SEATTLE, Sept. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Knock, the CRM solution for multifamily rental property managers, today announced the release of Knock Now, the industry's first API platform that allows apartment search sites across the web to offer real-time, on-demand tour booking. Knock will be launching the new service with RentPath, which operates Rent.com and ApartmentGuide.com. By integrating Knock Now, the nation's leading apartment search sites will deliver more tours to multifamily communities faster and easier than ever before.
The new functionality to book a confirmed tour will be added to existing apartment search site capabilities of submitting an email form or making a call to the property. It will reduce the need for back-and-forth scheduling communication between prospects and leasing teams. Knock Now is designed to connect a property's live calendar availability to any website via API, enabling apartment search sites to offer on-demand tour booking services for apartment communities.
"We started Knock to improve the experience for both apartment renters and managers, and build on-demand tools that have become the standards in our lives, like booking a restaurant reservation or fitness class with one click," said Knock Co-Founder & CEO Tom Petry. "We're thrilled to be taking the next leap forward by partnering with apartment search sites to automate self-scheduling across the web, where most renters start the apartment hunting journey. And our property management customers can now provide renters the on-demand experience they expect. Everybody wins."
"This solution solves a major pain point for both the renter and the apartment community," said Krista Nordlund, RentPath's Chief Product Officer, Consumer. "With millions of visitors to our sites each month, we enable a huge number of connections between apartment communities and prospective renters. The ability to book a confirmed tour allows renters to immediately guarantee their appointment, without waiting for a call or email back and it streamlines the process for the apartment communities by automatically confirming these appointments."
Knock was launched in 2014 as the first CRM to bring the power of self-scheduling to multifamily, and has become the leading and only platform to provide marketing automation, sales enablement, robust messaging tools, and real-time performance management all in one place. Knock is trusted by hundreds of North America's leading multifamily communities, including ZRS, Wesley, Highmark, FPI and The Carroll Organization, manages nearly one million apartment units reaching over three million monthly renters."
"Knock is by far the best CRM tool we've used to optimize every stage of the leasing process," said Nacho Diego, Principal at Wesley Apartment Homes. "Since using Knock, we've been able to convert prospects into renters and renters into happy, long-term residents. Knock's integration with apartment search sites, specifically its direct self-scheduling addition, is a testament to the company's commitment to building the best tools to modernize the leasing experience."
Knock Now is available for select customers beginning September 2019, with broader availability and new integration partners being added in 2019 and beyond, including self-guided touring.
To learn more about Knock and the Knock Now service, visit http://www.knockcrm.com or email partnerships(at)knockrentals(dot)com.
RentPath customers with questions should contact the Customer Success team at CustomerSuccess(at)rentpath(dot)com.
About Knock
Knock is an award-winning platform that maximizes the revenue of multifamily communities through industry-leading CRM and analytics technology. Rental property companies rely on Knock to easily organize communication across every channel, coordinate and schedule tours and leverage insights to improve marketing and leasing effectiveness, driving better performance and boosting profits. Knock recently raised a $10M Series A round led by Madrona Venture Group, with participation from Knock customers. Knock is based in Seattle and was founded in 2014. For more details, visit http://www.knockcrm.com.
About RentPath
RentPath is a leading digital marketing solutions company that empowers millions nationwide to find apartments and houses for rent. Its network of sites, including Rent.com and ApartmentGuide.com, has been the fastest-growing Internet Listing Service for 10 of the last 11 months, according to Comscore. Through its brands, RentPath continues to simplify the rental search experience while driving quality advertiser leads that result in occupancies and a high return on investment. With powerful online and mobile solutions that provide prospective renters with the information and tools they need, RentPath connects consumers with a home that reflects their personal lifestyles.
RentPath helps people navigate the rental journey by providing a delightful, stress-free experience so that all renters find and enjoy their ideal home.
About Avila Real Estate | Wesley Apartment Homes
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Avila Real Estate specializes in the development, construction and management of Class A multifamily properties in Metro Atlanta. Avila Real Estate is a privately held, vertically integrated company strategically focused on executing acquisition and new development opportunities in Atlanta. Under its direct owner-management brand, Wesley Apartment Homes is an innovative apartment management company serving Metro Atlanta for the past 30 years. With more than 5,000 units currently under management, Wesley Apartment Homes offers large and open common areas, beautifully designed interiors, tastefully landscaped grounds, swimming pools, tennis courts, gyms and much more. For more information, visit WesleyApartments.com and AvilaRE.com.
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