ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager: What’s Really Happening and How to Protect Your Data
If you work in property management or sustainability, you’ve probably heard the headlines. Back in May, several news outlets reported that the federal ENERGY STAR program (including ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager) could be eliminated. The reality in August 2025 looks…
How Bulk Internet Can Elevate the Manufactured Housing Experience
Reliable internet access is no longer a luxury, it’s essential infrastructure. Yet, in many manufactured housing communities (MHCs), dependable, high-speed connectivity is still lacking. As digital demands continue to grow, bulk internet presents a timely opportunity for operators to modernize…
5 Takeaways from Our CRE Market Survey
Sometimes, insights are too valuable to keep tucked away in a newsletter. That’s why we’re sharing a shortened version of our latest ESG Alpha newsletter here on the blog—so even more of our friends can stay informed on what’s shaping…
Cruise Toward Compliance in 2026
If you haven’t been living under a rock, you know ESG is undergoing a metamorphosis. With the rollback of DEI earlier this year, ESG has been cocooned in regulatory and federal uncertainty. But something clearer and more actionable has emerged…
Trends, Tenure & Transparency: What’s Next in Utilities | Utility University
From industry conferences to internal expertise, Conservice is tracking the biggest shifts in multifamily utility management. In this recap, we’re pulling insights from three recent blog posts to explore where the industry is headed—whether it’s the explosive growth of Build‑to‑Rent,…
Reimagining Internet in Single Family Rentals: A Smarter, Simpler Approach
As institutional Single Family Rental (SFR) portfolios grow, so does the complexity of managing them. From utilities and maintenance to compliance and resident services, operators are being asked to do more, often with tighter margins and fewer people. At Conservice, we’ve…
Ask an Expert with Michelle Winters
Meet Michelle Winters ESG translator. Risk mitigator. Vice President of ESG Sales at Conservice. Michelle doesn’t think of herself as a salesperson-and that’s kind of the point. With over a decade of experience helping companies build responsible, resilient strategies that…
Utilities Need a Seat at Your Next Budget Meeting
Budget season is here, and while teams are taking a closer look at every line on the P&L, utilities often get reduced to a simple percentage increase and treated as if costs are predictable. It’s a risky assumption. Utilities impact NOI,…
Ask an Expert with Tiffany Bergsjo
Meet Tiffany Bergsjo In honor of our 25th anniversary, we are celebrating our most tenured Utility Expert: Tiffany Bergsjo. As Director of Engineering, she’s been part of Conservice since nearly the beginning, joining in August 2003. From coding in the first office with…
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New Rules. Same Old Trash. Ask an Expert with Tedd Schonsheck
Meet Tedd Schonsheck: Waste strategist. Former Army officer. Recovering retail executive. Now, he’s one of the people dedicated to making sure trash actually works for property owners and managers.
Climate Risk Is Now a Portfolio Allocation Question, Not a Reporting Exercise
A practical framework for screening climate risk in multifamily portfolios and identifying market and asset hotspots.
Keep the Heat On: Utility Assistance Resources for Property Teams This Winter
Record-breaking cold across the East is driving heating costs higher and putting pressure on residents and property teams alike.. Meanwhile, in our headquarters in Utah, we’re still scanning the mountains for snow (we’re not bitter). But across the country, winter…
Exploring the YoY Energy Price Hikes
Why Doing Everything Right Still Costs More First the lightning. Then the thunderclap. Right? The lightning. Over the last 18 months, AI, in all of its many and emerging forms, roared across the U.S. And while cultural and enterprise hesitance…
Onboard Is Now Conservice Internet Management
Since 2017, Onboard has been singularly focused on transforming how internet is delivered, supported, and monetized in the real estate industry. We’ve built a platform that simplifies bulk and non-bulk internet programs for owners, enhances the resident experience, and drives…
Senior Living Runs on Care (and Careful Utility Management)
Senior living operations exist for one main reason: to support residents. Every role, every process, and every decision ultimately serves people, not just systems. That focus is what makes the industry unique. And it’s also what makes operational strain show up more quickly when something falls out of balance.
The NOI Drain You Can’t See: How Utility Billing Errors Quietly Undermine Portfolio Performance
Identify and recover hidden utility billing errors that quietly drain NOI. Learn how a utility bill audit, automation, and expert review improve budget accuracy across multifamily and commercial portfolios.
Mid-Lease Enrollments: You’ve Signed a Bulk Internet Contract—Now What?
Signing an internet management contract is a big step forward. You’ve secured better pricing, guaranteed service levels, and one of the most in-demand amenities for your residents. But once the ink is dry, the real work begins: getting residents enrolled.
What the 2026 GRESB Updates Mean: Our Observations on the Key Shifts
Change is on the horizon. The 2026 GRESB Real Estate Standard marks a decisive move toward measurable, performance-based climate action. Rather than incremental adjustments, these updates focus attention on the issues that most directly shape long-term value and resilience. GRESB…
California AB1414: New Bulk Internet Opt-Out Law—What You Need to Know
New Requirements Go Into Effect January 1, 2026 California has officially passed AB1414, a bill that changes how property owners and operators can offer bulk internet services to residents. Beginning January 1, 2026, property owners must allow residents the ability…
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