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Smart locks can increase a multifamily property's security and convenience, but are they as smart as they seem? Whether you’ve already implemented electronic locks at your property or plan to in the future, follow the best practices in this article to get the most out of your investment.

KeyTrak regional manager Carl Hanly recently wrote an article for ABODE magazine, a publication by the Houston Apartment Association, which serves property management professionals in the Houston, Texas, area. Called “Managing Physical Keys While Social Distancing,” the piece discusses how apartment communities can safely handle apartment tours, vendor appointments, and more while following social distancing best practices.

Over the past several months, the COVID-19 crisis has transformed the place people call home into a classroom, a workplace, a gym, and more. With people spending more time at home, it’s more important than ever for multifamily communities to provide a positive living experience for their residents. Failing to properly secure and track keys could be hurting your resident experience.

Whether your apartment community uses electronic locks or traditional metal keys, an effective method of managing your keys and locks is non-negotiable. Follow the guidelines below to get on the right track.

With new multifamily construction booming in San Antonio, property management professionals across the city are working on competitive strategies for marketing, leasing, and hiring. These are all critical elements of setting up a new apartment community for success, but before you hand over a key to that first resident, make sure you’ve thought through a key and access control strategy.