Have you ever walked into a home and felt like the walls were caving in on you? Then, it felt like we should have been doing more regular inspections! It could be because the owners had too much stuff crammed into a tiny space. There's no bullet-proof strategy to sidestep hoarding. But usually, one of the best precautions is screening residents closely before signing a lease. Filter well to minimize the risk of hoarders taking over your property – a headache any property manager will want to avoid, if possible.
Despite the spike in online shopping, Cyber Monday 2023 topped 12 Billion in sales, we’re still only at the tip of the iceberg. Gone are the days of camping out outside of your local electronics store. If that indicates what’s still to come, managing deliveries will become increasingly important for landlords, property managers and HOAs. As technology continues to improve, we expect to see other solutions emerge. Until then, these strategies should give some reprieve as you adapt to residents’ changing needs.
Overall, multifamily real estate is a solid investment option that can provide inflation-resistant income, hedge against inflation, offer diversification, and provide tax benefits. As inflation rises, these benefits become even more pronounced, making multifamily real estate an attractive investment opportunity.
Investing in a low-cap rate environment can be challenging, but it is still possible to make profitable investments if you understand the reasons behind the low-cap rates and adjust your investment strategy accordingly.
Investors, sponsors, and property managers are increasingly vying for their share of this market demographic. That is why it is so essential to understand the priorities of older Americans. A range of property upgrades—some simple, others not as much—can be made to improve the appeal of your property among renters aged 55+.
Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS)
It’s not enough that the selected association management company be equipped to provide the services outlined in the scope of work—they should also really, truly understand the values of the HOA and its long-term goals.
