Management
Canadian Apartment Magazine
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.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
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.
Canadian Property Management
Choosing the right bird netting for a property
Different types of bird netting have different strengths and uses. Property managers can pick products to prevent pest birds of all types and sizes.
Canadian Property Management
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.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Tips for an agreement of purchase and sale
Chris Seepe of Aztech Realty offers some advice for clauses that buyers and sellers should include in an agreement of purchase and sale.
Building Strategies & Sustainability
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.
CondoBusiness
Eliminating odour problems in condos
New strategies and innovative technologies have made eliminating odour problems in condos easier than ever.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
How to determine apartment market value
When determining an apartment's market value, buyers and sellers throw around cap rates leading to unrealistic expectations and undervalued property.
Canadian Property Management
Escalators present an often overlooked hazard
Escalators can be a serious hazard to all users. Care must be taken to prevent injuries, and even deaths.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
How to start networking like a pro
Networking means more than collecting piles of business cards; it is all about building strategic relationships.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
10 tips to prevent frozen and burst pipes
Frozen and burst pipes can cause major damage to residential buildings. But landlords can take simple yet effective steps to prevent damage from occurring.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
How to implement a green cleaning strategy
Implementing a green cleaning strategy means more than buying eco-friendly products. It requires developing a team, a scope and a plan.
Facility Cleaning & Maintenance
Cleaning carpets: hot water versus cold water
While hot water machines typically use more energy, they may be more effective at cleaning and protecting the indoor environment.
Canadian Property Management
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.
Building Strategies & Sustainability
How windows affect occupants’ well-being
Windows impact more than just building aesthetics. Rather, sunshine and views can have a substantial impact on occupants' well-being.
CondoBusiness
Planning to ensure reserve funds are adequate
Condo boards must plan ahead and undertake studies to ensure than reserve funds are adequate for future major capital repairs and replacements.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
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.



