Property Management News
With Labor Day in the rear view mirror and the Holiday season just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about weatherizing our lobbies for the upcoming winter snow, slush, and ice. It’s tempting to put off the task of preparing for the winter season until the leaves are falling and there’s a proper chill in the air, but a two-prong approach might be more beneficial: Take inventory and do a little preparation now, so that your super, doorman, or porter can execute whatever is needed to be ready when the scarves, hats, and gloves do come out. Lead With the Lobby Late September is a good time to take a good look at the upholstered furniture in your lobby area to determine if... Read more
When lightning struck the apartment building at 655 New York Ave. in Brooklyn, it started a blaze that ripped through more than 100 apartments. More than 200...
Heading into the second half of the year, independent rental owners are adjusting their strategies about where they put their money compared to six months ago, opting...
Value-add apartment investors are entering a new phase in which future returns will depend far more on property-level performance than on market-driven valuation...
There’s a familiar internal debate that happens at the worst possible times. Something’s leaking, it’s late, and the question creeps in: Does this...
With leasing traffic peaking and residents spending more time outside, curb appeal, comfort, and daily upkeep can make or break the experience—turning simple amenities into high-impact drivers of engagement. “We approach outdoor spaces the same way we approach a lobby—it’s an extension of the resident experience and a first impression moment,” says Melissa Steed, vice president of operations, South Central Texas, at Kairoi Residential. Three operators share how they’re elevating curb appeal and outdoor amenities this summer, offering best practices on everything from landscape design and amenity programming to the daily operational details that keep spaces looking and... Read more
Home renovations can improve both the comfort and long-term value of your property, but they often come with unpredictable costs and timelines. A home equity line of...
For apartment owners getting unusual calls from insurance companies about deck inspection reports, the deck inspection conversation isn’t theoretical anymore –...
When most people think of maintenance, they probably think about wrenches, drills and screwdrivers, not cutting-edge digital technologies. But when it comes to...
On an extremely cold afternoon last month, several tenants said they couldn’t shower, flush the toilet or do their laundry. Building managers blamed frozen pipes...
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