RENTERS REJOICE

February 27, 2024 5 ways in 5 minutes to see why homeownership isn’t the only way to build wealth. Long gone are the days of the only path to building long-lasting wealth and stability residing in owning a home. With relentless home-buying obstacles like still-high inflation, interest rates, and low supply – renters can seek comfort in their rental journey …

Human Service vs Tech Service

A recent read in ROBOMOP was quite shocking. Tons of facts and figures about BIG name industry giants, like Amazon, testing humanoid robots. They dangle arms and legs. They never get tired. Profit margins will be noticeable, etc. BUT NOT A WORD ABOUT SERVICE. As we navigate these changing times and an employment world of uncertainty – literally and figuratively …

Follow the Leaders

Last year was special. PorchLight’s 20-year Anniversary. We had such fun reminiscing and revisiting what it took to hit this milestone. Thank you for coming along for the ride. 2024 we’d like to celebrate leadership: A big part of how those two decades happened. It is my pleasure to kick off our “Follow the Leaders” initiative with our very own …

What can we expect in the U.S. Rental Market?

As we prepare for the year ahead, and what to expect in the U.S. rental market in 2024, it is helpful to reflect on the rental roller coaster the U.S. has experienced since the pandemic. After rents spiked in 2021 and early 2022, the dominant theme of 2023 was a rental market cool down. The recent rent dips can’t erase …

Homeless But Not Hopeless

At PorchLight, sometimes we are asked to find the impossible. Our proven track record of working with our clients until a rental is secured has made us the most trusted name in rental and destination services throughout the U.S. and Canada. Recently, we needed to think out-of- the-norm and help those in desperate need. PorchLight, again, rose to the challenge: …

50 Neighborhoods. Zero Open Houses.

Finding “home” is not for the weak-hearted these days. And it seems there is no end in sight. Add in skyrocketing prices, interest rates, reluctant sellers, stressed buyers, whew – renting is becoming not just an option but a necessity. Snacks Digestible Financial News breaks it down for us at Snacks but remember you are not alone with PorchLight. Two …

“Our move wouldn’t have been possible without PorchLight”

It was wonderful to hear from Gene Isaacs again. Just like it was to reminisce with Larry Gersch. After two decades of service, PorchLight has been lucky enough to work with thousands of incredible people. If you missed Gene’s or Larry’s comments, no worries (Under Served, Not Underserved). If you want to hear more from those who helped us reach …

FINALLY, RENTAL JUNK FEE CRACKDOWN

Well, it’s about time. July marked the first step to cracking down on junk fees so many renters have been facing. Repeated rental application fees. Surprise convenience fees. The “who-knows-what-it’s-for” fees that appear during the rental process that for years renters have faced and just had to accept. The Biden-Harris Administration outlined concrete steps in their effort to create fee …

“UNDER-SERVED” NOT “UNDESERVED”

Wasn’t it great seeing and hearing from Larry Gersch again? Here at PorchLight, we sure enjoyed all your comments and know you too miss working with him, his smiling face, and unrelenting professionalism. Seems as if retirement suits him and he’s loving his hard-earned free time. If you missed Larry, no worries CLICK HERE. If you want to hear more …

Struggling to find a quality, practical, effective solution for lump sum mobile employees who rent?

This post addresses what PorchLight’s research revealed and what our experience confirms. It’s true that when mobile employees receive a lump sum relocation package they are cautious about spending the money. Research reveals, it’s not because they don’t see value or need help; it’s because they fear coming out of pocket for their move. They’re embarrassed and disgruntled if their …