Anyone use an App?
Hi, I currently have a small portfolio with 20 properties that I have had for over 15 years. I have always managed accounts and expenses on Excel which has worked well till now.
With new legislations constantly coming in and data needing to be reported on I am now looking to have a central store for documents, expenses, property details, tenants details, licensing, EICR dates etc.
Now there are a number of apps out there I have looked into as ideally I would like an app that I can use on my phone to record images etc while I’m out and about rather than desktop based. It needs to be able to report finances, reports of arrears for example. Having options to create new fields to hold dates would be a nice feature.
Does anyone currently use any and if so what’s pros and cons
Many Thanks
Andrew
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10:48 AM, 9th October 2020, About 6 years ago
We use Arthur https://www.arthuronline.co.uk/ Still getting to grips with it but it integrates with QuickBooks and Xero.
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10:45 PM, 9th October 2020, About 6 years ago
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3:27 PM, 10th October 2020, About 5 years ago
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8:06 AM, 11th October 2020, About 5 years ago
Hi Andrew, we have just launched a new app designed for exactly what you’re looking for, at a very reasonable price. In fact Property118 sent an email out about a month ago when we were looking for a few more testers. Would be delighted to show you the product or you can start a free trial! [email protected] and http://www.alphaletz.com
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9:11 AM, 12th October 2020, About 5 years ago
I am using Landlord Vision and it has proved to be really good. The app could do with work, but the web based program is great. Takes some time to get set up with all your property/tenant info, but once done it works very well. https://www.landlordvision.co.uk (its also cheaper if your an NRLA member.)
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3:41 PM, 12th October 2020, About 5 years ago
Reply to the comment left by Russell Carty at 12/10/2020 – 09:11
Thanks Russell
I have tried this and was good for a basic level but not much customisation for additional fields ie license numbers etc
Everything seems to have to be kept in notes
I did like it a lot as you said once setup seems to be easy
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7:30 PM, 12th October 2020, About 5 years ago
Hi Andy, you could try out http://www.landlordstudio.com, it is the best I have personally come across. It has a very intuitive mobile app, lots of features and looks good too, which is always a bonus.
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11:37 PM, 12th October 2020, About 5 years ago
Reply to the comment left by Sanjeev Paul at 12/10/2020 – 19:30
It’s an American package. Is there a UK version?
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11:19 AM, 22nd October 2020, About 5 years ago
I’ve been using Excel based on the Landlord Vision system but am now migrating to Lendlord (recommended through Property Tribes). I think it has most of what you’re looking for but they are regularly adding new features and seem responsive to requests for functionality. They are currently working on the import of bank statements. It includes a P&L (monthly, yearly & by property), deal analyser (haven’t tried yet), tenant & document info, calculates cashflow, LTV, equity, appreciation & stress tests. Has payment history, breakdown of expenses & rent collection and you can upload certs. There are a number of tutorials on YouTube & Property Tribes. It’s taking me a while to import all my historical records but I think once I’ve done it, it will be really effective.
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11:43 AM, 22nd October 2020, About 5 years ago
Reply to the comment left by Heather G. at 22/10/2020 – 11:19
Hi Heather,
Thanks for reply.
I’ve been looking at a few but not that one so will take a peek
Can I ask why you migrated from landlord studio as always interesting to know reasons was it cost or functionality
Thanks
Andrew