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Our team of experts is here to provide you with the latest insights, news, and trends in the industry. Discover how POD unlocks the secrets of exceptional property management.
The Future of Modern Residential Property Management
As digital tools advance and customer expectations grow, the future of residential property management will belong to companies that combine innovation with a dedicated, highly knowledgeable team.
We explore how technology is reshaping the industry, why people remain an absolute essential, and how POD Management brings these strengths together.
Property Management UK: Accurately Forecasting Maintenance Costs in a Turbulent Economy
For those involved in property management in the UK, accurately forecasting maintenance costs in a turbulent economic climate is more critical than ever. For developers and leaseholders, working with experienced property management professionals ensures realistic long-term budgeting, clear service charge structures, and transparent management fees - all of which help avoid unexpected financial surprises.
The Essential Role of Resident Engagement Strategies in Building Safety and Property Management
Resident engagement strategies go beyond regulatory compliance; they are essential for ensuring building safety. This blog post examines their role and highlights POD’s success in applying them.
Wellbeing at Work: Why It Matters at POD and Beyond
Discover how POD’s new Employee Wellbeing Committee is revolutionising property management by prioritising staff wellbeing, boosting engagement, and creating happier workplaces.
Property Management for Housing Associations
Housing Associations are at the heart of delivering safe and secure homes - but managing buildings, shared ownership homes and satisfying regulatory requirements has become more complex. This is where POD can step in as a trusted partner to deliver property management for housing associations.
Leaseholder Reforms: Why the Government’s Transparency Plans May Miss the Bigger Picture
As part of ongoing leaseholder reforms, the Government has launched a new consultation, Strengthening Leaseholder Protections over Charges and Services, which closes on 26th September 2025. We spoke to our CEO, David Goldberg, on this.
How Resident Feedback on Trustpilot Drives Smarter Property Management at POD
Discover how resident reviews on Trustpilot help us at POD Management, a leading property management company, improve service, build trust, and deliver better living experiences.
The Benefits of Early Appointment of Your Property Management Company
At POD, we believe that early engagement with a reputable property management company is absolutely pivotal to the longevity of your development. Here, we explore why onboarding your managing agent well in advance leads to long-term success, higher resident satisfaction, and a better reputation for developers.
“The service charge on my two-bed flat is way more compared to my friend’s one in the building next door: Why?”
At POD, we are often asked why the service charge to a particular customer is different to that of a seemingly comparable property elsewhere. Whilst it might seem like an easy comparison, unfortunately, you are not comparing ‘apples with apples.’
Even when two buildings look similar from the outside, the way service charges are calculated can differ quite significantly. Here’s why.
Commonhold Developments: First-Hand Insight on the Future of Property Ownership
Although commonhold has been part of UK law since 2002, it still remains an unfamiliar concept to many. Marco, one of our Finance Mobilisation Systems Managers here at POD, who brings both professional expertise and personal experience to the table. As a homeowner living in a commonhold development in Portugal, Marco provides real, first-hand insight into a system that may soon become mainstream in the UK.
The Cost of Neglecting Fire Door Inspections
We explore the financial, legal, and safety impacts of inadequate fire door inspections. Learn how small oversights can lead to major consequences and get practical tips to keep your building compliant and safe.
How Generative AI Can Help Power the Future of Property Management
Generative AI is redefining what’s possible, and in our opinion, it could really streamline key processes within the property management industry specifically. Here, we discuss.