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Fall Is in the Air, Is Your Property Ready? With fall in the air, sudden temperature drops and even an early snowfall can sneak up with little notice. Now is the time to transition your property into fall mode and prepare for winter before the first hard freeze arrives. A little preventive maintenance now can mean fewer emergency calls, happier residents, and fewer costly surprises later. 5 Must Do Fall Maintenance Tasks 1. Clean Gutters & Downspouts Leaves and debris can quickly create drainage problems. Clean gutters, check for damage or sagging, and make sure downspouts direct water safely away from the foundation. 2. Service HVAC Systems Don’t wait for the first cold morning... Read more
Administrative & Procedural Readiness Proper hurricane preparation begins well before high-wind warnings are issued. Boards and managers should do a bit of...
The WAGS™ valve is a maintenance-free water heater safety shutoff device that prevents disastrous floods and untold damage to your property. Proactive leak protection...
When it comes to real estate, the power of a well-maintained exterior goes far beyond appearance—it sets the tone for everything that follows. The exterior of a...
Chicago may top Orkin’s 2026 Bed Bug Cities List, but multifamily operators shouldn’t view bed bugs as a problem confined to a handful of markets. The rankings span...
When it comes to the planters and flowerbeds around your building or association, choosing the right annual and perennial plants to go in them isn’t quite as simple as you might think. There are many considerations to take into account, from available sunlight to water sources to foot traffic and car exhaust. A particular flower, plant, or bush might look perfect framing the gateway to your community—but will it actually thrive there? Like everything else we do or buy to enhance the curb appeal and general pride of place for our communities, plantings cost money. You don’t want to waste it. Location, Location… With any kind of landscape planning, climate and your location are the... Read more
In conventional multifamily, it’s easy to assume that competition is driven by what residents can see: upgraded finishes, new amenity packages or the latest design...
Not long ago, a residential building manager’s primary relationship with the physical condition of their property was reactive. Something broke, a resident called,...
Hurricane season officially began on June 1, and for property owners and managers across the Gulf Coast and Southeast, preparation should already be underway. While NOAA...
KEY TAKEAWAYS A recent CDC report identifies the hot tub at a short-term rental property as a potential source of Legionnaires’ disease New York investigators...
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