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• Attracting a Millennial Tenant Base to your Property

  Lowes For Pros (Contributor)

  "Millennials are connected to larger social networks and will share positive rental experiences with Facebook friends and others in their networks," says Deborah Filice, President of the Institute of Housing Management in Toronto, Ont., and Director of Housing for the Corporation of the City of Brantford, Ont.

• Attracting a Millennial Tenant Base to your Property

  Lowes For Pros (Contributor)

  "Millennials are connected to larger social networks and will share positive rental experiences with Facebook friends and others in their networks," says Deborah Filice, President of the Institute of Housing Management in Toronto, Ont., and Director of Housing for the Corporation of the City of Brantford, Ont.

• All the Right Moves - Amenities That Keep Tenants in Place

  Lowes for Pros (Contributor)

  On the residential side, the bulk of desirable, green amenities still come in the form of a traditional washer and dryer; although Filice says the latest tenant wants are not-so-traditional. "Gone are the days when a laundry dryer choice of ‘cotton’ or ‘permanent press’ is acceptable," she quips. Beyond the usual energy efficient kitchen appliances and lighting, Filice adds that tenants are more likely to stay in buildings that have private security systems, scooter and bike storage facilities, marble and granite features, and clean, well-lit underground parking. An attached garage with an automatic door opener will also suffice, depending on the property. Additionally, property managers on both sides are paying attention to the changing needs of their tenant bases. For commercial managers, on-site daycare is in high demand as the Baby Boomer population retires and 20- and 30-something workers rise through the corporate ranks with children of their own. For residential managers, outfitting units for tenants who want to age in place — such as installing grab bars or door levers instead of knobs — will be a smart way to keep your tenants renewing their leases in the coming years.

• Attracting a Millennial Tenant Base to your Property

  Lowes For Pros (Contributor)

  "Millennials are connected to larger social networks and will share positive rental experiences with Facebook friends and others in their networks," says Deborah Filice, President of the Institute of Housing Management in Toronto, Ont., and Director of Housing for the Corporation of the City of Brantford, Ont.

• All the Right Moves - Amenities That Keep Tenants in Place

  Lowes for Pros (Contributor)

  On the residential side, the bulk of desirable, green amenities still come in the form of a traditional washer and dryer; although Filice says the latest tenant wants are not-so-traditional. "Gone are the days when a laundry dryer choice of ‘cotton’ or ‘permanent press’ is acceptable," she quips. Beyond the usual energy efficient kitchen appliances and lighting, Filice adds that tenants are more likely to stay in buildings that have private security systems, scooter and bike storage facilities, marble and granite features, and clean, well-lit underground parking. An attached garage with an automatic door opener will also suffice, depending on the property. Additionally, property managers on both sides are paying attention to the changing needs of their tenant bases. For commercial managers, on-site daycare is in high demand as the Baby Boomer population retires and 20- and 30-something workers rise through the corporate ranks with children of their own. For residential managers, outfitting units for tenants who want to age in place — such as installing grab bars or door levers instead of knobs — will be a smart way to keep your tenants renewing their leases in the coming years.

• Successful Lease Negotiations in Challenging Times

  Lowes For Pros (Contributor)

  Once a deal has been agreed to, ensure the understanding is crystal clear in the final lease document, says Deborah Filice, a property and building management instructor and President of the Institute of Housing Management (IHM). Details need to be spelled out to avoid any future doubt, confusion or hard feelings. "That lease agreement is really the document you should be referring to throughout the whole tenancy," says Filice. "If you don't get it right in the beginning, certainly you're going to pay in one way or another down the road."

• Attracting a Millennial Tenant Base to your Property

  Lowes For Pros (Contributor)

  "Millennials are connected to larger social networks and will share positive rental experiences with Facebook friends and others in their networks," says Deborah Filice, President of the Institute of Housing Management in Toronto, Ont., and Director of Housing for the Corporation of the City of Brantford, Ont.

