Software Advice Adds Property Management Systems to Their Online Advisory Service

Software Advice has launched its Property Management Software Advice service, a free online resource that matches property management and real estate companies with the right software for their businesses.

With almost 30,000 monthly searches for "property management software" in Google, Yahoo and MSN, there is clearly strong interest in automating core property management business processes.Software Advice saves buyers weeks of research by providing the "lay of the land" in the property management software industry. Visitors to Software Advice can research and compare leading systems to narrow down a "short list" that will meet their needs.

Moreover, visitors to the website can interact with the company's knowledgeable team of experts to receive:

• Free telephone consultations
• Software demonstrations and pricing information
• Answers to the toughest questions about software

"Amidst the current recession, real estate investors and property managers are looking to gain every efficiency possible," said Don Fornes, founder & CEO of Software Advice. "With new project starts dropping dramatically, companies are looking to cut costs, limit vacancies and ensure returns on existing investments. The right software can make a huge impact."

For property management software vendors, Software Advice serves as a powerful marketing venue. Vendors receive highly qualified sales referrals when visitors request information about their products. Market leaders such as Buildium, Domin-8, Maxwell Systems and Property Boulevard are currently participating.

"Software Advice is great at delivering value to software buyers and vendors," said Heidi Simon, Marketing Communications Manager at Maxwell Systems. "They consider a buyer's time frame to purchase, business requirements and budget before making recommendations."

Participating vendors offer a wide range of software systems including residential property management software, commercial real estate software, and cover the range of application capabilities, including tenant administration, facilities maintenance, budgeting and accounting.

In 2009, Software Advice will expand its coverage to address needs of large corporate and institutional tenants. These firms are looking to better manage their relationships with landlords, track leases, plan space requirements and manage capital programs.

Property Management Software Advice is now online at: http://www.softwareadvice.com/property/.