SmartRent in the Press
UDR CTO Josh Gampp on the Role of Technology in Improving the Resident Experience
Josh Gampp, senior vice president and CTO at UDR, Inc. (NYSE: UDR), says technology plays a leading role in improving the customer experience at the apartment REIT.
Smart Communities and Smart Operations Deliver Smart Living for All
Convenience and efficiency are top priorities for both renters and property managers, which places a premium on technologies that simplify everyday living, reduce energy spending and enhance the productivity of management teams.
Gen Z Is Staying In Apartments Longer. Young Developers Might Have A Leg Up In Catering To Their Peers
Like so many other developers, Bogan is chasing a younger generation of apartment dwellers who, due to challenges in the housing market, see themselves as being renters for much longer than older generations. Bogan believes it’s just common sense for developers to think more about the consumer.
SmartRent secures lease for new Phoenix headquarters
Life Time, Whole Foods and Buck & Rider are some of the surrounding retail and restaurant tenants that are operating near SmartRent's new headquarters.
SmartRent Welcomes Frank Martell to Board of Directors
SmartRent’s strategic decision to bring Frank Martell onto its Board of Directors underscores the company’s commitment to leveraging top-tier industry expertise to drive growth and innovation.
10 Ways to Cut Your Utility Bill and Stay Cool
Temperatures are heating up. In fact, scientists are now warning that 2024 could surpass heat records for the second year in a row.
SmartRent Alloy Deadbolt Reaction
SmartRent unveils Alloy Deadbolt, enhancing smart lock solutions for rental housing.
PropTech Roundup: Innovation and Leadership Moves
Findigs, a proptech company that simplifies rental screening and leasing decisions, announced $27 million in Series B funding.
Slice of Real Estate EP. 5 - Lucas Haldeman, CEO at SmartRent
In Episode #5 of Slice of Real Estate, Lucas Haldeman, CEO at SmartRent talks PropTech innovation.
Spotlight CC: SmartRent
Ivy hosted a fireside chat with Lucas Haldeman, CEO of SmartRent. They provide smart home solutions and property operations for multifamily.
February 2024 roundup: New multifamily products
The Alloy SmartHome Hub+ by SmartRent combines a smart thermostat with an integrated smart hub device, designed specifically for use in rental housing.
There was a major gap between rental properties and Big Tech, but SmartRent CEO and Founder Lucas Haldeman found a way to bridge it, as he tells CEO-NA magazine in an interview
The success of SmartRent Inc. – the first and still only major provider of smart home and property operations solutions for the rental housing industry – boils down to one simple factor: having found a market need and filling it.
SmartRent's New Smart Home Device Set to Innovate Rental Housing Market
The Alloy SmartHome Hub+, a sophisticated thermostat that doubles as a smart hub, employs Z-Wave technology to offer unprecedented control and automation for both residents and property managers.
This CFO Says Digital IQ Will Define Role in 2024
Increasingly, the chief financial officer (CFO) has stepped up to play the navigator role within organizations, as firms big and small look to find sturdy footing in the face of changing macroeconomic conditions and an always-shifting operating environment.
Fool-Proofing Rental Housing: Community Wi-Fi is the Game-Changer
Our day-to-day lives have become increasingly digital, making access to continuous, reliable, and seamless internet vital. There have been significant improvements in connectivity for consumers, retailers, and residential homes through the availability of fiber and 5G. Yet, only one percent of renters have the connectivity they really want and need with uninterrupted Wi-Fi service. Considering there are more than 100 million apartment renters nationwide, the digital divide is steep.
Mobile Maintenance Continues to Deliver Efficiency and a ‘Good Word’ for BH Techs
BH’s mobile maintenance solution continues its long-standing success, particularly among maintenance team staff members, according to Amy Chien, BH’s Director of Strategic Innovations.
SmartRent Names Daryl Stemm as Chief Financial Officer
SmartRent announces the appointment of Daryl Stemm as its Chief Financial Officer.
SmartRent Earns Coveted Spot on Deloitte's 2023 Technology Fast 500™ List
SmartRent announced it has been named on Deloitte’s 2023 Technology Fast 500™ list. Deloitte's Technology Fast 500™ is North America's leading technology awards program, ranking the fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life science and energy technology companies.
Report Reveals Unmet Demand for Community WiFi
Only 1% of renters have the internet service they want, according to research from SmartRent and Parks Associates.
Be Smart About It: Practical AI and Smart Home Deployment
Rental housing was slow to embrace AI and smart technology, but the automation wave has finally washed over the industry. Property managers now must decide how deep to wade into the new tech market and what makes sense for their businesses. A sink-or-swim approach isn't necessary, but those who only dip a toe in miss an opportunity to create a competitive advantage by offering an elevated living experience — and retain talent by driving operational efficiencies for on-site associates. AI and smart home solutions deliver convenience across the board, serving residents and property teams alike.
SmartRent: Board Director John Dorman Named to List of Influential Leaders
SmartRent announced that John Dorman, board director, has been named one of the most influential leaders in corporate governance by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) as part of their 2023 NACD Directorship 100™, an annual list of leading corporate directors and governance advocates.
The iREIT Podcast - CEO Interview with Lucas Haldeman
Brad Thomas Interviews the CEO of SmartRent a Property Tech Firm on this week's The Ground Up Vodcast.
Lucas Haldeman, CEO at SmartRent - The Riderflex Podcast
Lucas Haldeman is the visionary Chairman, CEO, and founder of SmartRent, bringing over two decades of innovation in property management technology to the real estate sector. His unique blend of tech product development and hands-on real estate experience has led to pivotal roles, including at Colony Starwood Homes and Beazer Pre-Owned Rental Homes. A Cornell College graduate, Lucas's expertise extends from product development and sales to turning strategic concepts into successful businesses.
How AI Fits Into Property Management's Future
Advancements in artificial intelligence promise to bring efficiencies to every property management task, from screening and operations to security and communications. But the technology’s greatest benefit is its ability to wrest control of repetitive tasks, freeing managers to focus greater attention on building a sense of community among residents.
