Property Management
Grappling with mental health in condos
Mental health in condos must be navigated thoughtfully. Corporations have a duty to uphold rules, but above that, to accommodate individuals.
How to protect property from water damage
Property owners and managers can take steps to protect property from water damage by simply walking around their building during and after rainstorms.
Reviewing last year’s multi-residential market
Last year was good for landlords in the multi-residential market due low Canadian interest rates. And 2014 may bring more of the same.
Preparing for medical emergencies
Property managers should have thorough procedures in place in order to effectively deal with any medical emergencies that may happen on site.
Road salt usage causing problems in Ontario
Property managers are using large amounts of road salt this winter. But overuse is taking its toll on their' pocketbooks and the environment.
How to keep apartment turnover times tight
Creating a plan can help landlords cut the time spent fixing up a unit, and the costs that come with a vacancy, when dealing with an apartment turnover.
Eliminating odour problems in condos
New strategies and innovative technologies have made eliminating odour problems in condos easier than ever.
Ditching student ghettos for luxury living
Canadian developers are learning that behind many young adults living in so-called 'student ghettos' are parents willing to pay for higher-end housing.
Tips on revitalizing condo landscapes
Using long-term planning and designing condo landscapes that emphasize user enjoyment can lead to increased property values.
Toronto ice storm pelts residential managers
The Toronto ice storm this past December left many properties without power for days, leaving tenants and building systems vulnerable to the cold.
The benefits of electronic payment processing
With more Canadians spending time online, it is surprising that more landlords are not ditching cheques for electronic payment processing.
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.
Residential unit inspection 101
Targeted in-suite inspections of residential units can support building safety and cost-effective operation.
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.
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.
Making a building more accessible
Landlords should follow these six tips to ensure their building's interior space is accessible to everyone.





