When property owners need help taking care of the everyday responsibilities at their rental property, they usually hire a property manager. The things that separate good property managers from bad property managers include several factors such as attention to detail, updated knowledge of marketing techniques, and good communication skills. Communication skills play a crucial role
I usually cringe when it comes to Monday morning, but not today; unit 3B is officially empty and I have never been more relieved. The worst tenants I’ve ever had are finally gone! They rarely paid on time and flicked cigarette butts off the balcony as if the common area were their personal ash tray.
Hoarding is more than a simple, nasty habit, or childlike refusal to let go. Hoarding can lead to a dangerous, unstable home. It’s also protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, similar to disorders like PTSD, C-PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Compulsive hoarding is an issue of mental health, and while it can lead to many
From managing properties to ensuring the satisfaction of the residents, property managers strive a lot to attain a prominent position in the rental housing industry. Generally, property managers act as brand-ambassadors for most rental communities. For that reason, developing leadership qualities can help property managers get far in the multifamily industry. Considering that, here are
Its Monday, again… I open the door to my office, throw my coat on the back of my chair and stick a coffee cup under the Keurig. Then, I walk over to the drop box to collect the keys of renters who have moved out over the weekend. With just two apartments I think, ‘I
Content Warning: this article contains language about active shooter situations and death that some readers may find upsetting. Active shooter insurance, also known as active assailant coverage, has been a growing interest from businesses across America. This insurance aims to provide relief for all expenses relating to a shooting, from victim aid to crisis management
Pet ownership is on the rise in the United States, with 70% of the renters having dogs. Moreover, the recent stats show over 84 million pets taking up residence in the U.S. As dog ownership grows, the need for pet waste management also increases within apartment communities. Damages of Not Managing Pet Waste From stains
After almost a decade in Property Management I can confidently say the three most common complaints I’ve heard from residents have been about parking, pets and the pool. The 3 P’s if you will. As a property director, I was always diligent in ensuring welcome packets, shadow boxes and bulletin boards were jam-packed with information
It often takes time to achieve success in property management. A property manager needs years of experience tempered by attention to detail, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to handling responsibility and pressure. A good property manager is usually a skilled juggler of various tasks, keeping both tenants and property owners happy. In addition to screening
Bright-line rules and standards were created with a ‘simple’ goal that often leads to more harm than good. The idea is to draw a hard line of good or bad, acceptable or not, but often leaves out the difficult situations people often find themselves in. While the idea of ‘equal punishment for the same act’