Dec 2006 - A bill which, if passed into law, would require every nursing home in America to be equipped or retrofitted with automatic sprinkler systems. The legislation was …
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Nov 2006 - The landlord now has to pay the tenant $1,400 plus attorneys’ fees which could be several thousand dollars just for failing to...
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Nov 2006 - Few things inspire attendees at the 2006 Internationall Builders Show to come running better than sessions on improving the bottom line or a free-lunch event. Advice on how members of the housing industry can stay out of court, however, is about as close as a topic gets. Do you really want to lose a large chunk of money in a tenant lawsuit because you...
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Nov 2006 - Experts say avoiding litigation is always the way to go when there is some type of dispute with a tenant. Still, paying a lawyer to talk about your options on the sly can be...
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Feb 2007 – Because of a significant and growing shortage of skilled labor in residential property management it is necessary to cultivate next-generation leaders by identifying who they are, where to find them and how to groom them for greater responsibilities.
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Feb 2007 - Offering online rental payments from residents can enable property managers to operate more efficiently and to receive funds more expediently each month, while also providing residents an important and convenient lifestyle amenity.
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Jan 2007 - Have you ever received a bad check? What can you do about it and how do you prevent it? State laws can help.
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Nov 2006 - With the tremendous amount of turnover in the property-management industry, the urge to move quickly through the process of hiring a replacement can …
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Jan 2007 - – Existing marketing programs are not resonating with the lucrative Generation Y demographic. So last year a marketing executive found out what to do to attract Generation Y.
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Dec 2006 - Spotting the decision-maker in a family embroiled in conflict over living arrangements for their aging parents is tough—especially when nobody is …
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Nov 2006 - A $562,000 award for a resident proves that just because mold isn’t as hot a topic for property managers as it was in recent years past doesn’t mean it is an issue that can be neglected. The case is a glaring example of why a manager needs to...
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Feb 2007 - Resident feedback is essential to maintaining a viable apartment community. No matter what size property you can make the most out of those comments.
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Dec 2006 - Senior housing communities can help residents find jobs with companies seeking mature workers. Property Managers can offer this service as …
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Dec 2006 - Senior housing executives interested in helping residents find jobs through AARP’s Featured Employer Program should …
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Nov 2006 - The National Crime Prevention Council says up to 60% of burglaries during the spring take place without any signs of forced entry. That easily can be explained by tenants leaving windows open to get some fresh air into a building that…
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Nov 2006 - The people have spoken. The top two features people look for in housing are …
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Dec 2006 - Residents with hearing aides at Sterling Glen of Stamford, CT, are now able to turn up the volume at public events without disturbing their neighbors. The independent- and assisted-living community has …
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