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Management

Lending value versus market value

Differences between a building's market value and lending value can have a big impact on buyers.

Defusing condominium disputes

While conflicts between tenants is expected in multi-res buildings, property managers must deal with condominium disputes before they escalate.

Tips for retaining residents

Losing a tenant can cost an apartment big bucks. To retain residents, management should work to foster a great living environment.

CAPREIT lauded as a top Canadian employer

CAPREIT has been named one of Canada’s top 50 employers of 2014.

FRPO introduces new environmental standards

The FRPO has introduced a set of environmental operating standards to ensure that homes are managed by companies committed to green activities.

Green strategies start at planning and design

Developers and communities are seeking opportunities to incorporate sustainable, green elements into their building planning and design.

Residential unit inspection 101

Targeted in-suite inspections of residential units can support building safety and cost-effective operation.

Apartment sector hits new benchmarks in Q3

The third quarter of 2013 saw apartment prices hitting record levels, coming in at over $153,000 per suite.

Creating a data governance policy

Here are four steps to help a company manage its data assets.

Countering the effects of winter on floors

Here are six questions building managers should ask themselves during the lead up to winter in order to counteract the ...

Amenities for a new generation

Here are seven facts to help apartment landlords target millennials.

Fire safety planning

For building managers, a thorough and up-to-date fire safety plan is vital for both the safety of occupants and the preservation of the premises.

Time to cut energy consumption and costs

Now is the time to curb energy costs as the Rent Increase Guideline is moving downward as fast as the price of hydro ...

Using mobile technology as a marketing tool

Providing tenants with instant information on their smartphones can give a property a competitive advantage in the marketplace, and enable savvy property managers to maximize their time and measure their results.

Grey water technology flush with savings

Grey water recovery systems are starting to gain traction in commercial and multi-residential buildings because of their ...

No parking? No problem

There are many attractive features that make up a great neighbourhood but the one thing young urban renters covet above all else is the freedom to live a car-less existence.

Making a building more accessible

Landlords should follow these six tips to ensure their building's interior space is accessible to everyone.