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There’s little doubt that a lot of effort goes into managing multifamily properties. There’s keeping the units fresh, ensuring amenities are safe, managing maintenance issues and tracking tenants’ rents. Then there’s exterior landscaping. “Multifamily landscaping includes all outdoor softscapes and hardscapes designed to serve multiple residents. These include, but aren’t limited to, front areas, entryways, courtyards, shared lawns, pet areas and garden walls,” explained Optimal Home Remodeling & Design Founder and COO Dotan Trabulsi. Cultivating an apartment’s exterior grounds means more than planting a few trees and throwing down sod. Trabulsi and other experts told... Read more
Summer heat doesn’t have to mean high energy costs, with energy-efficient options available, there are ways landlords and renters alike can ensure comfortable...
Planning the landscaping at your rental property means more than finding your favorite plants. Boost curb appeal and keep your tenants and prospects excited about your...
The first day of spring means beautiful blooms and sunny days ahead, but for landlords and property managers, spring also brings spring maintenance tasks for your rental...
According to Cushman & Wakefield, retrofitting is “the process of making alterations to an existing property to improve its energy efficiency and reduce energy...
What amenities do renters want most? Greystar surveyed more than 90,000 people to find out which amenities they consider nice to have and which amenities they say they can’t live without. The survey revealed widespread interest in amenities focused on sustainability, technology and thoughtful design. Topping the list of most desired amenities for renters across the country was walk-in closets. Eighty-eight percent of respondents expressed interest in this amenity while 37% said they would not rent an apartment without one. Renters in Miami and Dallas were especially keen on having ample closet space, with more than half of renters considering a walk-in closet a must-have amenity,... Read more
Electric vehicle sales have recently fallen short of carmakers’ hopes, but there are signs EVs may have staying power in the market. In the third quarter this year,...
Property owners and managers are no strangers to wearing many hats, but developing a plan for energy reduction and electrification could be unfamiliar territory to even...
Windows that can save energy are becoming increasingly important for homeowners looking to reduce their power bills and enhance their living spaces. These solutions are...
Yes, a landlord can fine a tenant for smoking, depending on the terms of the lease agreement. Smoking in rental properties has been a contentious issue for both...
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