction of untraditional crops in Russia in the context of the greatly requested area: their use in functional nutrition (Fotev et al., 2018).

The issue is concluded by N.P. Goncharov’s review “Scientific support to plant breeding and seed production in Siberia in the XXI century”. It emphasizes the importance of breeding activity in the development of Russian economy and the necessity for the preservation of still existing research institutions and units of abolished Breeding Centers in Siberia. In the contrary case, the consistency of breeding works in the region will disappear, and the unique breeding material created by generations of Russian scientists in research and breeding institutions will be lost beyond retrieval. The following problems are especially acute: Why cannot the federal and regional governments protect their intellectual property and preserve biodiversity of cultivated plants? What and who hampers? These issues, typical of Siberia, as well as the availability of skilled staffing concern other regions of Russia, too.

Several articles in the issue mention the necessity of the immediate solution of urgent tasks concerning the training of breeders in higher schools as a major component of food security in Russia. Nothing changes for centuries. In the end of the 19th century, A.S. Ermolov (1891) incriminated the backwardness of Russian agriculture to the absence of an agricultural education system and to the shocking ignorance of science among peasants.

It is pertinent to make a point about the publication policy of the Ministry of Education and Science and Presidium of the Russian Academy of Sciences. It is a sore point for not only agrarians but also the entire Russian academic community. For an unknown reason, the governmental strategy of import substitution does not apply to the scientific publishing activities. The principal journal “Selektsiya i Semenovodstvo” (Breeding and Seed Production) has ceased to be published. Specialized agricultural journals on particular crops or groups of crops demand a nation-specific policy. A.N. Engelhardt (1987) wrote that the agricultural science in its broad sense has pronounced “national” features: “There is no Russian, English, or German chemistry; there is only one chemistry for the entire world; but agronomy may be Russian, or English, or German, or else. <…> We should create Russian agricultural science of our own, and it can be created only by combined efforts of scientists and practicians, and there should be academically trained practicians in between” (p. 190).

It was repeatedly noted that different branches of Russian science need their own national platforms (journals) for communication and effective exchange of information. In particular, A.V. Yurevich and I.P. Tsapenko (2013) state that most Russian papers on socio-humanistic sciences are unfit for international journals not because of their flaws but because of the national specificity of their content. However, to bring studies in line with the themes of international journals means

to detach them from urgent Russian problems and to make the society think that the money of Russian taxpayers is spent in vain. Hence, the more patriotic is this or that branch of science and the more is it directed to the solution of domestic tasks, the less it fits into the international context. Even by the example of highly employable Vavilov’s studies we see that most of them are beyond the scope of interests of our Western colleagues, although they are conceptually important for the present-day global science. Neither Ministry of Education & Science, nor the current Presidium of the RAS see room for Russian journals in the world academic community. However sad it be, the task of any import substitution seems costly to Russian officials; therefore, the publication policy is the worst weakness of Russian science. We expressly indicate that the intellectual property of Russian scientists or Russia is not protected in publications in top Western journals, and it is often unaccessible for the scientific community in this country (Gorbunov-Posadov, 2020)

For many years, breeding in Russia has been distinguished by the widespread use of genetic knowledge. Breeding and genetics schools are held in Siberia on a regular basis since 1976 (Zilke, 2005). We can also mention the All-Siberia program ‘Diallel Analysis’ (Dragavtsev et al., 1984). Unfortunately, the gap between breeding and modern molecular biology is still unplugged.

Academician I.I.Artobolevskiy (1967) believed on reasonable grounds that the promotion of scientific achievements is a first-order duty of scientists. We try to find out why leading breeding schools in Russia insufficiently and reluctantly employ recent discoveries in molecular biology, biotechnology, and IT technologies. Presently, significant breeding achievements reached by using molecular methods exist in Russia (Bespalova et al., 2012; Pershina et al., 2020; among others). Promising studies opening up fresh opportunities for breeding are being conducted. In particular, the Institute of Cytology and Genetics (Novosibirsk) took part in the assembly of the wheat genome (IWGSC…, 2018). Here we are at the very beginning, since the information on the genome sequence from one accession is not sufficient to capture the whole spectrum of diversity in a gene pool responsible for phenotypic variation, plasticity, and environmental adaption. The de novo construction of a pan-genomes for cultivated plants is a mandatory step after the establishment of reference genome sequences for them. Obviously, it will be the key step in future breeding (Pronozin et al., 2021). The low sequencing depths even for wheat, a staple crop in Russia, still limit the broad use of pan-genomic analysis (Rasheed, Xia, 2019).

