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AI is Smarter than Us – And it’s Power Hungry Too

By Kellianne Gammill | November 26, 2024

AI is quietly outsmarting us all. It’s predicting when that HVAC will break, adjusting thermostats before we know we are cold, and answering resident questions before we know they have them.  But while AI is making our properties smarter, faster, and…

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When an Office is Empty, is it an Apartment? The Pros and Cons of Office-to-Multifamily Conversions

By William Bailey | November 22, 2024

Here’s a riddle you’ve probably heard: “When is a door not a door?” The answer? “When it’s ajar.” Queue applause. Now, here’s an even better riddle. “When is an office space, not an office space?” The answer, according to municipalities…

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Energy Procurement: Avoid Cost Surprises and Optimize Savings

By William Bailey | November 13, 2024

In a fluctuating energy market, navigating procurement options can mean the difference between stable costs and unexpected spikes. In this video, Marcus Burrow explores how energy procurement allows deregulated markets to take control of their power sources and manage costs…

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How to Survive the BPS Thriller: A Property Owner’s Guide

By Kellianne Gammill | October 31, 2024

People outside of real estate have normal fears. Zombies, haunted Victorian dolls, and ghosts lurking in the shadows. But in property management, there’s something far scarier – Building Performance Standards (BPS). This isn’t just an eerie tale; for property owners,…

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The Insidious Hole You Might Dig for Yourself: Utilities in Build-to-Rent Properties

By William Bailey | October 30, 2024

Some think it’s the underrated investment strategy of the future. Others in the industry insist it’s a crazed phase doomed to settle into a niche offering. But wherever you land on the will-they-won’t-they of build-to-rent (BTR) investments, they’re growing. From mainstage topics…

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The “E” in ESG: More Than Carbon Emissions

By William Bailey | October 21, 2024

When you think about the “E” in ESG, carbon emissions often steal the spotlight. But there’s much more to environmental responsibility than decarbonization. In this video, Sam Patel, Senior Solution Architect, explains the broader scope of the “E” — covering…

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Counting the Costs: How Location DRASTICALLY Shapes Utility Bills

By Lauren Bevilacqua | October 17, 2024

Owning a rental property is a lot like driving a car—what you pay depends on where you’re going. Gas is cheap in Texas, but hit California, and suddenly you’re paying a fortune at the pump. Utility costs are no different.…

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What is ESG? Understanding the Acronym

By William Bailey | October 11, 2024

So what is ESG (Environment, Social, Governance)? And why should property managers and owners invest in long-term ESG strategies? Cole Courson breaks down how ESG metrics provide insight into everything from environmental responsibility and community impact to corporate governance practices,…

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Go Big AND Go Home: Developing Off-Campus Student Housing

By William Bailey | September 25, 2024

Real estate may be all about “location, location, location,” but real estate investment is about timing. As the traditional multifamily market—especially in the Sun Belt—has grown oversaturated, off-campus student housing is emerging as a tempting and worthy investment opportunity for portfolios across…

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What the 2026 GRESB Updates Mean: Our Observations on the Key Shifts

By Nicola Helfert | November 5, 2025

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…

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California AB1414: New Bulk Internet Opt-Out Law—What You Need to Know

By Savannah Doctor | November 3, 2025

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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Built to Go the Distance: How Properties Achieve ENERGY STAR, LEED, and WELL Certifications

By Kellianne Gammill | October 23, 2025

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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Smart Waste & Water Analytics: The Next Cost-Cutting Frontier in Multifamily

By Kellianne Gammill | October 21, 2025

In this economy, cost control is on everyone’s mind. And energy and payroll usually top the list for multifamily operators. But here’s the thing: water and waste are two of the fastest-growing, least-managed costs eating into margins every day. Consider…

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Your Utilities Might Be Lying to You.

By Lauren Bevilacqua | October 20, 2025

Preventing Losses from Errors, Theft, and Oversight. Utilities don’t always tell the whole truth. At least not without a little verification. Between billing errors, meter issues, and missed rate updates, it’s easy for even the most diligent property teams to…

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The First Bills Are In. Here’s What Early Utility Data Reveals About Student Housing

By Lauren Bevilacqua | September 18, 2025

Move-in day has come and gone. The carpets are clean, the furniture is set, and the flood of parents and students with boxes and carts has finally slowed. For operators, the chaos of Turn is behind them. But another wave…

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Meet the New Goby Dashboard That Turns Sustainability Data Into Action

By McKay Luu | September 15, 2025

Conservice is excited to introduce a new dashboard for Goby, our sustainability and compliance platform. Goby has always helped real estate owners and operators manage utility and sustainability data across their portfolios. With this release, the platform now delivers insights faster,…

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Utility Data Centralization: Unlocking AI, Energy, and Sustainable Solutions

By Kellianne Gammill | August 27, 2025

Let me tell you a secret. If you were to take over my computer at any given moment, you’d probably find 30 tabs, 10 apps, and a spreadsheet all open at once. I’ll admit it: I’m no expert at centralizing…

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The Hidden Engine Driving Build-to-Rent in 2025

By Lauren Bevilacqua | August 26, 2025

When the Smiths moved into a brand‑new rental home last spring, they didn’t just discover fresh flooring or smart thermostats; they stepped into a lifestyle shaped by seamless utility management. They never saw a bill go astray, never gawked at…

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ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager: What’s Really Happening and How to Protect Your Data

By Jack Davis | August 18, 2025

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…

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