• All the Right Moves - Amenities That Keep Tenants in Place

  Lowes for Pros (Contributor)

  On the residential side, the bulk of desirable, green amenities still come in the form of a traditional washer and dryer; although Filice says the latest tenant wants are not-so-traditional. "Gone are the days when a laundry dryer choice of ‘cotton’ or ‘permanent press’ is acceptable," she quips. Beyond the usual energy efficient kitchen appliances and lighting, Filice adds that tenants are more likely to stay in buildings that have private security systems, scooter and bike storage facilities, marble and granite features, and clean, well-lit underground parking. An attached garage with an automatic door opener will also suffice, depending on the property. Additionally, property managers on both sides are paying attention to the changing needs of their tenant bases. For commercial managers, on-site daycare is in high demand as the Baby Boomer population retires and 20- and 30-something workers rise through the corporate ranks with children of their own. For residential managers, outfitting units for tenants who want to age in place — such as installing grab bars or door levers instead of knobs — will be a smart way to keep your tenants renewing their leases in the coming years.

• Successful Lease Negotiations in Challenging Times

  Lowes For Pros (Contributor)

  Once a deal has been agreed to, ensure the understanding is crystal clear in the final lease document, says Deborah Filice, a property and building management instructor and President of the Institute of Housing Management (IHM). Details need to be spelled out to avoid any future doubt, confusion or hard feelings. "That lease agreement is really the document you should be referring to throughout the whole tenancy," says Filice. "If you don't get it right in the beginning, certainly you're going to pay in one way or another down the road."

• Develop a Tight Knit Apartment Community

  Lowes Contractor Services

  Develop a Tight-Knit Apartment Community For many prospective tenants, a great apartment with all the amenities isn’t enough to reel them in. Property managers should also consider developing and maintaining a strong apartment community to attract renters. Deborah Filice understands how the "buddy system" can play a pivotal role in developing a sense of community within an apartment complex. Filice, president of the Institute of Housing Management (IHM) in Toronto, says that—especially in senior residential communities—such a system can create a strong desirability among the type of tenants property managers want to attract.

• Attracting a Millennial Tenant Base to your Property

  Lowes For Pros (Contributor)

  "Millennials are connected to larger social networks and will share positive rental experiences with Facebook friends and others in their networks," says Deborah Filice, President of the Institute of Housing Management in Toronto, Ont., and Director of Housing for the Corporation of the City of Brantford, Ont.

• All the Right Moves - Amenities That Keep Tenants in Place

  Lowes for Pros (Contributor)

  On the residential side, the bulk of desirable, green amenities still come in the form of a traditional washer and dryer; although Filice says the latest tenant wants are not-so-traditional. "Gone are the days when a laundry dryer choice of ‘cotton’ or ‘permanent press’ is acceptable," she quips. Beyond the usual energy efficient kitchen appliances and lighting, Filice adds that tenants are more likely to stay in buildings that have private security systems, scooter and bike storage facilities, marble and granite features, and clean, well-lit underground parking. An attached garage with an automatic door opener will also suffice, depending on the property. Additionally, property managers on both sides are paying attention to the changing needs of their tenant bases. For commercial managers, on-site daycare is in high demand as the Baby Boomer population retires and 20- and 30-something workers rise through the corporate ranks with children of their own. For residential managers, outfitting units for tenants who want to age in place — such as installing grab bars or door levers instead of knobs — will be a smart way to keep your tenants renewing their leases in the coming years.

• Successful Lease Negotiations in Challenging Times

  Lowes For Pros (Contributor)

  Once a deal has been agreed to, ensure the understanding is crystal clear in the final lease document, says Deborah Filice, a property and building management instructor and President of the Institute of Housing Management (IHM). Details need to be spelled out to avoid any future doubt, confusion or hard feelings. "That lease agreement is really the document you should be referring to throughout the whole tenancy," says Filice. "If you don't get it right in the beginning, certainly you're going to pay in one way or another down the road."

