RUBS Utility Billing vs. Submetering: A Decision Guide
TL;DR: Not every property gets to choose between RUBS and submetering – your building, budget, and state regulations all play a role. RUBS (Ratio Utility Billing System) is faster and less expensive to implement. Submetering is more accurate but requires…
NAA 2026 Debrief: AI Everywhere, Automation Under Pressure, and the Human Work of Multifamily
Attending this year’s Apartmentalize (which was truly excellent, by the way), you couldn’t help but notice a contrast. On the one hand, the vendor floor was an absolute sea of AI and agentic technology marketing. AI banners, AI leasing agents,…
Retain Residents Longer with Transparent, Fair Utility Billing
Improve resident retention with transparent utility billing. Build trust, increase resident satisfaction, reduce disputes, and support lease renewals with fair billing practices.
Power in Partnership: Building a Real Estate Tech Ecosystem That Works
More tech doesn’t always mean a better resident experience. The true potential lies not in individual tools, but in how they work together. From internet to access control, smart home tech to resident experience platforms, properties rely on a growing…
2026 Building Performance Standards Compliance by City
Stay ahead of 2026 building performance standards like Local Law 97. Track city deadlines, understand penalties, upgrade properties, and take action to stay compliant.
Good Data In, Good Data Out: The Key To Turn Season
It’s that time of year again for student housing. Move-outs are piling up nearly as fast as move-ins and student housing operators and property teams have just a few short weeks to get it all sorted before the next wave…
Improving Resident Experience Through Connectivity: 4 Reasons Bulk Internet Actually Works
Multifamily owners and operators are rethinking how connectivity is delivered. Bulk internet programs are becoming an increasingly valuable solution.
Conflict in Iran Affects Utility Costs
The situation in Iran is already having measurable economic effects. While much of the attention has focused on geopolitical implications, the financial impact on consumers is becoming increasingly clear. At the time of this publication, U.S. consumers have absorbed an…
A Practical Way to Prioritize Climate Risk Across Your Portfolio [Rent at Risk: Part 3]
Climate risk analysis produces a long list of exposures across assets and markets, but it does not always produce a clear path forward. How should you leverage and prioritize available data?
Subscribe To Our Blog Newsletter
Keep yourself ahead of the curve with the latest utility news, trends, & resources.
Editor's Picks
RUBS Utility Billing vs. Submetering: A Decision Guide
TL;DR: Not every property gets to choose between RUBS and submetering – your building, budget, and state regulations all play a role. RUBS (Ratio Utility Billing System) is faster and less expensive to implement. Submetering is more accurate but requires…
NAA 2026 Debrief: AI Everywhere, Automation Under Pressure, and the Human Work of Multifamily
Attending this year’s Apartmentalize (which was truly excellent, by the way), you couldn’t help but notice a contrast. On the one hand, the vendor floor was an absolute sea of AI and agentic technology marketing. AI banners, AI leasing agents,…
Inside Multifamily with NAA President & CEO Bob Pinnegar
Inside Multifamily with NAA President & CEO Bob Pi | RSS.com Conservice’s Lauren Howard sits down with National Apartment Association President and CEO Bob Pinnegar to discuss the current state of the rental housing industry. From supply and affordability challenges…
Retain Residents Longer with Transparent, Fair Utility Billing
Improve resident retention with transparent utility billing. Build trust, increase resident satisfaction, reduce disputes, and support lease renewals with fair billing practices.
Power in Partnership: Building a Real Estate Tech Ecosystem That Works
More tech doesn’t always mean a better resident experience. The true potential lies not in individual tools, but in how they work together. From internet to access control, smart home tech to resident experience platforms, properties rely on a growing…
2026 Building Performance Standards Compliance by City
Stay ahead of 2026 building performance standards like Local Law 97. Track city deadlines, understand penalties, upgrade properties, and take action to stay compliant.
Good Data In, Good Data Out: The Key To Turn Season
It’s that time of year again for student housing. Move-outs are piling up nearly as fast as move-ins and student housing operators and property teams have just a few short weeks to get it all sorted before the next wave…
Improving Resident Experience Through Connectivity: 4 Reasons Bulk Internet Actually Works
Multifamily owners and operators are rethinking how connectivity is delivered. Bulk internet programs are becoming an increasingly valuable solution.
Conflict in Iran Affects Utility Costs
The situation in Iran is already having measurable economic effects. While much of the attention has focused on geopolitical implications, the financial impact on consumers is becoming increasingly clear. At the time of this publication, U.S. consumers have absorbed an…
A Practical Way to Prioritize Climate Risk Across Your Portfolio [Rent at Risk: Part 3]
Climate risk analysis produces a long list of exposures across assets and markets, but it does not always produce a clear path forward. How should you leverage and prioritize available data?
Experience Effortless Utility Management and Cost Savings
Connect with us today to discover how our solutions can ease tenant billback, streamline utility management, and reduce your costs and energy usage. Make your utility management smarter and more efficient with Conservice!
