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When winterizing multifamily rental apartments, it is essential to think beyond storm damage prevention. Cold temperatures, ice buildup, freezing, thawing, and even rain can cause significant issues. Moreover, indoor hazards like holiday lights, candles, and space heaters add to the risks. Data from the Insurance Information Institute shows that winter storms caused a record $15 billion in insured losses in 2021 alone. Other than winter storms issues such as ice buildup, freezing & more are known to play havoc each year. If you are planning to start preparing your apartment buildings for winter, BFPM is here to help you stay ahead of the impact of the season. Protect your... Read more
The Fair Housing Act (FHA) requires property managers to provide reasonable accommodations for residents with disabilities to ensure equal access and enjoyment of their...
Key Takeaways California’s new $80M rebate program offers incentives for low- and moderate-income homeowners and multifamily building owners to electrify their...
The signing of a rental lease agreement represents an expectation of trust between a landlord and a tenant. Just as you are placing your faith in a new tenant to pay...
For many renters in Los Angeles, apartment renovations are no cause for celebration. Instead of getting a brand new kitchen or bathroom, tenants know they’ll often...
As the severity and frequency of extreme weather increases, it’s important for real estate investors to feel confident in the safety of their rental homes. But according to an industry survey by CertainTeed, “fewer than half (48%) of surveyed consumers who have noticed weather changes are very confident in their property’s ability to endure extreme weather.” “It’s never too early to be prepared for an extreme weather event,” says Lucas Hamilton, manager of applied building science at CertainTeed/Saint-Gobain North America. “The minute you see a problem area in your rental home, you should address it.” Waiting too long can leave your home vulnerable, but... Read more
Strategies to boost your rental income and tenant satisfaction Multifamily properties offer fantastic investment opportunities. But how can you make the most of your...
Nationwide & Long Beach, CA – October 16, 2024 – The American Apartment Owners Association (AAOA) is proud to host its first-ever hybrid Rental Housing...
October is National Fire Prevention Month! Did you know that there According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the U.S. averages about...
From retail to hospitality to health care to office settings, aesthetics are only part of the design picture. Architects and designers increasingly focus on the...
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