Tenant Connect Named Finalist at 2025 Proptech Awards – Why It Matters for Landlords Ready to Break the Mould

There’s a way property inspections have always been done — the same way for decades. You know it: fighting traffic to get to the property, spending an hour or more checking every corner, juggling schedules with tenants, and carving out precious weekend time just to tick the box that the inspection’s been done.

We’re here to tell you that that whole model is outdated. That there’s a smarter, faster, less intrusive way.

The team at Proptech Australia clearly agrees — because we’re thrilled to announce that Tenant Connect has been named a finalist at the 2025 Proptech Australia Awards in the Property Management & Maintenance category. It’s incredible recognition for what we’re doing: challenging the old-school idea that you have to physically visit a property every time to stay in the know.

Why more effort isn’t always better

Here’s the thing — traditional inspections are like planning a formal dinner party. It takes time. It takes effort. It feels like a big deal. So, you put it off. Maybe you do it once a year, or even longer, because anything more would just be too much hassle.

But we thought, “What if inspections were more like grabbing a coffee?“ Simple. Low-pressure. Easy to do more often. That’s what Tenant Connect is all about — making inspections less intrusive, less physically demanding, and able to be done more frequently. Because when inspections are easy, landlords check in more regularly. And that means better oversight, stronger relationships with tenants, and less of that background hum of anxiety about what’s happening at the property.

Why being a Proptech Award Finalist matters

Being named a Proptech Australia award finalist isn’t just a nice pat on the back (though we’re super proud of it!). It signals that industry leaders agree: the idea that inspections require physical presence every single time is no longer valid.

If you leave long gaps between inspections you create create unnecessary anxiety — you worry about what’s happening between visits, you forget what issues you spotted last time, and you’re left hoping nothing’s spiralled into a bigger problem. Add to that the social stress of face-to-face inspections, and the frustration of still feeling in the dark because in-person checks aren’t frequent or detailed enough.

The future of property management is HD — and it’s a smarter, calmer, easier way forward.

It’s less intrusive for tenants — No more clearing a full morning or rearranging their day.

It’s faster and more efficient for landlords — Our early adopters have told us they typically complete remote inspections in as little as 15 to 30 minutes.

It encourages more frequent, lower-stress check-ins — And it’s not just about convenience. Across Australia, landlords are often able to do more inspections than they think they can do:

• NSW, QLD, SA, WA, TAS, NT: up to 4 times per year (every 3 months)
• VIC, ACT: up to 2 times per year (every 6 months)

With up to four inspections allowed per year in most states, it makes sense to rethink your strategy. What if every year you did just one in-person inspection — made it count — and handled the other three remotely? The onsite visit becomes a more thorough, focused check-in, while the remote ones are like grabbing a quick coffee: simple, efficient, and easy to fit into your life.

And because remote HD inspections with Tenant Connect can take as little as just 15 minutes, include timestamped photo evidence and automatically generate a professional report, they’re no longer a massive mental load. You’re far less likely to put them off — and far more likely to keep inspections on track all year round.

It reduces anxiety — As Tim says: “When inspections are done the old way — or worse, skipped — landlords sit with low-level anxiety for months at a time. You don’t really know what’s going on. But with quick, regular remote inspections, you get the clarity and peace of mind you need, without the drama.”

This is just the beginning…

Tenant Connect was built because modern landlords (and tenants) deserve a smarter solution — one that fits busy lives. We’re incredibly proud that Proptech Australia has recognised our mission and our tech. Wish us luck for the big announcement on the 3rd of July.

But this is just the start.

If you’re ready to take inspections off your worry list — while staying fully in control — now’s the time to try it.

👉 Tenant Connect is free to download and all new landlord users receive one Free Onsite and one Free Remote inspection — so you can experience risk free how much simpler digital property management can be.

Start managing your property the modern way — from anywhere. Download Tenant Connect today.

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