units November 2017
the Magazine of the National Apartment Association
Non-Profit Creates Unique Maintenance Hiring Program
Units MagazinesJeff has the best of both worlds: he thrives as a maintenance technician at an Equity Residential community in Alexandria, Va., and gets to go home after work to his family in the same community. His skill and passion for fixing things have made him invaluable to the residents as a worker and…
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Sustainability practices within property management have created a growing opportunity for apartment industry professionals.
Minimizing waste in building construction and operations are key concerns…
Austin, Texas, has been recognized for achieving what few cities had been able to accomplish: ending veteran homelessness.
While not a literal “end” to the veteran homelessness problem because…
A variety of tax-favored vehicles exist for employers and their employees to donate cash or even accrued leave to assist those impacted by catastrophic events.
In the wake of Hurricane Harvey…
IN THIS ISSUE
As part of Gables Residential’s continuing efforts to integrate sustainability into all aspects of its business and apartment management practices, the company has selected to partner with the U.S.…
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Opponents of wood construction, some of whom would benefit from the use of other materials, are persuading policymakers into curtailing the use of wood in construction.
Wood framing continues to…
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Winter weather often exposes vulnerabilities in multi-unit buildings that can both strain maintenance teams and raise costs and frustrations for residents. As the season approaches, now is the…
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It was not quite 10 a.m. on a Saturday, and Chase Hensley was at the office preparing for an appointment with a family of four.
But just before the family arrived, two other parties showed up and…
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When employees talk about Carter-Haston Real Estate Services, you often hear the word “team.” Carter-Haston is a company that values not only its employees, but the communities where the properties…
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The Memories. I’m a former U.S. Marine and being in a boot camp class reminds me of the time I spent in a real boot camp. I can’t say military boot camp was always the most pleasant or relaxing…
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