Ah, spring in much of the U.S. has finally arrived. The snow has largely melted. The smell of hyacinths fills the air. And the sounds of spring abound: birds chirping, leaf blowers blowing, chain saws roaring, weed whackers purring. Mary Girsch-Bock, writing on PropertyManagement.com, reminds us that “those long months of rain and snow can …
If you’re thinking about investing directly in rental properties, you’ll need to make a big decision about how to do it, namely: A.) Are you going to manage these properties yourself, or B.) Will you hire a property manager to handle them for you? If you’re looking to create a job for yourself as a …
While some people cringe when they hear clichés, it’s important to remember that these shopworn phrases became so overused because they contain important kernels of truth that never lose their relevance. Take the expression, “You can’t see the forest for the trees,” for instance. That often happens to veteran property managers – and we’re not …
What’s the main reason renters renew their lease? It’s not the appearance or condition of their unit, or more parking. And it’s not perks and parties. If you said service and maintenance, you win! Jen Piccotti, senior vice president of education and consulting at SatisFacts Research, said maintenance plays a critical, yet often overlooked role …
It’s probably too early in many parts of the U.S. to start pool season, but it’s definitely not too early to start planning for it. “At least once per year, properties should have all of their pools inspected to ensure compliance with the appropriate federal, state and local requirements,” wrote Tim Blackwell on PropertyManagementInsider.com. “Waiting …
Having a daredevil walk across your property 60 stories above the ground on a cable three-quarters of an inch wide in front of a live international television audience probably isn’t the typical day in the life of a property manager. But that is what happened on Nov. 2, when famed aerialist Nik Wallenda successfully walked …
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