Several important problems concerning IT technologies in breeding were discussed in the previous issue of the Vavilov Journal of Genetics and Breeding, No. 1, 2021; so, we will not touch upon them. Nevertheless, the technological gap between the performance of genomic analysis and phenotypical description of plants is still large. In breeding a new variety, one should rest upon today’s perspectives and take into consideration both current requirements and remote prospects. Certainly, recent technological achievements in crop genomics generate new opportunities in the detection of genetic variations of traits important for breeding and permit one to create new-generation varieties. They come to the aid of breeders and allow fast, exact, and mass-scale description of plant phenotypes be it in the field or under laboratory conditions.

Functional genomics is a key to molecular breeding and basement for the development of diagnostic markers for gene introgression and molecular marker-assisted selection. Although the cloning of functional genes in crops was a slow process, few genes were cloned by conventional “positional cloning”. On the other hand, high-throughput PCR-based KASP (Kompetitive Allele-Specific PCR) markers (Rasheed et al., 2016) are helpful in the use of SNP arrays for high-density genotyping of wheat (Wang et al., 2014; Allen et al., 2017; Cui et al., 2017) and related species (Winfield et al., 2016), as well as in the annotation and introduction of functional genes. It is evident, though, that the role of money in the application of these methods to ordinary breeding is not the least, and they will not become widespread, inexpensive, and routine before long (Rasheed, Xia, 2019).

A characteristic feature of modern economy, including agriculture, is the predominance of novelties as a factor supporting competitiveness and economic advance in the long run. The question whether molecular biology can serve as a pioneering factor in plant breeding is open. Presently, prebreeding (assessment of the starting breeding material) is an application domain of up-to-date molecular methods. However, it is differently viewed by molecular biologists (Rasheed et al., 2016; Riaz et al., 2018), geneticists (Goncharov N.P. et al., 2020), and breeders (Bespalova et al., 2012). In contrast, their views on breeding itself (analysis of breeding material and selection process) are similar. Molecular methods are currently used to accelerate selection in the stabilization of breeding material (Adonina et al., 2021), its homozygotization (Pershina et al., 2020), and so on. The raise of promising breeding material can be accelerated by removing the germplasm of wild species from the progeny of introgression hybrids (Leonova et al., 2020); thereby, fragments of alien genetic material can be reduced in the genome of a species to breed (Adonina et al., 2021). This process is aimed at the reduction of adverse effects of concomitant genetic material transferred with the target genes. It has been demonstrated that molecular markers allow efficient selection for dwarfism (Kroupin et al., 2020; Sukhikh et al., 2021; etc.), early ripening (Kroupin et al., 2020), and many other traits. Meanwhile, the breeding for such important traits as crop productivity and quality of production is still conducted by conventional methods.

The assessment of the efficiency of plant genome editing by CRISPR/Cas technologies, operating with single functional genes, presents an acute and complicated problem (Chen et al., 2021). We do not know whether this one-gene manipulation is a breakthrough technology in breeding, which deals with hundreds of functional genes. Generally, there are no single genes whose replacement would result in sustainable progress. In addition, the CRISPR-edited plants have high somaclonal variability. Nevertheless, the tools and methods for plant transformation clearly alter phenotypes, being able to benefit from gene overexpression and other manipulations formerly inaccessible for breeders (Borisjuk et al., 2019).

Serious progress based on advanced technologies occurs in large seed producing companies, where breeders, geneticists, and molecular biologists work under the same roof. For instance, DuPond-Pioneer developed the Seed Production Technology concept, which successfully combines conventional hybridization with transgenic methods of raising malesterile (MS) lines, hybrid selection, and MS line support (Wu et al., 2016). The producing of nuclear MS lines by genome editing illustrates the applicability of this concept to wheat (Okada et al., 2019). Several more breakthrough technologies for hybrid creation are reviewed by Chen et al. (2021). The question remains open how soon this approach will become routine for breeding institutions.

