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Are you a student, multifamily or co-living operator, or investor looking for a short-stay partner or a best-in-class property management software that can help you grow your business? Lavanda’s comprehensive short-stay solutions and next-generation property management software have been designed to enhance your operations and help you achieve your goals efficiently. Visit getlavanda.com to learn what Lavanda can do for you, and how our solutions can increase your portfolio's success. ???? Any questions? Let’s talk! Reach out to us at [email protected].

We surveyed 136 UK universities to understand how they use their student accommodation during the summer months. What we uncovered was a tale of innovation versus untapped potential. Our whitepaper highlights the forward-thinking institutions that are embracing short-stay strategies to drive higher occupancy, maximise returns, and stay agile, alongside those that appear to be leaving money on the table. In this edition of Lavanda Lens you can: ?? Download the whitepaper ?? Watch our recent webinar featuring Frederik Lerche-Lerchenborg, Tracy Stanton, Richard Clay and Sam Bailey-Watts discussing short-stay best practices for University and PBSA portfolios. Enjoy! #universityaccommodation #highereducation #studentaccommodation #LavandaLens

?? Live at 2PM – Don’t Miss This Insightful Discussion! Join Frederik Lerche-Lerchenborg Lerche-Lerchenborg, CEO of Lavanda, alongside industry experts Tracy Stanton VP of Operations UK and Ireland @ Yugo , Richard Clay Senior Revenue Manager @ Student Roost, and Sam Bailey-Watts from frah consulting as they dive into the latest research on short-term rentals in UK universities and what it means for PBSA operators. ?? What’s on the agenda? Exclusive insights from Lavanda’s new research into how universities are leveraging short-term rentals to generate revenue from vacant summer beds. Lessons the wider student accommodation sector can take from these strategies. Don’t miss out—join the conversation and gain actionable insights! Book your space here: https://shorturl.at/xuRUh #StudentAccommodation #ShortTermRentals #PBSA #HigherEducation

Webinar: Flex renting best practices to drive revenue generation: https://lnkd.in/ePrt3pS9 cc Frederik Lerche-Lerchenborg, Tracy Stanton, Richard Clay, Sam Bailey-Watts, Guy Westlake, Lavanda, Yugo and Student Roost #pbsanews #pbsa #residential #insights #studentaccommodation #insights #builtenvironment #operators #investors #developers #pbsawebinar

A growing climate of economic and political uncertainty is set to impact the student accommodation sector. This means PBSA and university portfolios will need to stay agile and adapt; bolstering or diversifying revenue streams as may be necessary. In this article for Lavanda Lens Frederik Lerche-Lerchenborg looks at why a flexible, dynamic short stay programme is now a strategic priority - and which universities are already leveraging this to best effect. #PBSA #universityaccommodation #studentaccommodation #highereducation

How are UK universities and PBSA operators using short-term rentals to unlock new revenue streams? Where are the biggest untapped opportunities? Join Frederik Lerche-Lerchenborg Lavanda CEO, Mo Ali from Homes for Students and Sam Bailey-Watts from frah consulting for our next Lavanda Lens Webinar on March 19th at 2pm, where they’ll unpack exclusive new research on how universities monetise vacant summer beds, and what PBSAs can learn. ?? Top-performing universities & YoY growth ?? Cities & geographies driving short-let success ?? The financial crisis & shifting strategies for student operators ?? Pros & cons of Flex renting for universities & PBSA operators ?? All registrants will receive our latest white paper, extracts from which were featured recently in the The i Paper. ?? Register now : https://shorturl.at/xuRUh

Live from the National Codes Student Experience Conference 2025! Today, Jack Kennedy is representing Lavanda at Unipol Student Homes #NationalCodes Student Experience Conference, where leading PBSA operators, universities, and student accommodation experts are coming together to explore key industry challenges. From the impact of affordability and mental health to evolving regulations and operational best practices, it’s an essential conversation on shaping the future of student accommodation. At Lavanda, we provide tech-driven solutions that enhance student experiences while improving efficiency for operators and investors. If you’re at the event, be sure to connect with Jack to discuss our OpenPMS and short stay solutions.

According to recent research by Knight Frank, two thirds of existing UK PBSA stock would benefit from modernisation. In this Lavanda Lens edition Guy Westlake looks at what constitutes a "modernisation" project today, and what investors might consider when evaluating opportunities in the market. #pbsa #studentaccommodation #highereducation #realestate #proptech

A brilliant evening of discussion and collaboration at QX Global Group Student Accommodation Insights Evening 2025! With investment trends, operational challenges, and evolving student expectations in focus, it's clear that the PBSA sector is at a pivotal moment. A huge thank you to the team at QX and the panel, including our CEO Frederik Lerche-Lerchenborg, for sharing key insights. #PBSA #StudentAccommodation #Innovation #FutureofLiving

Student accommodation is evolving. ???? With shifting demand and oversupply in some cities, PBSA operators are exploring short-term lets, mixed-use models, and flexible rental strategies. Recent planning approvals in Coventry highlight this shift, but regulatory hurdles remain. Balancing innovation with student housing’s core purpose is key. Will flexibility define the future? Read the article below. #StudentAccommodation #PBSA #LavandaLens