Guest Blog
Property Manager: Jacks and Jills of All Trades
The secret to handling such a diverse lineup of responsibilities is to serve your community one resident at a time, with whatever hat you feel is most fitting.
Which Is Our Higher Priority—Net Zero or Resilient In USA Housing?
Insurance claims from California’s deadly November 2018 wildfires have topped $11.4 billion, making the series of fires some of the most expensive in state history, officials said Monday. The latest tally adds to growing concerns about the future availability of home insurance in wildfire-prone areas. More than $8 billion of the November 2018 losses stem from the fire that leveled the town of Paradise, killing 86 people and destroying roughly 15,000 homes. The other $3 billion in losses are from two Southern California wildfires that ignited the same week. The numbers were expected to rise, though not dramatically, state Insurance Commissioner…
7 Property Management Pitfalls to Avoid
Proper preparation can take the sting out of your daily grind and propel your business to success. Here are seven things to avoid.
The 2 Biggest Things That Stress Out Your Vendors
Are you in a good relationship with your vendors? Here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of your partnership.
5 Ways to Create a Great Site Visit for Prospects
Too often, the potential resident’s meeting with the staff and tour of the community is treated as an afterthought. Here’s how to make that crucial marketing task more inviting.
Retaining Leasing Associates in a Booming Job Market
How can an apartment management company motivate and retain top-notch employees? Here are some suggestions.
Tattoo Stigma in Multifamily
Would you hire someone with body art at your community? Even though more and more people have tattoos, appearances might still make a difference to hiring managers. Here’s why.
How Your Brain Goes Apartment Shopping
When people experience something pleasant, their brain releases dopamine, a chemical messenger. Find out how you can harness this to give prospective residents a happy association with your property.
What Causes HVAC Systems to Fail and How to Prevent It
Preventative maintenance goes a long way in keeping HVAC systems operating as they should be, but breakdowns can still occur.