It’s official! The 2025 Hermes Creative Award winners are here, and REACH has been recognised for the third consecutive year. It includes two gold awards earned on behalf of our stellar clients: Roundhouse and ila.
Residential
From Blank Page to 2,000+ Units: How ila Built a BTR Platform with Yardi
In the first episode of the Yardi Living Series, we sat down with Grant Robertson, Technical and Compliance Director at ila, to explore the journey of launching a build to rent (BTR) operator from scratch—and the crucial role that Yardi played in making it happen.
Elevating the Resident Experience: Insights from the UK’s Top BTR Schemes
The Build to Rent (BTR) sector in the UK continues to thrive, in no small part due to its reputation for delivering exceptional resident experiences. The hereSAY BTR mystery shopping benchmark report 2025 provides valuable insights into how leading BTR schemes are achieving operational excellence and resident satisfaction. Notably, six of the ten benchmark schemes from the report have leveraged Yardi’s BTR suite of solutions to underpin their success.
EPRA Webinar: Proptech Trends & Adoption in Europe
Industry experts gathered to discuss the evolving role of technology in real estate and the challenges slowing widespread proptech adoption.
MIPIM 2025: Digitisation in Real Estate
This month at MIPIM, HI HEUTE editor-in-chief Thorsten Müller spoke to Dennis Kasch, regional manager for Yardi, about the latest developments in digitisation, real estate and Yardi.
Changing the Rules in PBSA: One System vs Multiple
The Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector has significantly transformed in recent years. In 2024, JLL reported that PBSA investment in Europe grew to €13.1 billion in 2022, with this momentum continuing in 2024—reflecting strong investor confidence in data-driven operations. As student expectations evolve and operational complexities increase, property managers, operators, and owners face a crucial decision: Should they adopt a single, connected PBSA management platform or rely on multiple interconnected software solutions?
Celebrating Excellence: HomeViews Resident Choice Awards 2025
Last week’s HomeViews Resident Choice Awards 2025 in Birmingham was a fantastic occasion in the build to rent (BTR) sector. Based on resident feedback, the awards recognised the industry’s best operators and developments. Unlike traditional industry awards that require entry forms and judging panels, the HomeViews awards stand out by prioritising genuine resident experiences. Winners […]
The Renters’ Rights Bill: How will it impact the BTR Sector
The Renters’ Rights Bill, set to become law in the summer of 2025, is poised to bring significant changes to the UK’s private rented sector. As the Build to Rent (BTR) industry continues to grow and attract investors, it’s crucial to understand how these new regulations will impact this sector. Let’s explore the key aspects […]
How the Renters’ Reform Bill Will Impact PBSA
The Renters’ Reform Bill, set to reshape the UK’s rental landscape, is poised to have significant implications for Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) properties. While the bill aims to enhance renters’ rights across the board, PBSA appears to be in a unique position. What Does the Renters Reform Bill Mean? Eviction Notices Under current regulation […]
Gen Alpha and Technology: Shaping the Future of PBSA
Yardi’s Account Executive, Chloe Sachikonye, joined industry experts at Property Week’s Student Accommodation Conference 2024. Held in London, the panel explored the topic of Generation Alpha and their evolving technological needs in PBSA. Gemma Le Marquer from Empiric Student Property moderated the panel, which included Fred Lerche-Lerchenborg from Lavanda and Sam Scott from Fresh. Understanding […]