Management & Operations.
The posts below cover the topics of management & operations within Build to Rent developments. The focus on long-term, high-quality service that tenants receive, is the core principle & philosophy of BTR. It is a key differentiator and highly valued. Read more below.
Most Read Articles.
Build To Rent: Building a Community
The essence of community in a Build to Rent development cannot be downplayed. It is a major contributor to the success of any BTR scheme…
Threats to Private Landlords Due to Build to Rent Systems
The UK is experimenting with a relatively new housing scheme to meet the increasing demand for residence...
Management Makes the Building
It is no secret that management is a key factor in the performance of any project regardless of its potential...
Management & Operations Articles.
Management is the heartbeat of a Tier 1 BtR development. Here we continually showcase who’s doing it best & how!
How to implement AI into Property in 2023
The ever-evolving world of technology has paved the way for artificial intelligence (AI) to make its mark on various industries, and the realm of property development is no exception. With its ability to analyze vast amounts of data,…
Management Q&A With Matt Smith
Welcome back to the UK Build to Rent Q&A series. Join us this week as we share a management focused Q&A with Matt Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Allsop Letting & Management. Allsop is an independent property consultancy…
Management Q&A With Alastair Mullens
Welcome back to the UK Build to Rent Q&A series. Join us this week as we share our investment focused Q&A with Alastair Mullens, Managing Director of Vertus at Canary Wharf Group Vertus is part of the Canary…
Management Q&A With Sarah Tonkinson
Welcome back to the UK Build to Rent Q&A series. Join us this week as we share our Q&A focused on the management with Sarah Tonkinson, Managing Director of Institutional PRS and Build to Rent for Foxtons. This…
Management Q&A With Anish Thobhani
Welcome back to the UK Build to Rent Q&A series. Join us this week as we share our Q&A focused on the management with Anish Thobhani, Director of Customer Operations, Grainger plc. Grainger plc is the UK’s largest listed…
Management Q&A With Luke Lightfoot
Welcome back to our latest Q&A series. Join us this week as we share our management focused Q&A with Luke Lightfoot, Regional Director of Asset Management, Sigma Capital. Sigma Capital Group is a leading provider of build-to-rent housing.…
Q&A With Debra Yudolph Part 2
Welcome back to our Q&A series. In January, UK Build to Rent interviewed Debra Yudolph & Esme Webb of SAY Property Consulting LLP on Build to Rent management. The interview was conducted by video call and consequently provided…
7 Best Building Management Systems in 2022 (Ranked and Reviewed)
If you’re looking for the best Building Management Systems on the market in 2022, then look no further! When it comes to Building Management Systems (BMS) for Build to Rent developments, there are a lot of different factors…
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Q&A With Debra Yudolph Part 1
Welcome back to our latest Q&A series. In January, UK Build to Rent interviewed Debra Yudolph & Esme Webb of SAY Property Consulting LLP on Build to Rent management. The interview was conducted by video call and consequently…
Three Innovative Ways to Increase Net Operating Income
The build-to-rent market is seeing a lot of growth in the UK, but one thing that could be restricting maximum returns for BtR owners’ operators is the gap between operating income and operating cost. This article will explore…
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Repairs & Maintenance: The Three Factors That Can Make or Break Tenant Experience
A distinguishing feature of Build to Rent from other rental housing schemes is its maintenance and repairs culture. This flows from the tenant-oriented ideology of the housing scheme. This focus on providing tenants with repairs and maintenance is…
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Robots vs Humans: Where Technology Will & Will Not Take Over in the BtR Sector
Throughout history, man has strived to make his life & work easier. Hence our dependence on technology – as a means to automation. However, with ease comes a dilemma of human redundancy, as our means of livelihood is…
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What is an AI powered development, and how will this affect me as a landlord?
Introduction Artificial intelligence has been around for a while, and its capabilities have grown exponentially in recent years. In the near future it may be able to do everything from writing essays to diagnosing cancer. But what about…
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BTR Employment: Start at the Bottom, Finish at the Top
The emergence of any new sector in the economy will deliver a surge in employment. The Build to Rent sector is already generating a high rate of employment despite being in its early stages. Employment is set to…
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Branding in Build to Rent
Below is a re-post of the extremely informative and insightful article published by Colliers International’s Mike Butler on the power of branding in Build to Rent. Brands are a powerful marketing tool, which companies obsess over. According to Interbrand’s…
Build To Rent Community – Think Global, Act Local
Community can have a large impact on a persons wellbeing and an outright lack of it, can be detrimental. Community influences every aspect of our lives, because having a sense of community makes us feel safe. It unites…
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The Unique Selling Points of the Best Performing Build to Rent Management Companies in the UK in 2021
Introduction Build to Rent property management companies in the UK have several unique selling points that make them stand out from the competition. To start, they offer exclusive amenities and convenience perks through their online platforms. This includes…
Management Makes the Building – What Separates the Good from The Great
It is no secret that management is a key factor in the performance of any project regardless of its potential. When it comes to Build to Rent, management is a fundamental aspect that must be given its due…
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The Top Rated BtR Amenities in the UK & their Impact on a Developments Success
The unique introduction of amenities and facilities has always been a distinguishing factor of the Build to Rent sector from all other forms of rental housing available in the UK. In fact, the ideology behind the creation of…
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How top technology helps build a BtR community
There’s an old saying: “You don’t know what you’ve got ‘till it’s gone”. With the increased use of the internet over recent years and almost everyone you know using social media daily, the old sense of community in…
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Build to Rent Management is Different
Build to Rent is a relatively new form of housing system within the UK. As the name would suggest, they are developments designed solely for the purpose of renting. BtR also comes with a variety of advantages that…