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Boost Your Multifamily NOI with Digital Marketing

Posted January 15, 2019 by G5

Your prospects are continuously changing – both in audience type and in what they are looking for from a multifamily community. If the goal is to increase your NOI, your marketing needs to be able to adapt to these changes. The key to marketing impact is continuous measurement, learning, and optimization. Here are three ways […]

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Senior Living Acquisitions 101

Posted January 11, 2019 by G5

If you are kicking off 2019 by acquiring additional senior living communities, there are several marketing-based steps you need to take to be successful from day one. We recommend having a pre-launch strategy and timeline in place as soon as possible to stay on track and take advantage of the momentum that comes with a […]

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Breaking Down the Debate: Multi-Domain vs. Single Domain

Posted January 9, 2019 by G5

One of the most common questions we’re asked by clients is whether they should use a single domain or multi-domain strategy for their websites. The short answer? It depends on your goals, as there are benefits to each. Let’s break it down. What is a Single Domain Strategy vs. a Multi-Domain Strategy? First things first: […]

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Want to Compete with REITs? You Need This on Your Website.

Posted January 7, 2019 by G5

Even with a significant market share, the vast majority of self storage facilities are still independently owned and operated. When evaluating new ways to effectively compete with REITs, ask yourself: “Do customers really know the difference between my facility and one that is REIT-controlled?” One of the best ways to offer the same experience as […]

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The Secret to Reducing ILS Dependency

Posted January 4, 2019 by G5

The secret to reducing your internet listing service (ILS) dependency is recognizing the high cost of paying for a lead aggregator. Spend more efficiently and effectively by taking back control over the experience you offer leads and customers. Relying on an ILS costs more than just the dollar amount at the end of your contract. […]

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Best Practices for Responding to Online Reviews

Posted January 2, 2019 by G5

According to Moz’s 2018 Local Search Ranking Factors, review signals are one of the fastest growing thematic signals for local search. David Mihm, founder of Tidings and former Director of Local Search Strategy for Moz said, “Whether the increased ranking is due to review volume, keywords in review content, or the increased clickthrough rate those […]

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Self Storage Technology Trends

Posted December 27, 2018 by G5

Self storage technology continues to advance and offer a new, more diversified customer relationship management scope. What role does technology currently have in your security measures and customer experience? If it’s limited or non-existent, you should start looking into the following trends and tools in 2019. Tech-based equipment and operating systems reduce staff time, increase […]

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Speed Up Lease-up with Social Media

Posted December 26, 2018 by G5

One of the best lease-up tactics you can master is to introduce a new community to the neighborhood using social media. Social media allows you to make online connections with fellow business owners, restaurants and bars, entertainment options, and of course, prospects. Branded social media pages also allow you to take further ownership over what […]

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How Supply and Demand is Changing Metropolitan Senior Living Markets

Posted December 21, 2018 by G5

The adage “all real estate is local” is true for all sectors, and especially for senior living markets. It is always wise to know the national trends and outlook for the industry, but it’s far more important to know your market conditions. This is in part because broader trends may diminish new opportunities for owners […]

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Don’t Make These Social Media Mistakes in 2019

Posted December 19, 2018 by G5

Social media extends your reach and gives you the opportunity to engage with your audience in new and exciting ways. But simply attaching your business name to a Facebook or Twitter profile isn’t enough to guarantee success. You need to actively manage your social accounts to see a return on investment. Here are the social […]

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