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Understanding the Seasonal Dynamics of the Single-Family Rental (SFR) Market
Understanding the seasonal dynamics of the single-family rental (SFR) market is crucial for property managers and investors aiming to optimize occupancy rates and rental income…
A Look Back at Our Market Predictions: How Our Forecast Has Played Out 18 Months Later
Introduction: Eighteen months ago, we predicted a notable slowdown in the rental market, emphasizing the long-term importance of strategic pricing, strong presentation, and disciplined property…
A Relentless March Toward Quality: How Our Marriott-Style Strategy Delivers Sustainable Success
Introduction: In today’s shifting property management landscape, the difference between a short-term, cut-rate approach and a quality-driven, long-term investment model has become more apparent than…
Building Wealth in Rentals: Prioritizing Long-Term Gains Over Short-Term Wins
The Rental Property Success Guiding Light, Long-Term NOI via the Benefits of Quality Over Quick Gains The rental property market has evolved dramatically since 2019,…
Navigating the Complex Rental Management Landscape: Why Professional Management Is Essential in Today’s Market
The rental property market has evolved dramatically over the past few years, becoming more intricate and risk-laden than ever before. With the rise in rental…
Straight Talk on Maximizing Investor Profitability in Property Management
In the property management industry, it’s common to encounter a myriad of statistics and claims that can make it challenging for investors to discern reality…
The Efficiency of Today’s Rental Markets: A Deep Dive into the Modern World of Rental Management
The modern rental market is a dynamic and highly efficient ecosystem, shaped significantly by the advent of digital platforms such as Zillow, Apartments.com, and Realtor.com…
Lessons Rental Investors Can Learn from a Housekeeper (and Mother of a MoveZen Staff Member)
Real estate investing is often seen as a domain for the highly experienced or those with deep pockets, but valuable lessons can be drawn from…
Dramatically Enhancing Investor Profitability Through Resident Satisfaction in Property Management
Why Satisfied Renters Are a Goldmine in Modern Property Management At MoveZen, we are pioneering a new standard in the single-family rental industry. Our approach…
MoveZen Volunteers at the Senior Center: A Lesson in Exceptional Logistical Operations
At MoveZen Property Management, community involvement and learning are at the core of our operations. Recently, our Wilmington team had the privilege of volunteering at…
US Immigration Trends: A Surge in 2022-2024 Boosts Housing Demand
Introduction In the recent years spanning from 2022 through the first half of 2024, the United States witnessed a significant uptick in immigration. According to…
Build-to-Rent Investment Tips: Lessons from Decades of Experience Delivering Thousands of Rental Price Estimates
Introduction If there’s one thing we’ve learned from nearly 20 years of pricing rentals daily across two states and seven major metros, it’s that the…
Moneyball for Property Management: How Data-Driven Decisions Can Maximize Rental Returns
Property Management Moneyball: Maximizing Rental Returns with Data-Driven Decisions Introduction In “Moneyball,” Billy Beane revolutionized baseball by relying on data and analytics rather than intuition,…
The Future of Housing Costs: Trends and Preparations for Homeowners and Renters
Introduction With over 20 years of experience in housing investment management, particularly during pivotal economic periods like the 2008 financial crisis, we have developed a…