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Ever have one of those days where you just wished there was an extra hour (or three)? We’ve all been there. And in the property management industry in particular, time management is a challenge. It’s easy to become overwhelmed and either procrastinate or drop the ball completely, neither of which are good for business. The good news is, it’s never too late to learn how to better manage your time. The following tips should eliminate the time crunch stress and make you more productive in the process.

It’s a common misconception that salary is at the root of employee satisfaction. Naturally, many managers believe that the more money they offer to a worker, the happier and more loyal they’ll become. In reality, it’s typically things like work environment, peers, culture and leadership that drive satisfaction. If you’re looking for ways to improve morale within your property management company, here are five non-monetary things you can do.

But since creating an app requires a pretty significant investment of time and money, doing so just for the heck of it may not be worth it. If you’re on the fence about whether your firm needs an app of its own, here are a few points that may make the decision a bit easier.

Employee turnover is a part of doing business, but it comes at a cost. And if it’s happening too much, you’re losing much more than just time and money. The process of recruiting, hiring and training new employees can seriously hinder the productivity of your entire property management company. Whether you’ve struggled in this area or you’re just looking to be more proactive about employee retention, here are four strategies that will help you keep your team happy and engaged.

How prepared is your property management company for tax time? It’s important, because just one single error could cause infinite and costly headaches down the road. This, coupled with the fact that others are relying on you for timely, accurate records, and this time of year can seem like a nightmare to some. The good news is, with the right strategy, you should be able to get organized enough to make tax season a smooth, stress-free experience for everyone. Here are a few expert tips to get you started.

The year is in full swing and we’ve already seen a number of changes occur in the property management industry, with more inevitably to come. One area that is poised to see significant evolution is that of home owners associations. Being aware of what’s new and exciting in the HOA world can help you better respond and position your company for a strong, profitable future. Here are four main HOA trends to watch for over the coming months.

Using email is a no-brainer for most property management C-Suite executives. Problems come into play, however, when it comes to wording those emails so that they deliver the right message in the right tone and effectively get the point across.

Ever wish you had a GPS to help you navigate the rapidly evolving business realm? That way you’d know that every turn you took, every decision you made and every direction you headed would be correct. Unfortunately, it’s not this easy. In fact, without a navigational tool, finding your way in a world that is ever-changing can seem like a never-ending battle. Today’s property management leaders must develop and routinely re-calibrate their own internal compasses to help guide their decisions and enable them to keep their teams moving in the right direction.

As a property manager, maintenance requests are part of daily life. Even the best-kept property will inevitably require some type of attention from time to time, whether it’s a routine service call or an unexpected repair. Having a plan in advance for how you will handle these requests can minimize stress, move things along more efficiently and ensure that your tenants stay happy and loyal. If you haven’t yet done so, here’s a simple strategy to make the property maintenance process a breeze.

Building a team of qualified, dynamic and motivated individuals isn’t exactly an easy feat. In fact, hiring can be a huge challenge, particularly in the property management industry. Yet there are plenty of big players that have done an amazing job at snagging top talent. So, what’s their secret? The good news is, you don’t have to reinvent the wheel. You just have to follow their lead. Here are four ways you can get the best and the brightest to join your property management company.