The Power to Choose Restoration Vendors is Dwindling
Who do you call when pipe breaks and flooding events require immediate attention to prevent more extensive damage to your property? And how do you determine whether the prices you
Avoid Multi-Family Property Disasters with an Incident Management System
Emergencies are commonplace for multi-family property owners. From burst pipes to hurricanes and floods, incidents requiring quick response are bound to happen. There’s no questi
Use Remote Workers to Boost Apartment Occupancy
Apartment managers and multifamily property owners, here’s a question you may want answered: How can you boost apartment occupancy rate and lengthen the average tenancy in the po
How to Prevent Mold Growth on Rental Properties
Mold growth prevention and mold removal methods are two of the most frequent tenant-related issues faced by rental property owners and managers — both residential and commercial.
Multifamily Property Owners Can Benefit from the SB 721 Inspection
California multifamily property owners have until January 1, 2025 to complete the first inspection required under SB 721. That bill requires all exterior elevated elements (EEE) be
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