This episode is brought to you by https://www.ElevateOS.com —the only all-in-one community operating system.It’s August.In multifamily, that means one thing—budget season.For some, that means sending out those long property manager questionnaires.For others, it’s feeding data into fancy SaaS tools like REBA Budget—or trusty old Excel.But here’s the truth—budget season isn’t just about the numbers.It’s about time.In this episode, I walk you through a simple but powerful exercise:Identify the top three things that are eating the lion’s share of your time (or your team’s time).Then, bake the solutions into your 2026 budget—whether that’s a digital leasing consultant, automation platform, or any tool that frees your people up to focus on what truly matters: real human connection and higher-value work.When you get that time back, you can reinvest it in areas that create exponential returns for your business.Start now. By the time 2026 rolls around, you’ll be running leaner, smarter, and stronger.If this sparked a new way to think about budget season, hit the like button, subscribe, and share this with your team.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!