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TekTone Review: Tek-ENTRY Features, Pricing, Pros & Cons
Key takeaways: TekTone Tek-ENTRY is an audio-only apartment intercom that uses dedicated 3-, 4-, or 5-wire infrastructure and operates without...
Security Cameras for Apartment Complexes: A Property Manager Guide
Compare security cameras for apartment complexes by type, placement, cost drivers, privacy, compliance, and access integration.
ButterflyMX License Plate Recognition (LPR): Save up to $1,500 per year
Key takeaways At a property with 125 registered vehicles, physical UHF windshield credentials can cost up to $1,500 upfront, plus replacements and...
Luxer Access Review: Video Intercom Features, Pricing, Pros & Cons
Key takeaways: Luxer Access sells the established Control iD iDFace Max terminal as part of a broader multifamily access platform, rather than using...
PointCentral Review: Access Management Features, Pricing, Pros & Cons
Key takeaways: PointCentral combines access control, smart-home automation, video, water, safety, and leasing tools with 30+ software integrations...
How to Replace an Outdated Intercom System in a Small Rental Building
Learn when to repair or replace a small-building intercom, what replacement may cost, and how to plan wiring, access, and installation.
Gated Community Video Intercoms That Call Residents’ Phones: How They Work
Learn how gate video intercoms call residents’ phones, how cellular and IP systems differ, and what HOAs should evaluate.
How to Retrofit a Video Intercom in an Older Condo Building Without a Full Rewire
See how an older condo can retrofit video intercoms without a full rewire, compare options, plan costs, and avoid code surprises.
Phone-Based Access Control for Apartment Communities
Learn how phone-based access control works for apartments, including security, costs, fallbacks, and rollout planning.
ButterflyMX Thermostat Controls: Reduce HVAC Energy Usage by up to $15,000
Key takeaways For a 300-unit development averaging 50% vacancy during a first-year lease-up, Thermostat Controls could deliver up to $15,000 in...
Scheduled Access Codes for Community Centers: A Complete Guide
Learn how scheduled access codes for community centers control amenity hours, guest access, audit trails, and system setup.
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19 Best Video Intercoms Systems for Apartments
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Your Guide to Commercial Intercom Systems
The Apartment Amenities Residents Really Want
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