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Isabella Housel

About Isabella Housel

Isabella Housel is a passionate and versatile professional writer with a deep love for words and a commitment to crafting compelling content that engages, informs, and inspires. With many years of experience in the industry, she has honed her skills across various genres, from creative storytelling to informative articles and technical documentation.

apartment amenities

14 Apartment Amenities That Your Residents Actually Want

January 27, 2021 3:47 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Reading Time: 12 minutes The truth is, the world of multifamily amenities has drastically changed. The things that used to be the “best apartment amenities” are no longer dealbreakers, and new features have taken their place. Renters today want particular amenities, and they’re adamant about what they want. It makes complete sense to understand what renters are looking for so that your property focuses on upgrades that will be worth it. There is no point in investing in amenities that won’t engage your audience. If your property wants more leases, adding a few of these amenities could be precisely what you need to make... View Article


apartment specials to market

11 Creative Apartment Specials To Market To Future Renters

January 19, 2021 2:22 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Reading Time: 8 minutes Creative apartment marketing specials can be the way to your future residents’ hearts! Specials can ultimately be the reason that a prospect chooses your community over someone else. The most common specials include discounts on rent or a free security deposit. Creative apartment specials are innovative strategies and offers designed to attract and retain residents in an apartment community. They go beyond traditional discounts and incentives by providing unique, personalized experiences and services that cater to the modern renter’s lifestyle and preferences. The significance lies in their ability to differentiate an apartment community in a competitive market, enhance resident satisfaction,... View Article


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50 Questions To Ask Your Residents On Social Media

January 7, 2021 3:54 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Reading Time: 4 minutes Apartment social media can be tricky, and running out of ideas is easy. Posting on social media can seem simple, but getting your residents engaged is a different story. There is an art to interacting with your audience, and it can start by following the right strategies. In recent months, resident retention efforts and resident events have continued to challenge multifamily communities facing COVID-19. Due to this, social media has become the perfect virtual tool and can truly be one of the greatest benefits during this time. However, if it gets complicated, it can seem like a waste of time.... View Article


Gen Z Renters

How to Attract And Keep Gen-Z Renters In Your Community

December 8, 2020 2:07 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Reading Time: 5 minutes The next generation of renters is on the rise, and it’s now crucial to focus on Gen-Z apartment marketing strategies and methods. Gen-Zers bring many new perspectives, wants, and needs to the table, so it’s essential to shift from millennial attitudes. Despite the two generations sharing common goals, Gen-Z wants greater personalization, better technology, clearer stability, and more lifestyle features. Properties of any kind will benefit from Gen-Z targeted marketing as it’s something that will only continue to grow over the coming years. While attracting Gen-Z renters is one thing, keeping them as your renters is another. Applying specific resident... View Article


social media ideas

31 Apartment Social Media Ideas For Creative Posts

October 27, 2020 12:54 pm Published by 3 Comments

Reading Time: 9 minutes 1. Highlight a floor plan. Showcase one or all of your floor plans on your apartment’s social media! Consider posting an apartment video or boasting about the amenities that make your place one of a kind. Promote a sense of urgency when posting about your floor plans. Let prospects know the one they want is waiting for them and won’t be available forever. 2. Post a resident event. Share your resident events, and demonstrate connection in your community! Hosting a resident event and setting up opportunities for photos is a great way to create content for your apartment’s social media.... View Article


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How To Create The Best Renter Follow-Up For More Leases

July 14, 2020 2:04 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Reading Time: 14 minutes Many properties lose potential residents throughout the renter follow-up phase. A property’s lack of strategy causes prospects to not make it to the next step of the renting process. While most of the focus is on generating high-quality leads, there should also be an added measurement of focus on follow-up. Without a strong follow-up, gaining high-quality leads can result in lost renters. As a renter begins the search for their new apartment, they’ll most likely visit a variety of properties. To improve your follow-up, you’re going to have to find a way to stand out from the crowd. Many simple... View Article


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50 Apartment Marketing Ideas That Will Transform Your Leasing

June 23, 2020 4:50 pm Published by 4 Comments

Reading Time: 26 minutes Apartment marketing begins and ends with creativity. With so many online and offline options it can be difficult to know where to begin. When apartments are sitting in vacancy it can be a huge setback for you and your team. Not to mention, finding good residents and tenants can often be challenging. However, there are a variety of apartment marketing ideas that you can use to occupy a vacant unit! Digital marketing encompasses a wide range of tactics, such as search engine optimization (SEO), social media advertising, email marketing, and online listing platforms, all aimed at reaching a wider audience... View Article


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15 Ways To Motivate Residents To Leave Better Apartment Reviews

June 9, 2020 2:10 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Reading Time: 10 minutes Can you imagine what better apartment reviews would do for your apartment marketing? The way that residents feel about your community can create a chain reaction to how others feel. Reviews truly do have the power to sway prospects negatively, or positively. This can seem quite daunting as your reviews are mainly in the hands of your residents. However, there are many strategies you can use to motivate your residents to leave the kind of reviews that you’re looking for. Take charge of getting better apartment reviews by providing your residents with what they need to leave a positive impact... View Article


Making your apartments visible online.

How to Build a Strong Online Presence for Apartments

May 6, 2020 8:46 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Reading Time: 8 minutes A business’s online presence is essential for growth, especially for apartments and leasing. To be found online, you must use practices that ensure you appear in searches. But a web presence goes beyond search engines. Your online presence includes how people see and think about your business. In short, your digital presence is like a storefront where visitors form their thoughts and opinions about your offerings. Online visibility and marketing for apartments enhance the digital presence of leasing properties. These methods are crucial for attracting potential residents and offering an immersive, informative, and engaging online experience. With the right marketing... View Article


virtual leasing guide

The Ultimate FREE Virtual Leasing Guide For Multifamily Marketing

April 21, 2020 4:40 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Reading Time: 3 minutes The new normal for touring apartment buildings and units is now a fully digital experience. Download your free virtual leasing guide and start implementing emerging technology, and innovative strategies today. Over the past several weeks, every multifamily community has been able to see the impact of COVID-19. Sudden economic changes and challenges have brought many new tasks for property management teams. Perhaps the most relevant transformations that have occurred are the ones involving virtual leasing. Properties are revising their current leasing strategies to avoid face to face contact and to maintain everything in a virtual manner. Virtual leasing is becoming... View Article