Note: This is part two of our series on technology innovations that help property owners and managers get the most from their investments.  In part one of our ongoing series, we explored the benefits of Azibo’s online management system and Livable’s platform to...

As a Housing Provider, managing expenses is an essential aspect of maintaining a healthy return on your investment and ensuring long-term success. One area where costs can add up quickly is utilities, such as electricity, gas, wifi access, sewer, trash collection and...

Note: This is part one of our series on technology innovations that help property owners and managers get the most from their investments.  Managing properties, whether your own investment or as a fulfilling career, is a lot of work. But property managers today...

Managing a property is time-consuming, especially if you own multiple properties or live at a distance from your assets. Many property owners see their rental income as a means to enjoy their lives, rather a full-time job of maintenance and problem-solving. If you see...

You’ve seen ads for rental insurance. But do you know what it covers OR if you can require tenants to get it?  Rental insurance is a specific type of policy that covers possessions within the home as opposed to the home itself. It is highly beneficial to your...

Single-family homes, duplexes, multifamily complexes and businesses have traditionally fought for idyllic lawns with the aim of causing envy among neighbors and passersby. But at Livable, we think we have a better idea! It’s time to level up and consider trading...

At Livable, our mission is to help save Housing Providers money while encouraging conservation by making residents responsible for their utility usage, especially water. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the residential electricity price...

As a Housing Provider, one of the most fundamental responsibilities you have is collecting rent, and in some cases, utility payments from your Residents. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon to have Residents who fall behind on their payments for rent and utilities,...

“At Livable, we want to keep residents and property owners up to date on issues that impact everyone in the rental market. We sympathize with tenants having financial issues, especially in the current inflationary climate. But we also recognize that housing providers...

With utility costs continuing to climb while rents and unit demand are dropping, the best way to  improve your bottom line is to implement a ratio utility billing system (RUBS), an inexpensive and easy way to make tenants financially responsible for their...