Core Viewpoint - The property management industry is experiencing a wave of service withdrawals from major companies due to ongoing pressure from rising operational costs and unsuccessful negotiations on property fee reductions, leading to a shift from aggressive expansion to focusing on quality service [1][10][12]. Summary by Sections Property Fee Reductions - Over 100 residential communities across the country have successfully negotiated property fee reductions ranging from 20% to 35% since last year [1]. - In Chongqing, the first city to implement fee reductions, at least ten property management companies have announced their withdrawal from service due to failed negotiations and low collection rates [3][4]. Reasons for Withdrawal - Major property companies cite reasons for withdrawal including broken negotiations on fee reductions and high rates of unpaid property fees, with some companies reporting that over half of the owners have not paid their fees [4][8]. - Companies like Chongqing California Property Service and others have stated that the drastic fee reductions are unsustainable given the rising costs of labor, aging equipment, and maintenance [3][4]. Industry Trends - The property management industry is shifting away from "scale expansion" to "quality deepening," with many companies opting to exit low-efficiency projects rather than engage in intense competition [1][10][12]. - The overall revenue growth for property companies has slowed, prompting a focus on reducing competition and improving service quality [10]. Case Studies - In Chongqing, California Property Service announced a fee reduction from 2.0 yuan to 1.3 yuan per square meter, which they deemed unsustainable [3]. - In Hangzhou, the leading property company, Binjiang Property, withdrew from the Wan Gu Jun Fu community after failing to agree on a fee reduction from 2.8 yuan to 2.2 yuan per square meter [6][8]. Market Dynamics - The average property service fee in major cities is around 2.72 yuan per square meter per month, with Hangzhou's fees at 2.98 yuan, indicating a competitive pricing environment [8]. - Some smaller property companies are lowering fees to attract business, while larger firms are focusing on high-quality service areas such as public buildings and hospitals [12]. Conclusion - The property management sector is undergoing significant changes as companies adapt to new market realities, focusing on quality over quantity in service provision to ensure sustainability in a challenging economic environment [10][12].
物业费谈不拢，多个物业公司宣布“弃管”