Unhealthy management - Better Living Consultant Venterra Realty Employee Review

3.0
24 Feb 2022
Recommend
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Pros

- Industry standard pay - Benefits - Work life balance

Cons

Venterra has some of the worst management I have ever worked for. They are toxic. Employees are frequently belittled by management, forced to do things outside of the scope of their job descriptions, and often take on some of the workload from management. Management is hardly present on the property during the workday. The cost of living adjustments are atrocious and you are capped on pay, despite not making enough at that pay rate to comfortably lease an apartment from Venterra. Commission structure for leasing units is well below the market rate. Even if you make Venterra a million dollars, you are barely compensated.

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Venterra Realty Response
4y
I’m disappointed to read the review, but we appreciate you taking the time to share it. Our compensation ranges are adjusted regularly based on regional industry benchmarking reports and we’ve recently increased leasing commissions to help ensure we’re offering competitive pay, we certainly understand that there can sometimes be a difference between expectations in pay and reality. For this reason, we encourage candid conversations on the topic with supervisors whenever necessary. That said, productive dialogue of any type requires a great relationship with a leader equipped with the right skills and a passion for creating a great employee experience. I’m concerned about feedback, and would like an opportunity to learn a little more. If you’re open to a one-on-one conversation, I’d like to encourage you to reach out to me by phone (905-717-8624) or by email (rroos@venterraliving.com). Alternatively, EthicsPoint (https://bit.ly/3stiJsA) remains a resource to anonymously report concerns that need to be brought to our attention and actioned. Again, thank you for providing the review and for any additional information you’re able to share when you have an opportunity.

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5.0
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Company allows for responsibility to make a change. Everyone is extremely pleasant to work with, and leadership allows for opportunities to grow with the organization. There is no limit to what you can do here to make an impact. I could not love a company more to work for.

Cons

Only negative I can think of is I wish the company offered more benefits. They seem a little limited compared to other companies.

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Venterra Realty Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are glad to hear about your positive experience and appreciate all you do as part of our team. We remain committed to creating a workplace where team members feel supported, valued, and proud of the work they do.
1.0
7 May 2026
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Pros

Use to be a lot. Not really anymore compared to other management companies

Cons

Venterra’s culture has shifted to a 'Just a Number' approach. The disconnect is most visible in how they treat on-site staff. Leadership pushes an 'Amazon-style' AI model and expects 24/7 dedication, yet the financial incentives are a shell game. Regular residents often receive better deals through move-in specials (like 8 weeks free) than the employees who actually run the building. Combine that with full-price amenity fees and rent increases that eat up every merit raise, and it’s clear the company no longer values its people. Talent is leaving because the math—and the stress—simply doesn't add up anymore. Leadership thinks we have 'nothing to do' while on-site teams are burning out and working late nights to keep up. Regular residents get better financial deals. A '1-2 months free' concession for a resident often equals or beats the total annual 'discount' given to employees. We pay full price for the 'Smart Bundle' and all amenity fees. They give you a raise and then immediately raise your rent. The money goes right back to the company. Over the last 2 years, the 'people first' vibe is gone, replaced by a cold, replaceable approach and a failed obsession with mimicking Amazon’s AI metrics.

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