Compliance & Corporate Responsibility Under the New Administration
Trying to gauge where your sustainability strategy stands right now? You’re not alone. Policies shift. Executive orders fly. And yet, many companies are still pushing forward. The challenge? Staying on top of changing federal, state, and local-level requirements, all while balancing investor expectations and meeting customer needs.
Watt’s Next: AI and the Future of Multifamily Energy Management
In the fast-evolving world of multifamily housing, AI isn’t just for chatbots and leasing automation anymore. It’s flipping the switch on a critical area of operational efficiency: energy management. We’ve already discussed how AI supports centralization in leasing, maintenance, marketing, and resident experience.…
Utility & Operations Trends to Watch: Insights from Conservice Connect Multifamily
Compliance updates. NOI pressure. Cathedral thinking. Doesn’t sound like lively dinner table conversation. But if you’re a multifamily owner or operator, these topics are high on your priority list and were discussed at length in sessions, over meals, and during…
Ask an Expert with Larry Furr
Meet Larry Furr At Onboard, Conservice’s bulk internet management solution, delivering seamless, connected living experiences starts with the right technology-and the right leadership behind it. That’s where Larry Furr comes in. As Senior Vice President of Product, Larry has been…
From Scores to Standards: ESPM’s Growing Impact on Compliance
ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager (ESPM), the a benchmarking platform, is more than just a tracking tool—it’s a compliance essential. In this episode, we unpack how ESPM compares your properties to peers nationwide, offers real-time efficiency insights, and plays a growing…
What’s New in the GRESB 2025 Portal? Know These Key Updates for Stronger Scores
GRESB season is officially here. The portal opened April 1 and closes July 1, so real estate ESG teams everywhere are deep in documentation mode. But before you dive in too deep, it’s worth slowing down and getting familiar with what’s…
What Is a Technology Amenity — and How Do You Actually Manage One?
For years, “amenities” in residential real estate have mostly meant physical spaces: gyms, pools, dog parks, co-working lounges. These are features residents can see and touch – and operators can maintain through established processes. But today’s residents expect more. The…
Utility University | April 2025: Key Insights and Industry Trends
Catch the latest industry news, utility trends, and updates for April 2025 — all in one quick roundup. Stay informed on what’s shaping real estate, utilities, and property management this month!
Manufactured Housing Moves Forward: Insights from the IMN Forum
At this year’s IMN Manufactured Housing Forum, one thing was clear: manufactured housing has solidified its role as a critical component of the U.S. housing market. As demand grows, available homes become harder to find, and residents expect more from…
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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…
Built to Go the Distance: How Properties Achieve ENERGY STAR, LEED, and WELL Certifications
We recently held our first 5K for our team, and it got us thinking. We watched many of our Experts who hadn’t run in years (or ever) lace up, train for weeks, and push through on the big day. The…
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