And it’s not just drivers who lose out when it comes to parking: property managers and real estate owners miss out on the serious potential on underutilized or poorly-managed parking lots. By harnessing streamlined technological solutions to parking headaches, 10 Awesome Benefits of ParqEx SMART Parking Technology offers to property managers, enforcement agencies, drivers, and guests:

1. Easy to manage

Whether you’re a developer or a Property Manager, ParqEx SMART Parking Technology makes the entire parking management process simpler and more streamlined. The ParqEx app allows you to easily control your parking spaces.

How many spots are available? How much does each cost? How long can each renter park in a spot? All of these can be controlled with this easy-to-use parking management software, freeing up your time for more pressing concerns.

2. Simple Revenue Stream

People will pay for parking. A recent article in Forbes broke down parking-related spending in major urban centers. In San Francisco, the average driver spends up to $2,800 in parking fees yearly, while in Los Angeles, the average driver spends $2,405.

Commuters consider parking fees part of their total vehicle costs. If you own real estate spaces that are underutilized due to improper parking management, ParqEx can help you take advantage of the money that consumers are willing to spend as part of their commute.

3. Paperless Passes

The ParqEx app allows you to keep things civil by easily messaging a renter who’s overstaying their original time limit. You can easily offer them a chance to renew their spot for more money with just a few clicks on the app.

In addition, the ParqEx suite allows for paperless passes for visitors. This way, you can eliminate the need for physical passes by having all of the ticketing information remain on the digital platform. Easily keep track of how long they have overstayed their time and who needs a reminder using ParqEx technology.

4. Environmentally Conscious

It goes beyond paperless passes. The vision of ParqEx SMART Parking Technology is to utilize all of the already-there pavement in crowded urban areas that aren’t getting any use. Why cut down more trees to make additional parking lots when many real estate owners already have readily available spots?

By offering a simple, easy-to-use parking management software, you can help decrease wasted space and make our resources work harder and more efficiently.

5. Technologically Secure

Renters, owners, and managers can rest assured that their information is secure on ParqEx’s cloud-hosted technology. ParqEx takes personal and credit card privacy very seriously and offers a secure, password-protected access to your account. And because it’s cloud-hosted, you don’t have to worry about reliability —it’s an “always on”     technology that will meet your needs.

6. Physically Protected

The Enforcement app is a dream come true for Property Managers and Enforcement Agencies alike. It allows you to monitor which vehicles are supposed to be in your lot at any given time —and which vehicles aren’t. This allows you an easy, real-time way to monitor your lot without all the hassle of printed tags or passes.

7. Convenient Access+ Entry

Take convenience to a whole new level with the Garage Door Opener, which is seamlessly included in the ParqEx app. This means that you don’t have to give out a secondary device to every guest that wants to access garage-only parking. And for renters, this offers a one-click way to easily access garages.

8. Compatible Across Devices

A report in IMPACT highlighted that 83% of mobile users think that it’s pivotal that their experience across devices is “seamless” as possible. ParqEx SMART Parking Technology recognizes the importance of compatibility to users, so offers a cross-platform experience. From iOS, Android, Windows, desktop, and more— this parking technology allows users a seamless experience.

9. Easy Access Management

Although you’re welcome to use them if you’d like, this parking solution doesn’t require you to purchase or use decals or QR code readers. This leads to a simpler and easier-to-manage solution that requires a simple technology to operate.

By installing ParqEx’s “little black box” into the pre-existing systems at your property, you can eliminate the need for a QR code reader or any other devices. With ParqEx’s technology, everything you need to monitor and control parking is in the palm of your hand.

10. Convenient & Collaborative

One of the best things about smart parking technology is that it allows for smoother and more collaborative engagement. For example, it allows guests to easily transfer spots to one another. It allows residents to use GuestParq to reserve spots for guests to eliminate confusion.

This parking software allows renters to reserve spots in advance that suit their needs. It makes it simple for renters to keep a personal profile updated, making for a streamlined parking experience every time. All in all, it can help create a simplified experience that allows all involved to make decisions on their parking needs.

The secure and convenient software behind ParqEx SMART Parking Technology allows for a more streamlined and smooth process for everyone involved in the parking transaction: property managers, renters, guests, and even enforcement agencies.

If you’re interested in scheduling a demo, reach out to us today.

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Millennials know what they want and don’t care to settle for less. They don’t want to feel tied down, so home ownership is not high on the list of priorities… If, it even makes the list at all! These young adults want their finger on the pulse all the time. They are social to the nth degree. Staying connected on the homefront is a big plus when on the hunt for a living space. They want Wi-Fi and large open space in the apartment and common areas for hanging out with friends.

If you can meet their Millenial multi-family community living needs, your property is going to be in demand.

Yes, suiting up to cater to this multi-family dwelling generation, is a must. We’ve listed a few ideas to get your feet wet.

