The landscape of Yardi reporting is evolving, and with the rise of Yardi Elevate (also known as Voyager 8), a significant change is underway. A key aspect of this shift involves the reporting tools you rely on. For optimal Voyager 8 usage, SSRS reports will need to be converted to Yardi Spreadsheet Reporting (YSR). Why
As a business leader, you know how difficult it can be to decide whether to upgrade your software or stay with what you are already using. While updating can offer strong financial and competitive advantages, internal resistance, competing business requirements and fear of change can lead to hesitation. The voices saying, “Well, this is how
In today's data-driven real estate and property management landscape, the ability to transform raw information into actionable intelligence is paramount. Which is why custom reports are integral to optimizing your operations - especially for Yardi. Creating your own reports is a massive time consumer - and an unnecessary one. The more time spent compiling data,
Challenges like improper payments are costing the Affordable and Public Housing market billions every year - and they’re on the rise. This means the verification process for tenants is more vital than ever. The key to navigating these complex challenges is to streamline the process while ensuring accuracy. Platforms like Yardi offer robust tools that
By now, many companies have tried offshoring accounting operations, and it has become a common practice. The appeal of reduced costs and access to a global talent pool is hard to resist. However, due to the complexity of offshoring - especially for property accounting - many companies end up reverting back to onshore teams. Although
Without a solid plan, implementing Yardi Investment Accounting (IA) and Investment Manager (IM) can be a daunting task. From complex investment structures to transaction types, there is a plethora of moving parts that can create bottlenecks without effective management. If you're planning your IA or IM implementation, here are five key strategies to help streamline
To stay competitive in the property management industry, it’s crucial that your systems align with your long-term strategic plan. The most effective way to achieve this is by conducting both a Business Assessment and a System Assessment. These assessments provide valuable insights for strategic decision-making. They serve as invaluable roadmaps to success. Business Assessment The
RentCafe is a powerful property management tool that streamlines the rental process for both property managers and residents. However, convincing residents to adopt and consistently use RentCafe can be challenging, especially for Affordable and Senior residents as they may not have the technological knowledge or equipment to access RentCafe without support. This article provides a
The affordable housing industry has been navigating a dynamic landscape, marked by both challenges and innovative solutions. Last week, the Lynx team had the opportunity to attend the Spotlight on Affordable Housing session at YASC in San Diego, where a range of pertinent topics were discussed. The insights shared provided a glimpse into the collaborative
If you want to maintain balanced financial records and promptly address discrepancies, bank reconciliations (bank recs) are essential. But completing bank recs monthly can be a struggle for overwhelmed accounting departments. Yardi Voyager’s Bank Reconciliation feature is a powerful tool that can help. It efficiently matches most transactions and flags any reconciliation issues for unmatched
