Rental property risk mitigation starts with what you can't see

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Rental property risk mitigation starts with what you can’t see

Posted in: news, tips

Most property managers know their vacancy rate by heart. Ask how many residents carry active insurance or how many applicants were exactly who they claimed to be, and it gets fuzzy. That gap is the real risk. Here’s what’s hiding in the blind spot and how to finally see it.

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The reply that saves the lease: responsiveness in Canada’s rental market

Posted in: residential, tips, trends

Today’s renters expect communication that is simple, timely and easy to access. With turnover climbing and channels multiplying, responsiveness has shifted from a customer service enhancement to an operational requirement. Here is how property owners and managers can keep up without adding headcount.

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Smarter board management for condo and strata communities

Posted in: hoa-condo

Condo and strata boards juggle communication, records, compliance and decision-making every day. See how smarter board management tools can help simplify workflows, improve transparency and keep communities moving with more confidence.

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Navigating reserve funds in condo management

Posted in: hoa-condo, tips

Strong reserve fund planning helps condo boards protect long-term property value, reduce the risk of special assessments and give owners more confidence in the financial health of their community.

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What’s new in Yardi Breeze Premier: Summer 2026

Posted in: news

We’ve been busy. This summer’s update to Yardi Breeze Premier updates brings improvements across the board, from your dashboard to the field and a lot of it came straight from your feedback. Here’s what’s new. Stay in the loop, even when you’re not logged in For the property manager who can’t be in the system … Continued

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Canada’s rental market is shifting: what the Q1 2026 data tells us

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Canada’s rental market is under real pressure in 2026. With national vacancy crossing 5% for the first time, new lease rents turning negative and population decline reshaping demand, Q1 data signals a market in transition, and a tougher environment for housing providers nationwide.

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Women in tech: Confidence through doing – a conversation with Maia Opacic

Posted in: people

Maia Opacic shares her journey from marketing intern to full-time team member at Yardi, reflecting on confidence, mentorship and growing through real-world experience in real estate tech.

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Renter interest is rising. Does your website build trust fast enough?

Posted in: news

As renter mobility rises across Canada, your property website needs to do more than list units. It should build trust quickly, answer key questions upfront and help qualified prospects take the next step

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