• Perks – Everyone likes to get free stuff! The sky’s the limit on this one. But, one of our favorite ideas is to pick up the tab for the pizza. Contact your local pizza establishment and request they track the pizza deliveries to your addresses. For example, every 5th order from one of your addresses is on you. Imagine the surprise when the delivery driver shows up and refuses to take the cash, but drops your name instead! You’ll be building a good rapport with your tenants and business for the pizza place! Talk about a win-win!
• Pets – Multi-family communities just wouldn’t be complete without pets. Discussing your policies and expectations up front will keep everyone on the same page, both, pet owners and non. Make your community a pet-friendly one with a specific play area for fur babies set aside in your community area. Sponsor a pet of the month award pouring on the praise. “Yappy Hours” are becoming popular events. Host one!
• Pools – Their popularity goes without saying! The sound of happy families and splashing water on those hot, summer days is a huge boon for your property. Make it an indoor pool and, even though it’s out of sight, it’s never out of mind. Pools are a huge draw in a multi-family community but remember safety first. Always. Appropriate equipment, rules posted in highly visible spots, and go that extra mile and train your staff in water safety.
• Parking – Multi-family parking can pose a big problem for property owners. Why not turn your solution into a huge amenity? And, we don’t mean just by mentioning the fact that there is parking available as being the amenity. What would your residents think of remote access to gates and garage doors, hmm? Or, arranging guest parking ahead of time, perhaps? And, all from their phone! Not to mention the perks engrained for you! Improved operations mean less time spent dealing with the ins and outs of it all by staff. Enhanced security factors mean you will know who’s parking when 24/7 and whether or not they should be there! Everything you need, right there in front of you, on a dashboard you’ll navigate with ease…

Okay. So, we’re tooting our own horn, here. (https://parqex.com/multifamily/  Is the link flashing yet? ) Seriously, though, ParqEx GuestParq Smart Parking is your multi-family parking solution! We have utilized that thing Millennials love most.

Technology!

Multi-family parking technology equals multi-family smart parking on every level. What are you waiting for? Whether you have questions or are ready to get things rolling, Schedule a Demo/Call today! We will be looking forward to hearing from you.

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1. Parking

Parking is a problem for many buildings, especially older ones that may have been built before everyone had at least one car if not two. While most complexes list parking as an amenity, the truth is that residents and tenants often have to deal with insufficient parking and a lack of guest parking, especially overnight. Residents who rent a car as needed often cannot park on the property. One solution is to offer multi-family smart parking, which allows you to better manage the parking you have, letting residents book guest spots in advance, open the gate with their phone, etc. Being able to avoid saying “Well, you can park on the street” can be a perk not many think about until it is brought up. Add a few electric car charging stations (with a smart system to reserve them when needed) and you can turn parking from a side note to something central to your business.

2. Hotel-style common areas.

Residents expect to be able to make use of common areas in new ways, especially if the apartments tend to be small. Offering comfortable seating is a plus. Offering computers for resident use has become standard, but you can get “bonus points” for enclosed workstations. Large screen televisions can attract residents and promote a sense of community. Offering events for residents and their guests can help ensure that these areas are used. The best location: The lobby. Top floor party rooms are great, but residents tend to forget they are there. If your climate allows it, outdoor “rooms” are important, such as roof decks or courtyards. Such multi-family amenities should be targeted to the demographic you aim to support.

3. Wi-fi.

These days tenants, especially younger residents, expect to be able to access fast, reliable wi-fi in common areas. This even includes outdoor areas. Wi-fi is at the point of not being an “amenity” so much as an “expectation” that landlords need to meet. If your building is a cave, then good wi-fi becomes even more important and you might also want to consider installing cell relays in problem areas.

4. Pet amenities.

Although some buildings are still anti-pet, in many areas being pet-friendly is something of a selling point. However, it has to go past “we allow pets.” If you have space, a dog park is useful. So is partnering with a dog walking service. Even small things like a jar of dog treats in the lobby will make your four-footed residents, and their owners, feel more welcome. A less common, but growing amenity, is the pet spa, a place designed for grooming and bathing pets. Furthermore, pet amenities often allow you to increase your rent more with a lower outlay.

5. Fitness centers.

Even if there is a gym down the street, some of your residents will use the on-site fitness center. More importantly, most of your new residents will think they are going to use it. Apartment fitness centers now have to go past putting a couple of treadmills and a multi-gym in the basement. Attract a fitness-minded demographic with a multi-purpose room that offers yoga and pilates classes, video classes for yoga, dance fitness and spinning, and modern equipment. Also, a lot of renters are interested in things like racquetball or tennis courts, walking trails (if your property borders a good trail, make sure to provide access) and other non-standard fitness amenities.

6. Excellent package managing.

More and more people shop online and receive packages. Having proper package storage and smart software will help reduce the number of annoyed residents. Although package handling may not be on the list of multi-family amenities you put front and center, with 47 percent of renters receiving at least three packages per month, including perishables, not having good package handling is likely to result in poor reviews and a higher turnover. Negotiating for an Amazon locker is one good move.

7. Sustainability.

Younger tenants want to know that their apartment building is sustainable. Green roofs and energy-efficient appliances are both particularly popular. For new construction, try to meet or exceed LEED standards. When renovating, consider how you can make the building more energy efficient (which also gives the selling point of lower heating and air conditioning bills).

When developing or running an apartment building, you need to provide the best multi-family amenities to your residents. If you are looking for smart parking solutions for your apartment building, Schedule a Demo/Call today.

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