Providing employees with the opportunity to give back helps to build camaraderie.In a such a tight labor market, property managers need to build a strong culture if they expect to retain their best talent.“Prioritizing and supporting your te...

The flood of new development is creating challenges for apartment management firms to find and retain onsite talent. Developers delivered 15,522 apartment homes in Dallas last year and another 24,639 are expected to come online this year,...

Apartment community employees with years of experience at a property should be valued and recognized on a regular basis. Not only do these employees bring their earned wisdom to the workplace every day, but they are also an endorsement to...

With the competition for top talent so fierce nowadays, hiring has taken on greater importance in the apartment sector. The real trick is in leveraging the interview and verification process so that new hires are matched well with a company...

A growing trend in multifamily housing is the process of “going green” in both new developments and retrofits. Companies of all sizes are seeking to effectively decrease expenses while improving the marketability of their portfolios t...

Company theft can have a lasting impact if mishandled. Follow these steps to avoid legal and cultural issues surrounding this sticky situation.Internal theft goes beyond the basic value of the goods or money in question; it also can affect workplace...

Digested from “Ten Things Your Employees Should Know — But They Don't”Forbes (6/30/15) Ryan, LizOnboarding new employees should consist of more than just identifying their work tasks. Employers should also take time to educate these emp...

Digested from “States Are Changing Their Hiring Laws; Are You Affected?”Multifamily Insiders (9/22/15) Green, RyanSome states have begun to update their hiring laws to prohibit background and credit checks before the interview process; the...

Companies are moving away from these one-off events in favor of more fluid check-ins.Almost 10 percent of Fortune 500 companies have stopped doing annual reviews, and experts expect 20 percent of Fortune 500 companies, including General Electric,...

Aerials views offer more efficient data collection opportunities for new construction.When construction gets underway — whether for a new office building, retail shops or apartments homes — people wonder what will be built. But no one is li...

New apartment communities continue to crop up across the country.As the boom continues, the need for vendors to service these communities has also increased. Vendor networks can help property managers ensure they are getting the best service,...