The Power of the Portal

Technology doesn’t necessarily solve everything. We get it – there is certainly value in a handshake, facetime (not to be confused with FaceTime over an iPhone) and good ole-fashioned human interaction.

But, here in 2021, technology can make things a whole lot easier, particularly in the property management realm. An example is a well-executed online portal for owners and tenants. Time and time again we hear from our clients about how much they love our portal set-up for its intuitiveness and how much easier it can make the most stressful of tasks.

For owners, our portal allows simplified and secure payments, spanning receiving deposits from tenants to being able to pay for maintenance and/or repairs in a matter of seconds. The Arlington Realty Property Management portal also provides powerful data including on-demand financial statements and critical tax documents as well as a built-in messaging / email tool to keep communication streamlined.

For tenants, the portal keeps things stress-free, too. Rather than having to mail out a check or use an untrusted platform for transferring rent, the portal provides a secure way of doing so... and you can even set up automatic payments. From the portal, renters can also submit maintenance requests and vital documents (e.g., proof of insurance).

For all sides of property management, these tools equate to less stress and less time wasted. Plus, these features are only the tip of the iceberg in all the platforms offer.

We’ve heard the mantra over and over again during the last year: “We’re all in this together.” Well, to bring harmony to any landlord-tenant relationship, efficiency and communication are key in ultimately working together. And, with a well-executed portal, you’re well on your way.

To kick your property management efforts into high gear, give Arlington Realty Property Management a buzz today at 703-836-2525 or email mypropertymgr@gmail.com.