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When Prospects Ask, “What Kind of People Live Here?”It happens often. You are asked the question, “What kind of people live here?” This question may seem innocent at first but you quickly recognize the prospect or resident is digging …
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Building trust in your leasing presentation by creating a fair "Relationship"April is Fair Housing Month and the nation is celebrating the 54th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. On April 11, 1968 President Lyndon Johnson signed the Civil …
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The First 3 Questions You Ask…As a multifamily consultant, many of my assignments start this way: “Rick, we just aren’t getting enough traffic.” Traffic generation can be an issue. Yet often, the real reason traffic is not …
“Oh no! We are 8% vacant!”A tragedy? Maybe. That might be too many vacants considering the recent high-demand market. But don’t forget something very significant. You are also 92% occupied! Yes, you have a lot of …
Unveiling the Different Breeds of Difficult BossesHaving a "difficult boss" isn't a one-size-fits-all situation. From micromanaging hawks to credit-stealing chameleons, these challenging leaders come in all shapes and sizes. Recognizing their …
Strategies for Dealing with a Difficult Boss...Besides Murder or Quitting.Having a difficult boss can be demoralizing, affecting your work performance and overall well-being. But fear not, brave multifamily professional! With the right approach, you …
A Guide for Dealing with Difficult ResidentsWorking onsite comes with its share of personalities, and unfortunately, some of those personalities can be difficult. As an onsite team member, you're often the first line of defense against frustrated, …
Checking Yourself: Am I the “Difficult Person"?Being a property management professional comes with constant interaction with and navigating different personalities. But have you ever stopped to wonder if YOU might be the unintentionally difficult …
“This would be a great place to work if it weren’t for people!” You hear this often; “This would be a great place to work if it weren’t for people!” There are a lot of wonderful people in the world, but it just takes one difficult and …
Consider Monday Resolutions Instead!We are a week into 2024 and you might have made some bold resolutions for the year. How are those plans going? Are you meeting your well-intended commitments? If your resolutions were of any real impact, chances …
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