• Develop a Tight Knit Apartment Community

  Lowes Contractor Services

  Develop a Tight-Knit Apartment Community For many prospective tenants, a great apartment with all the amenities isn’t enough to reel them in. Property managers should also consider developing and maintaining a strong apartment community to attract renters. Deborah Filice understands how the "buddy system" can play a pivotal role in developing a sense of community within an apartment complex. Filice, president of the Institute of Housing Management (IHM) in Toronto, says that—especially in senior residential communities—such a system can create a strong desirability among the type of tenants property managers want to attract.

• The Millennials Are Coming

  Rental Housing Business

  "Millennials are connected to larger social networks and will share positive rental experiences with Facebook friends and others in their networks,” says Deborah Filice, president of the Institute of Housing Management in Toronto, Ont., and director of housing for the Corporation of the City of Brantford, Ont. “Allowing this type of demographic into the building shows that it is a welcoming place that is hip and trendy. It can turn your building into the place to be.” (Follow Link to Full Article"

• Attracting a Millennial Tenant Base to your Property

  Lowes For Pros (Contributor)

  "Millennials are connected to larger social networks and will share positive rental experiences with Facebook friends and others in their networks," says Deborah Filice, President of the Institute of Housing Management in Toronto, Ont., and Director of Housing for the Corporation of the City of Brantford, Ont.

• All the Right Moves - Amenities That Keep Tenants in Place

  Lowes for Pros (Contributor)

  On the residential side, the bulk of desirable, green amenities still come in the form of a traditional washer and dryer; although Filice says the latest tenant wants are not-so-traditional. "Gone are the days when a laundry dryer choice of ‘cotton’ or ‘permanent press’ is acceptable," she quips. Beyond the usual energy efficient kitchen appliances and lighting, Filice adds that tenants are more likely to stay in buildings that have private security systems, scooter and bike storage facilities, marble and granite features, and clean, well-lit underground parking. An attached garage with an automatic door opener will also suffice, depending on the property. Additionally, property managers on both sides are paying attention to the changing needs of their tenant bases. For commercial managers, on-site daycare is in high demand as the Baby Boomer population retires and 20- and 30-something workers rise through the corporate ranks with children of their own. For residential managers, outfitting units for tenants who want to age in place — such as installing grab bars or door levers instead of knobs — will be a smart way to keep your tenants renewing their leases in the coming years.

• Successful Lease Negotiations in Challenging Times

  Lowes For Pros (Contributor)

  Once a deal has been agreed to, ensure the understanding is crystal clear in the final lease document, says Deborah Filice, a property and building management instructor and President of the Institute of Housing Management (IHM). Details need to be spelled out to avoid any future doubt, confusion or hard feelings. "That lease agreement is really the document you should be referring to throughout the whole tenancy," says Filice. "If you don't get it right in the beginning, certainly you're going to pay in one way or another down the road."

• Develop a Tight Knit Apartment Community

  Lowes Contractor Services

  Develop a Tight-Knit Apartment Community For many prospective tenants, a great apartment with all the amenities isn’t enough to reel them in. Property managers should also consider developing and maintaining a strong apartment community to attract renters. Deborah Filice understands how the "buddy system" can play a pivotal role in developing a sense of community within an apartment complex. Filice, president of the Institute of Housing Management (IHM) in Toronto, says that—especially in senior residential communities—such a system can create a strong desirability among the type of tenants property managers want to attract.

• The Millennials Are Coming

  Rental Housing Business

  "Millennials are connected to larger social networks and will share positive rental experiences with Facebook friends and others in their networks,” says Deborah Filice, president of the Institute of Housing Management in Toronto, Ont., and director of housing for the Corporation of the City of Brantford, Ont. “Allowing this type of demographic into the building shows that it is a welcoming place that is hip and trendy. It can turn your building into the place to be.” (Follow Link to Full Article"

• Do you Whistle While you Work?

  IHM News

  Each of us has our own definition of a healthy workplace and we should ask ourselves what our personal role is in creating a positive work culture. We can critically assess our workplace to ensure it is an environment of trust where words and behaviour are consistent.