Property management involves the processes, systems and manpower required to manage the life cycle of rental housing properties, including acquisition, control, accountability, responsibility, maintenance, utilization and disposition. There are many facets to this industry and profession and PMI covers them all.
Online Marketing Fundamentals Chances are if your business has any type of online presence, then you’re familiar with the terms SEO and SEM. But, what exactly do you know about these acronyms? Your initial reaction may be to run to the search engines and click on the first result that appears. Search engines are now the[…]
A new photography trend has emerged, and it’s rocking the world of social media. Tiny Planet allows users to easily transform their photos into miniature floating globes, capturing scenery in an eye-catching way without breaking the bank. For property managers, Tiny Planet offers a creative solution to a common social media struggle, as many companies don’t[…]
Money that’s available to offset costs of energy-saving upgrades for apartments is getting more plentiful, plus it’s easier to find. Utility companies and municipalities in many states offer rebates, incentives and demand-response programs to the tune of billions each year to encourage federal facilities and consumers to cut energy use and demand. Incentives range from[…]
Electric stovetops of the future will come with built-in sensors to help reduce kitchen fires Built-in sensory technology that shuts off electric coil burners to prevent kitchen cooking fires is about to become a hot commodity. The appliance industry and fire prevention officials are close to implementing a newly adopted standard that will require all[…]
Renters are devoting an increasing share of their incomes to monthly rent, and not just in the big cities. Nationwide, more and more people are finding it hard to live by the “30% of income” principle to pay for their housing. This has a direct impact on resident screening, where most rejections are driven by[…]
Amid the new, glass high-rises and trendy podiums going up in the urban core and beyond are still some hidden gems. Bank distressed homes or apartments that need repairs await the right kind of owner who can add polish and create a comfortable, safe residential experience. The playing field for distressed property landlords doesn’t include[…]
Brand advocates or ambassadors aren’t new to business today. For years, celebrities handsomely hired as brand ambassadors have pitched everything from watches to furniture to Jell-O to credit cards. Can you remember Joe Namath in pantyhose? Brand ambassadors don’t work for free. In some cases, they earn more money than they bank in their profession. From[…]
Residents are paying more for new leases and renewals at the highest clip since its peak four years ago, according to recent data by MPF Research. Plenty factors into what has become a faster start to 2015 than what many predicted for this year. Simply, it’s a great time to be leasing apartments and getting rates[…]
RealWorld 2015 User Conference The 2015 RealWorld User Conference was equal parts inspiring, educational and fun–a true breakout event for the multifamily housing industry and diversion from the RealWorld User Conferences of old. With sunny San Diego as the backdrop, the conference featured big brands like Yelp!, Marriott, Zillow, The Home Depot, HomeAway and StayAlfred. Over[…]
Research shows that the presence of trees in a community encourages people to be more physically active, and, in general, affects their attitudes and behaviors. In addition, leafy and healthy trees can make a big contribution to the well-being of an apartment community, providing a great aesthetic value for residents. The big, tall oak may[…]
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