How Automation Enabled GrowthPM Partners to Scale from 200 to 1,200 Units
A fast-growing property manager achieved 6x portfolio growth with the same team size by implementing comprehensive automation across all operations.
The Challenge
GrowthPM Partners had an ambitious goal: grow their portfolio from 200 to 1,200 units in 18 months. Traditional scaling would require doubling or tripling headcount, destroying profitability. They needed a different approach—automation.
"Automation made our aggressive growth possible. We went from 200 to 1,200 units with the same 6-person team. Without AutomatePM, we would have needed 18+ employees and still wouldn't have achieved this level of operational excellence."
Growth Metrics
- 6x portfolio growth in 18 months
- Same team size maintained
- $500K+ in avoided hiring costs
- 50+ hours saved weekly
Workflows Automated
- Lease renewal management
- Maintenance coordination
- Rent collection & follow-up
- Tenant onboarding
- Owner reporting
The Scale-Up Strategy
Phase 1 (Months 1-3): Implemented core automation workflows for renewals, maintenance, and rent collection. This freed up 30 hours weekly and prepared the foundation for growth.
Phase 2 (Months 4-9): Added onboarding and owner reporting automation while acquiring 500 new units. The automated systems absorbed the growth without additional staff.
Phase 3 (Months 10-18): Optimized workflows and acquired final 500 units. Team focused entirely on relationships and strategic growth rather than administrative work.
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