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Okay, All Right...
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Okay, All Right...

You’re not the same manager you used to be. And that’s good. You’ve been through a lot. Andso have your residents. The last few years may have had you feeling down and always underpressure. But your community has probably stayed full and rents have gone up. So,... Continue Reading

Postedby Rob Hill
Date posted04/7/2023


Celebrate RPM Careers Week!
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Celebrate RPM Careers Week!

This year, RPM Careers Week is coming early, April 17–21! Celebrate the outstanding work of the residential property management industry and raise awareness about our industry among job seekers. Join us as we encourage team building, recognize individuals for their hard work and provide... Continue Reading

Date posted03/2/2023


Staffing Maintenance Personnel
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Staffing Maintenance Personnel

The number one reason residents renew their lease at an apartment community is satisfaction with their maintenance team. Everyone loves a quick and precise response to service requests. However, multiple factors have converged to create an environment that makes it increasingly difficult to... Continue Reading

Postedby Alyssa Smith
Date posted02/8/2023


Legislative Update: Governor Lee Unveils $55.6B Budget Proposal in Annual State of the State Address
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Legislative Update: Governor Lee Unveils $55.6B Budget Proposal in Annual State of the State Address

Governor Bill Lee delivered his fifth State of the State address yesterday evening, outlining his budgetary and legislative priorities before a joint session of the 113th General Assembly. The Governor’s $55.6 billion proposed budget for FY23-24 includes $7.38 billion in new state... Continue Reading

Date posted01/31/2023


The Laughing Leader
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The Laughing Leader

The Laughing Leader The Laughing Leader I have noticed a troubling trend with the leaders I coach. There is too often a lack of laughter. Leaders are leaders because they are competitive. They are hard driving. They usually take no prisoners. One of the signs that this has gone too far is... Continue Reading

Postedby Gene Robertson
Date posted01/9/2023


Maximizing your Budget
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Maximizing your Budget

I have worked with very few clients that look forward to budget season. It is one of the many traditions that unite all owner/management companies across the country. Most companies start in late summer and try to finalize by the end of October. I have seen some creative efforts by client... Continue Reading

Postedby Christina Robinson Race
Date posted11/17/2022


How to Partner with the Apartment Community
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How to Partner with the Apartment Community

How to Partner with the Apartment Community as a Supplier Learning how to build strong relationships is essential to success and entering the multifamily industry as a supplier is very intimidating. Below are a few key members of GNAA who have volunteered to give to give their perspective and... Continue Reading

Postedby Katelyn Cheatham
Date posted10/14/2022


The Power of Integrating at your Community
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The Power of Integrating at your Community

With all the technology available in today’s multi-family industry, we should be looking at the power of integration. Integration is what happens when your PMS (Yardi, OneSite, Entrata, etc) is connected with the systems that help run your community. Access control, parking and car... Continue Reading

Date posted08/23/2022


Getting Ready for Electric Vehicles
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Getting Ready for Electric Vehicles

Changes are ahead for property owners and operators as demand rises for all- electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Rising gas prices, policy support, environmental awareness, improvements in battery technology, charging infrastructure, and the allure of new... Continue Reading

Postedby Amy Leonard
Date posted08/19/2022


On Trends | Marketing with Technology
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On Trends | Marketing with Technology

Fast forward through the pandemic to bring us to the rapid deployment of virtual touring and self-guided experiences, our industry is embracing technology in new ways. Successful marketing begins with understanding the customer journey, which encompasses several touch points with technology. Our... Continue Reading

Postedby Lisa Gunderson
Date posted08/16/2022


ABIDE with Me: Five Meaningful Steps to Activate DEI(B) in Your Organization
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ABIDE with Me: Five Meaningful Steps to Activate DEI(B) in Your Organization

I tend to see more serendipity than mere chance in life. It is, for example, more serendipitous than chance that my last name is House, and I now work in housing. And it’s even more powerful for me that as a DEI advocate, strategist and practitioner, my “model” for engaging... Continue Reading

Date posted08/12/2022


Virtual Reality: The Future of Maintenance Training
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Virtual Reality: The Future of Maintenance Training

The Multi-Family industry is currently struggling with what the National Apartment Association calls “The Great Resignation- people’s post-pandemic priorities have shifted and their current jobs just aren’t cutting it anymore.” According to NAA, the average onsite... Continue Reading

Postedby Katelyn Cheatham
Date posted08/10/2022