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  There’s a lot that goes into the maintenance of real estate assets. From inspections to rent collection, purchases, sales and fixes, a myriad of concerns often demand the attention of property owners. Managing a single unit of property is challenging enough. Taking care of multiple blocks is more difficult.
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That’s where property management software comes in. These tools are designed to help users manage leases, maintenance tasks, and finance for the houses or commercial buildings they own. Instead of utilizing regular spreadsheets or CRM systems for these purposes, landlords and their agents can work with property management software to cover their bases concerning reporting, communications, document storage and more.

Property Management Platforms in Nigeria   

In the past few years, several property management solutions providers have sprung up in Nigeria. They are playing a major role in the digitalization of the real estate business, and making real estate management much easier as a result. This article talks about 6 of those companies. Here they are:

RentPro

RentPro is cloud-based property management software built for landlords, real estate agents, surveyors, and other concerned professionals. It’s used to manage a broad range of things, including landlord-tenant relations, property portfolios, rents and collections, maintenance, and notifications. There are 6 user plans on the platform, each corresponding to a different level of service, and attracting monthly subscription fees that vary accordingly. The RentPro tech team is also able to customize the software to meet specific clients’ needs.

Hutstack

This company serves landlords and real estate professionals in Nigeria and Ghana. Its cloud-based software takes care of everything from portfolio management and property accounting, to rent management and broadcast emails. Prospective users may choose between two subscription types—the Plus and Premium plans –which its creators say are suitable for organizations of all sizes. If you would like to check out Hutstack, you can request a demo on their website.
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Homly

Homly allows users to manage their homes, offices, and estates without having to directly hire home service delivery. This platform’s offerings include estate management, mobile wallet and bill payment, handyman services (from certified plumbers, mechanics and electricians), and emergency services (such as calls to the police, firefighters, hospitals, etc.). All of this is available via the Homly mobile app, downloadable on major app stores.

Plistbooking OTA Connect

Plistbooking’s OTA Connect places the hotel, hostel, guest house, short-let and rental listings from Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) in one place. This enables users to manage properties that belong to these categories. They can also advertise their property, manage guest communications, gain insights into the performance of their assets, and access technology that’ll make their business easier to run.

Venco

This solution is fashioned to help landlords and real estate companies manage their apartment blocks, office buildings, shopping complexes, commercial centres, and residential communities. Venco’s functionalities include visitor management, community management, provisions for smart utility vending, and simplified payments. While created primarily for property owners, it works just as well for facility managers, residents, and security personnel. It’s being used in at least 9 cities across Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya in properties hosting a total of over 20,000 persons.

Resido

Resido’s parent company has been a player in the facilities management space for almost 3 decades. The team at Resido says that they’re leveraging this experience in their tech-driven property platform. They promise that their service is prompt and safe, expert-led and frequently validated. These services cover electrical and plumbing concerns, cleaning and fumigation, and repairs and replacements. User requests are responded to within 10 minutes, and physical help is rendered within an hour of contacting Resido.
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Final Words

Property management applications are transforming the business of real estate for the better. They are making it easier for landlords, residents, agents, and other stakeholders to track the goings-on in their domains. The examples we’ve discussed here are among the leading names in property management in Nigeria. You may choose any of them if you’d like an entity that’ll help you take better care of your property.
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This article was first published on 21st February 2024

ikenna-nwachukwu

Ikenna Nwachukwu holds a bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. He loves to look at the world through multiple lenses- economic, political, religious and philosophical- and to write about what he observes in a witty, yet reflective style.


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