A Preventive Maintenance Checklist Can Save Time and Money
You may have heard about the 50-cent rubber washer that failed and caused $4,000 in water damage. It’s a true story, and the FIRM Incident Response team hears stories like that o
Multifamily Market Trends Changing the Industry
Property management companies didn’t need to look far for extra challenges in 2022, and the most recent Multifamily State of the Industry Report says the current situation isn’
What Should Be Included in an Emergency Response Plan Gap Analysis for Multifamily Properties?
Emergency response plans are an essential part of multifamily property management. When troubles present themselves (and they invariably will), the emergency response plan is the g
6 Items to Consider Before Adding Additional Multifamily Properties to your Portfolio
You’ve located a multifamily property that would make an excellent addition to your portfolio, and the Phase 1 inspection found no red flags at all. You’re clear to proceed. Bu
7 Steps to a Mold and Moisture Plan for Property Management
Property managers are paid to keep occupants happy and facilities on track. Throw in a recurrent “black mold” problem, water damage from a leaking pipe, or a full-blown flood a
Wildfire Planning for Business: Prepare, Respond, Recover
Despite regular tips and pleas from the United States Forest Service and other agencies, wildfires still happen and wildfire planning is still needed. Whether ignited by a careless
Hospitality Exposure: Synthetic Opioid Production and Use
The production of Methamphetamines and the processing of Opioids are becoming more and more prevalent in the Hospitality industry. Easy access, privacy and the ability to manufac
Mold Control Added to Colorado Residential Rules
Colorado law now includes mold and dampness control as a warrant of habitability requirement. That change is part of the Colorado Residential Tenants Health and Safety Act (HB 19-1
Trends in Multi-Family Property Maintenance During the Pandemic
Multi-family apartment communities have always presented unique challenges to the people who own them, work at them, and live in them, but the COVID-19 pandemic created situational
How Recent Changes to RRP Rules Affect Property Management
Renovation, repair, and painting (RRP) rules were created by the EPA to protect building occupants and workers from the hazard of “lead poisoning.” Other federal and loc