Property Management News
Spring cleaning in a multifamily building is as much about protecting value, reducing liability, and showing residents that their building is well cared for as it is about simply tidying up after months of slush and salt. For managers, this time of year is the perfect opportunity to reset expectations and tackle the maintenance tasks that tend to pile up over the winter. Your exterior is the logical place to start. Winter is tough on façades, parapets, roofs, and windows. Now’s the time to do a visual inspection of exterior walls, sidewalks, and entryways to scan for cracks, loose masonry, damaged railings, and trip hazards. Addressing small issues now can help avoid expensive... Read more
Property owners and managers invest millions in renovations every year—gut rehabs, new amenities, completely refreshed interiors. And for many communities, those...
Every residential lease includes an implied warranty of habitability—even if the lease does not expressly mention it. This legal protection serves two core purposes:...
Chargebacks – when a property charges a resident for causing damage to the property – are becoming increasingly significant in the residential rental...
If you’re considering a renovation, you know how important it is to hire a skilled contractor for the job. But sometimes, unexpected problems arise. Once the paperwork...
When it comes to choosing between different flooring choices, the options can be surprisingly nuanced. This is particularly true for wood flooring vs. engineered wood. While hardwood floors have long been associated with natural beauty and longevity, engineered wood offers a more budget-friendly alternative with a very similar aesthetic. Both bring warmth and texture to a home, but their differences—particularly in cost, durability, and installation—can make one better suited than the other, depending on your space. We spoke with designer Emilie Schiller of Home Methods and master carpenter Jason Hoffman, founder of J.P. Hoffman Design Build, to break down how these two types of... Read more
By James Malki with Malki Construction Shared structural elements are critical components of multifamily apartment buildings. While individual units are leased to...
There is a potential new headache for property managers now as an Amazon delivery drone crashed into an apartment building in the Dallas suburb of Richardson. An Amazon...
Key takeaways Fix-and-flip market conditions improved in Q4 2025, with the Fix and Flip Market Index (FFMI) posting its largest quarterly gain in 3 years....
Landlords looking to upgrade their heating/cooling systems in their rentals should consider heat pumps among their options. This somewhat new technology is better for...
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