NARPM Radio

YouTube, AI, and the Future of PM Marketing

Dec. 17, 2025

In this episode, Pete sits down with Stephen Fox of Upkeep Media to break down what’s actually working in marketing for property managers today - from simple, low-budget YouTube strategies to preparing your company to rank in AI search. Stephen explains how demographics impact search behavior, why consistency beats polish, and what PMs must do now to stay visible over the next 3–5 years.

Building a Property Management Firm from Scratch: Lessons in Growth and Client Retention

Dec. 10, 2025

In this episode, host Pete Neubig speaks with Nik Boone, founder, broker and owner of Ascend Property Management, about his journey building a successful firm that manages over 1,500 doors. Nik shares how he went from an 18-year-old pre-med student who didn't know how to rent a house to owning a large property management company. The discussion covers the foundational days of his business, including how he converted a single investor into a client who eventually bought 100 houses and remains a customer and mentor. Nik highlights his firm's differentiator: creating a "stress-free" and "all-in-one-stop-shop" client experience, which integrates services from deal finding and leasing to managing, construction, and maintenance, thereby reducing client churn.

From High School Duplex to a $30M+ Portfolio

Dec. 3, 2025

In this episode of the NARPM Radio podcast, host Pete Neubig sits down with real estate investor and developer Andrew Yates, who began his journey at just 18 years old and has since built a $30M+ portfolio spanning 142 multifamily units. Andrew shares how he went from rehabbing his first duplex in high school to flipping foreclosures, mastering the BRRRR method before it had a name, and ultimately developing the 92-unit Liberty Ridge luxury community. He breaks down his path from single-family deals to large-scale multifamily, why he prefers bigger assets and the lessons learned from managing different property types. A must-listen for investors looking to scale strategically and sustainably.

Leading from Afar: Building a Property Management Company That Runs Itself

Nov. 19. 2025

In this episode, host Pete Neubig talks with Margo Boughton about what it really means to lead from afar. Margo shares how she built a property management company that thrives without her being on-site every day — from creating systems and empowering her team to building trust and accountability across the organization. Learn how stepping back can actually help your business move forward.

How to Reduce Stress for Your PM Team

Nov. 12, 2025
In this episode, host Pete Neubig sits down with Pablo Gonzalez, Chief Evangelist at Vendoroo and host of the "Property Management Frame Breakers" podcast, to discuss one of the biggest challenges in property management—team stress. Pablo shares how Vendoroo’s AI-driven maintenance coordination is transforming one of the most demanding parts of the business by reducing repetitive tasks and improving communication between residents, vendors and owners. Together, Pete and Pablo explore how technology, strong core values, and intentional leadership can help property management companies lower burnout, improve efficiency and build more resilient teams.

Business Lessons Learned from Walmart

Nov. 5, 2025
In this episode, host Pete Neubig sits down with Brian Clark, owner of ABC Property Management, to explore how lessons from Walmart’s culture and customer strategy can be applied to property management. Brian shares how working at Walmart shaped his leadership approach, emphasizing communication, team structure, and knowing your customer. He also reveals why he recently redefined his ideal client, flipped his business model to focus on single-family properties, and revamped his systems and culture to match that vision.

Trust Is the New SEO

Oct. 29, 2025
In this episode, host Pete Neubig sits down with Alex Zweydoff, RMP, and Lacy Hendricks, RMP, from ClearLead Digital to explore why trust has become the ultimate ranking factor in SEO. They unpack how property management companies can strengthen their online visibility without relying on paid ads — by focusing on authority, transparency, and authentic content. From understanding domain scores and AI-driven marketing trends to practical website audits and blog strategies, this conversation reveals how building trust online drives real results.

How to Grow Your PM Business Through Processes

Oct. 22, 2025

In this episode, host Pete Neubig sits down with Kandise Varvil, co-founder of PM PathBuilders, to talk about how virtual assistants are reshaping the property management industry. Kandise shares her journey from property manager to VA team leader, revealing practical strategies for delegation, communication, and building trust with remote team members that help companies scale more efficiently.

How to Modernize your PM Firm

Oct. 15, 2025

Modern property management demands more than experience; it requires evolution. In this episode, host Pete Neubig sits down with Derrick Karimian, CEO/Acting VP of Property Management for Krystal Properties, to explore how property management companies can modernize their operations, tech stack, and vendor relationships. From implementing ticketing systems and CRM workflows to tracking KPIs efficiently and building loyalty through continuous improvement, Derrick shares practical strategies to keep your firm agile and competitive. Whether you’re optimizing processes, upgrading technology or redefining client experience, this episode reveals the tools and mindset needed to thrive in today’s property management landscape.

Close Like a Killer: How to Train a Sales Team That Actually Sells

Oct. 8, 2025

In this episode of the podcast, host Pete Neubig sits down with Jennifer Merritt, COO-Integrator of RentScale, to break down what it really takes to build and train a sales team that closes deals. From compensation models and KPIs to defining your ideal client profile, bridging the gap between sales and operations, and tailoring pitches to different personality types, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies to help property managers turn their sales function into a true growth engine.