Breeders’ work was scrutinized repeatedly. Nevertheless, we do not know how profoundly paradigm shifts in breeding (see the Figure) affect the speed of the breeding process and achievement of goals. It is doubtless that in recent decades traditional schemes involving hybridization and, to a much lesser extent, chemical and radiational mutagenesis contributed much to crop improvement. However, the globalization epoch necessitates the search for new groundbreaking methods. Many seemingly revolutionary methods came and went from the scientists’ toolkit and left an imprint only in breeding history records. Old-timers remember monosomic lines, which allowed the produce of varieties using the method of limited recombination and rapidly “repair” unique varieties. To tell the truth, the development of each from monosomic lines took 15–20 years. During this time, conventional breeders replaced the entire range several times and produced new remarkable varieties. It is natural that this approach did not provide a single commercial variety despite the huge scope of work (Worland, 1988). Protoplasts (Gleba, Sytnik, 1984), isoenzymes, and many others, looking modern in their days, did not change the breeding paradigm. It is worth mentioning that some breakthrough projects, such as domestication or green revolution (improvement of the range of wheat and rice varieties) were implemented by conventional breeding, and they were based on the choice of key traits regardless of the genetic and/or molecular mechanisms of their inheritance.

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One of the targets of modern technologies is the acceleration of new variety breeding and introduction. For some reason, the powerful take it to mean the shortening of their producing time and make it the corner stone. It is a fringe concern, because the terms of variety submission to the Plant State Tasting System are insignificant in major breeding institutions, which produce series of new varieties massive. Present-day molecular Stakhanovites are nothing new. It is pertinent to recall the anecdote about the producing of cv. Lutescens 1163 common wheat by T.D. Lysenko et al. (1935) within 2.5 years by using know how: greenhouses and hybrids at hand instead of original accessions. It is sad that Stakhanovite methods of breeding are becoming nationwide again in the 21st century.

N.I. Vavilov likened a geneticist to a creator and stated that he “must act as an engineer; not only is he obliged to investigate his construction material, but he can and should construct new living species”2. The tasks are basically the same at present, it is the toolkit that has changed and expanded.

It is well known that genetics and breeding deal with heredity and variability and thus they interpenetrate. Breeding employs the laws of inheritance discovered by genetics, and genetics, in turn, obtains and generalizes data from breeding (Goncharov N.P., Goncharov P.L., 2018). While geneticists were seeking ways to overcome the abyss between genetics and breeding (Dragavtsev, 2005), molecular biology just revoked many of these problems (Moose, Mumm, 2008; Heffner et al., 2009; Abd-Elsalam, Lim, 2018; Ahmar et al., 2020). We have already mentioned that breeding received new tools. They provoked controversy as to whether they should be used extensively. Certainly, to know and master them is a must. However, business has an increasing share in the science of the 21st century. To conduct a modern study is a business operation. To obtain results is a business operation. To publish them in top-rated journals is a business operation. In the last case, to make a successful (in the eye of the Ministry of Education and Science) publication one should employ up-to-date expensive equipment, not necessary for the work itself. The organization of the breeding process is a business as well, since the development of crop production is increasingly considered only as the delivery of agricultural services. This situation reminds the notorious “arms race”, and we can win it by promoting our own rules.

The applied aspect of Russian science progressively increases (Rakin, 2020). Breeding in many European countries, including former COMECON members, is becoming private business under the pressure of multinational groups of agrochemical companies. The consequences are the list of top-priority research fields, the mainstream innovational practice of support by the Russian Science Foundation, the technological orientation of sections of the national Nauka project, and such. The national foundations of the Russian Federation do not imply considerable support of academic studies in breeding, solely the mastering and preservation of skills and technologies. Therefore, the search for alternative large sources of support for agricultural sciences, including 21st century breeding, is of paramount importance.

To conclude, we mention that breeding in the 21st century is directly associated with one of the global challenges, starvation. The 22nd session of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization of October 31, 1996, adopted the so-called Rome Declaration on World Food Security3, whose purpose was to halve the number of the starving on the Earth (800,000,000 as to 1996) by 2015. In fact, as reported by the German philanthropy organization Welthungerhilfe, the number of the starving had increased to one billion by 20204. With the current slow progress in increasing crop yields, 0.8 to 1.0 % annually, wheat, rye, and corn cannot be produced in quantities sufficient for the solution of the starvation problem

Thus, varieties play an essential role in improving the performance of global agricultural industry; therefore, breeders are seeking new sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective methods to produce new varieties. One of the major objectives of this issue of the Vavilov Journal of Genetics and Breeding is the thorough consideration of this task.

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