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Lease Admin Nightmares: Ep 10 – Emails in the Void
“The notice was sent. But we never saw it. And by the time we realized—it was already too late.“ The Setup: Communication by Default For years, landlord notices went to individual property contacts—usually the person who negotiated the…
Lease Admin Nightmares: Ep 9 – The Mystery of the Mismatched Square Footage
“It looked like just another annual increase—until we realized we were being charged for square footage we didn’t even have.“ The Setup: The Math Looked Right—Until It Didn’t Rent escalations are a fact of life. Ours had climbed steadil…
Lease Admin Nightmares: Ep 8 – What Lurked in the Numbers Nearly Buried Us
“What started as a routine audit turned into a full-blown investigation—and saved us more money than we ever expected.“ The Setup: A Standard Annual Review We reviewed landlord reconciliations every year, but mostly for show. This year,…
Lease Admin Nightmares: Ep 7 – Conflicting Clauses, Confused Payments
“One document said one thing. Another said the opposite. And our payments? A confusing mess that no one could explain.“ The Setup: A Simple Amendment—Or So We Thought The original lease was straightforward. Then came an amendment that a…
How Public Multifamily Market Data Keeps You Compliant and Competitive
Whether you’re a leasing agent or a multifamily executive, accurate market data is essential for smart decision-making. While many have previously relied on private sources to inform decision-making, using this type of multifamily data could ex…
Centralization in multifamily real estate: Challenges, opportunities, and the path forward
In multifamily real estate, centralization has emerged as a transformative strategy. From streamlining operations to enhancing resident experiences, the concept is reshaping how properties are managed and marketed. But, as with any major shift, centr…
What Is Office Wayfinding? A Guide to Smarter Workplace Navigation
In the past, workplace navigation was straightforward: desks were fixed, teams sat together, and floorplans rarely changed. Today, the landscape looks very different. Hybrid working, unassigned seating, and multi-building campuses mean that navigatin…
What is Fault Detection and Diagnostics (FDD) in Buildings?
In modern buildings, efficiency and reliability are everything. Whether it’s an office tower, hospital, or university campus, building systems like HVAC, lighting, and energy management must work seamlessly to deliver comfort, safety, and cost-effect…