What is Build to Rent property management?
In order to look at what Build to Rent (BTR) property management means, it’s important to first examine exactly what Build to Rent is, and how it differs from the traditional lettings model. Build to Rent was originally an American invention that...
How resident engagement and communication help BTR operators stand out
With investment in the UK’s Build to Rent (BTR) sector at an all-time high, there’s never been a better time for tenants searching for places to live, with a wide range of options available. But with...
How will the Internet of Things (IoT) change property management?
Proptech has developed to such an extent that it can solve problems before they even arise. With the cost of data storage and connectivity both falling, it's no longer just a buzzword. Here, we look...
7 key insights about the BTR resident journey
As the year draws to a close, we spoke to our BTR (build to rent) Industry Advisor and Operations & Commercial Director at PLATFORM_, Kevin Watson, to get his insights on how BTR operators can...
7 Key Learnings From Webinar: Unlocking Build to Rent
In June Fixflo hosted a webinar with the UKAA where our MD Rajeev Nayyar and a panel of experts from across the legal and property fields discussed how the Build to Rent (BTR) sector is faring in the...
All You Need to Know About Excess Heat (HHSRS Hazard 3)
Although ‘the great British summer’ is often a laughable prospect (think washed-out BBQs, gusty winds and rain stopping play!) the reality is that the UK is getting hotter and temperatures of 40°C...
What Does a Property Manager Do?
Everyone in the property industry will have met (or been) a Property Manager (PM) at one point or another. Often, the title is taken for granted - there can be an unspoken assumption that everyone...
5 Tips to Turn Boring KPIs into Actionable Data
With remote working the primary mode of work for many property managers, the need to monitor performance and present these findings in quantifiable numbers is greater than ever. But in a time of...
How to Get Change Management Right When Introducing New Processes and...
Sometimes, change is for the better.
But only if you do it right.
Introducing new processes and software systems into your business or organisation can either be highly disruptive or an impeccably...
Maximising Yield in Build to Rent Properties
The UK build to rent (BTR) sector, comprising purpose-built rental homes that are professionally managed and institutionally owned, is booming. Recent research carried out by Savills showed that...
How to Prevent Damp and Mould
They say that prevention is better than a cure and that’s definitely the case when it comes to damp and mould. Although there are many ways to treat damp and mould once it develops, it’s far easier...
Why Adequate Response Times Are Key to Repairs and Maintenance...
When it comes to maintenance and repairs, staying compliant (and within the bounds of the law) can be a contentious issue. Most of the rules around repairs are based on the interpretation of laws and...
The Four Cs of Effective Contractor Communication
Did you know that even the smallest repairs job can generate up to 15 back-and-forth exchanges between contractors, landlords and tenants? By the time you’ve sifted through every last phone call,...