Did you miss our CEO Fredrik Halmøy Wisløff speaking at PropTech Connect's webinar on "How to Stay Afloat Through the Recent Residential Real Estate Revolution"? Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered with the key takeaways from the insightful discussion.
Fredrik joined a panel of industry leaders, including Graham Pawson (This is Fresh), Dan Smith (RESI Consultancy), and Alton Hassan (Battersea Power Station), to tackle the challenges facing residential real estate and share strategies to succeed despite market headwinds.
Fredrik joined a panel of industry experts, including Graham Pawson (This is Fresh), Dan Smith (RESI Consultancy), and Alton Hassan (Battersea Power Station), to discuss how stakeholders in residential real estate can adapt to shifting market dynamics, improve operational efficiency, and future-proof their portfolios.
Key Insights from the Panel Discussion
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The Current Market Landscape: The real estate sector is facing challenges, particularly in mid-market and PBSA (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation)
Affordability crisis in PBSA: Building costs remain high, putting quality accommodations out of reach for many students.
“Ultimately, we don’t have a supply crisis in student accommodation—we have an affordability crisis.” – Dan Smith
BTR outperforming PBSA: The flexibility and high-quality standards of Build-to-Rent (BTR) make it an increasingly attractive option for many international students and young professionals alike.
“BTR has achieved high-quality living spaces, something the PBSA market needs to focus on to meet shifting consumer expectations." – Graham Pawson
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The Data Problem: Why Fragmentation Is Holding the Industry Back
Fredrik highlighted a significant operational barrier: fragmented, duplicated, and siloed documentation. This inefficiency impacts everything from compliance to profitability
On average, 25% of property documents are duplicates, creating chaos for property managers and developers.
Relying on manual or outdated systems makes it nearly impossible to adapt to the demands of regulations like the Building Safety Act.
“Properties often operate with data and documentation stuck in disconnected systems, or worse, in ring binders. This bottleneck has to be eliminated for real estate businesses to thrive in the digital age." – Fredrik
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Leveraging AI: The Future Is Now
The conversation also highlighted how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the industry by reducing operational costs and improving tenant experiences:Proactive Maintenance: AI-driven smart buildings can track and predict maintenance needs, ensuring smooth operations and preventing costly surprises.
“Knowing whether to replace a boiler at 7 years instead of waiting for the 10-year recommendation can save significant costs. AI-driven insights can guide decisions like this.” – Fredrik
Enhanced Tenant Communication: AI makes it possible to offer multilingual, self-serve solutions, improving tenant satisfaction while freeing up human resources for higher-level tasks.
“AI lets clients use plain language to report issues efficiently, and it helps analyze patterns to address recurring challenges proactively.” – Alton Hassan
Driving Compliance: With increasing regulatory demands, AI tools can streamline compliance workflows by organizing and analyzing critical documentation.
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Future-Proofing Your Portfolio
As the panel emphasized, the next 5 years will require decisive action to stay competitive:
Start by consolidating your data and documents in one accessible system.
“Without clean, centralized data, unlocking the potential of AI or ensuring compliance will remain out of reach." – Fredrik
Leverage technology tailored to real estate—not general-purpose tools—to maximize the value of your assets and meet consumer demands.
“AI is not a solution in itself—it’s a tool. You need to clearly articulate your desired outcomes and implement the right tech to achieve them." – Alton Hassan
Invest in smart buildings to optimize the lifecycle of your properties, from development to operations.
“The ability to track and maintain the golden thread of building data throughout the lifecycle is essential for operational efficiency and profitability." – Fredrik
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Here’s how you can turn insights into action:
- Talk to us: Learn how Findable can help you consolidate your data, streamline compliance, and unlock the power of AI for your portfolio.
- Watch the Webinar: Access the full session on PropTech Connect and dive deeper into the panel’s insights.
What’s Next?
The challenges facing residential real estate are complex—but the solutions are within reach. Let’s work together to build a smarter, more efficient future for your properties.
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