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Resident Retention Ideas: Show Residents Gratitude This Thanksgiving

Reading Time: 6 minutes The holidays are here! Can you believe it? As property managers, you stress about getting brand new renters through your doors, but today we wanted to talk about a different proposal. Resident retention. Resident retention is simply the goal to minimalize resident turnover and encourage residents to stay long-term. Overall resident satisfaction is such an important part of apartment marketing. Resident retention efforts are often underestimated. However, it is no surprise that these efforts can lead to ongoing resident retention. Why should you focus on resident retention? Resident retention is a win-win. It’s simple. The more your current residents feel... View Article

Apartment Marketing Specialist: Isabella Housel by Isabella Housel | November 13, 2019
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How To Maintain High Occupancy Rates in Apartments Beyond Summer

Reading Time: 10 minutes Every season has new opportunities and difficulties for apartment management teams. As we move through the seasons, it’s important to remember that demand for apartments and rental units fluctuates and evolves throughout the year, rather than peaking at a single point. It’s an easy mistake to assume that once your units are full, you can take a break and relax. But, maintaining high occupancy rates and guaranteeing tenant satisfaction is a year-round effort. To keep your apartments filled and your tenants happy during each season, you need to adjust your marketing, maintenance, and tenant interaction strategies. How are you going... View Article

Apartment Marketing Specialist: Chandra Lloyd by Chandra Lloyd | June 13, 2019
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How to Address Negative Apartment Reviews Effectively

Reading Time: 10 minutes Have you ever searched for an apartment community and were immediately turned off by the negative apartment reviews? Your online reputation is incredibly important when it comes to attracting new residents. The current experience that your residents are having can translate into your future success. Reading negative comments from people does not get anyone excited about living somewhere. We all know that one person’s experience is probably not true for everyone, but it can easily deter anyone from continuing their leasing experience. If you notice you are getting fewer leads, it may likely be due to your community’s reputation. Getting... View Article

Apartment Marketing Specialist: Isabella Housel by Isabella Housel | May 7, 2019
Innovative Apartment Marketing Ideas for Spring

Reading Time: 8 minutes Spring has finally sprung! The sun is out, the flowers are blooming, and your marketing campaigns could use some blossoming as well. Spring is a wonderful time for apartment marketing efforts. To make the most of the spring apartment market, consider offering seasonal discounts or promotions to attract more residents. Prospective residents are starting to analyze where they will be located during the summer, and if they will be moving in the fall. This is often the peak of student housing leases for the following year. During spring and summer, more people are inclined to move since the weather is... View Article

Apartment Marketing Specialist: Chandra Lloyd by Chandra Lloyd | April 11, 2018
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7 Simple Move-In Gifts for Apartment Renters

Reading Time: 4 minutes Move-in gift idea: Welcome to the Neighborhood Hello, Welcome to the neighborhood new neighbor! Nothing will make your new resident feel right at home than a yummy dinner basket. This basket is easy to assemble but will impress your residents with your thoughtfulness. Take your residents to Italy with ingredients you can find at your local grocer. What you’ll need: A basket A box of your favorite pasta Pasta sauce Parmesan A bag salad Tongs A free label from Marketapts! Simply email sales@marketapts.com with the Subject Line “Welcome to the Neighborhood Label” Of course, the best move-in gifts are the... View Article

Apartment Marketing Specialist: Market Apartments by Market Apartments | March 26, 2018
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Resident Relations Strategies for Property Managers

Reading Time: 10 minutes Resident relationship strategies in apartment management can be complicated. They include a variety of techniques and approaches used by property managers to build, maintain, and strengthen the relationships they have with their current residents. As an owner or property manager, you know that focusing on communication, trust, and community building is a crucial part of building those relationships. This approach moves beyond basic tenant management to a more holistic view that considers the emotional and community aspects of resident management. Implementing tenant engagement strategies, like regular community events, is really effective when it comes to enhancing the overall satisfaction and... View Article

Apartment Marketing Specialist: Chandra Lloyd by Chandra Lloyd | January 31, 2018
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Throw a “Say Yes to the Address” Party for Residents

Reading Time: 3 minutes For those familiar with the hit TLC show “Say Yes to the Dress,” you know the ways in which apartment shopping is a lot like wedding dress shopping–there’s the surly friend who shoots down everything (too big, too small, WAY too shiny!), the mom who just wants her child to be happy (I like this TOO!), and the drive to find the “perfect one.” Here at Marketapts, we think residents should be just as happy with their homes as blushing brides are with their dresses. Because of that, we’re giving you the tips to throwing your own “Say Yes to... View Article

Apartment Marketing Specialist: Market Apartments by Market Apartments | October 4, 2017