The Power of Managing Landlord Expectations Some might say you can't control the weather or other people's expectations. However, in the world of business clients, it's wise to understand "the weather" and guide expectations.  In the case of a property manager, it's important to manage your client's expectations because that's what's guiding their decision-making. If owners…

Property Management in the US As we enter 2024, a new set of demand and supply factors will color the property management industry landscape. Each area of property management including single-family, apartment, multifamily, associations, retail and commercial sectors has unique demand profiles. And rental owners will face mounting pressures from regulatory, political, residents and financial…

Apartment Rental Vacancy Rates Multifamily investors, landlords and property managers don't appreciate the hit to profitability when tenants break leases. Whether its rent prices, lease issues, or wage/job worries, unprepared landlords get hit with losses. As landlords might say "vacancies happen."  And are you strategizing well enough to prevent losses from all the events that…

Where to Celebrate your 4th of July Independence Day Every July 4th, the people of the United States get to celebrate the world's most magnificent country. It's more than sunshine, food and fireworks.  It's about people, American culture, food, music, games, and parades, each in the unique flavor of every US state and city from…

Get the Most from Conferences and Trade Shows Attending a trade show or conference soon? That's excellent, and since you're serious about your career and business, you may want to get the maximum benefit from your visit. And there's the new contacts, and business boosting products, services and advice you'll be learning of. Spend the…