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Property managers rely on AppFolio every day to simplify accounting, rent collection, and communication with residents. It’s an all-in-one platform designed to make property management easier.

But when it comes to utility billing, many managers still end up juggling spreadsheets, absorbing costs, or spending hours trying to make the numbers work. The good news? There’s an easier way. With Livable’s self-service integration, you can handle utility billing directly inside your AppFolio workflow—no extra software, no complicated add-ons.

Property managers and independent rental owners face a common challenge: utility billing. It’s time-consuming, complex, and often leads to lost profits. Whether you’re not billing at all, struggling with outdated software, or frustrated with providers who don’t prioritize your needs, Livable offers a modern solution that simplifies billing, maximizes net operating income (NOI), and promotes sustainability.

Maximize Your Profit with Smarter Utility Management

In today’s multifamily housing market, rising utility costs are a silent threat to property ROI. Water, electricity, and gas expenses can erode cash flow, reducing the returns that landlords and property managers rely on. Livable’s Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS) offers a powerful solution, enabling you to recover utility costs, streamline operations, and boost ROI. With a tech-driven platform integrated with tools like AppFolio, Livable empowers AAOA members to turn utility management into a profit driver. This article explores how RUBS can enhance your property’s financial performance and why Livable is the ideal partner.

Making Sense of a Changing Utilities Landscape

Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe, affecting communities worldwide. Property owners and managers are increasingly forced to adapt to unpredictable conditions, from heatwaves and hurricanes to prolonged droughts and heavy storms. As climate change accelerates, its impact on the housing industry and utility management is undeniable. Understanding these shifts and implementing resilience strategies is essential for maintaining sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective property management practices. In this article, we explore how changing weather patterns affect property operations and what can be done to prepare for an uncertain future.

Most apartment communities aren’t seeing the potential savings right in their own backyard. One of the ways apartment housing providers choose to manage their utility costs is through a Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS). RUBS is a system that allows housing providers to share costs with residents by allocating billing amounts based on unit occupancy, square footage, or a similar metric. By dividing the cost between owner and residents, housing providers can increase their net operating income and encourage saving resources.