Discourage Burglars from Residential Properties
In 2014, there were 1,532,127 burglary offenses, according to the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting. Over 73% of those offenses were residential. While some neighborhoods are more safe than others, as a property manager, you should never let your guard down. It’s important to always prevent and discourage theft no matter how “safe” your area is […]
Utilizing Modern Light Bulbs to AMP up your Security
A while back we wrote an article detailing the financial benefits of changing your light bulbs to new energy efficient bulbs. Aside from saving you watts of money on the electrical bill, did you know that your light bulbs could actually serve as an additional layer of security – keeping residents feeling safer and thus […]
Planned to Exhibit PMA’s PMExpo 2017
This Thursday, April 20th, Planned Companies will be exhibiting at PMA’s PMExpo for 2017. This is a great networking event for anyone looking to learn, grow and make connections within the property management industry. This year includes sports themes throughout the show as well as their keynote speaker Joe Theismann. Margaret Bicz, Director of Business […]
Spring Ahead with Allergy Prevention
Now that the spring weather is upon us, it’s time to spring ahead with allergy prevention! During this time of the year, it’s easy to get distracted by the beautiful outdoors. As a property manager, don’t forget that this is also the biggest time of the year for allergy issues. Here are a few tips […]
A Testimonial to Exceptional Customer Service
Today, we would like to share an outstanding testimonial on exceptional customer service that we recently received from Marsha Owens, the General Manager at 3900 Watson Place. “I want to let you know what great workers you have to represent your company in Yesinia and Guadalupe. I have broken down my observations of them in […]
Are Light Bulbs Costing your Property WATTS of Money?
As a property manager, you already know the importance of keeping high traffic areas and hallways properly lit. You know how effective it is to Prevent Slips and Falls in Office Buildings as well as keep theft issues at a minimum. While that’s all relevant to managing a property, one thing you may be losing track of is […]
Promote from Within | Clarissa Ungos
Planned Companies is proud to share this month’s Promote from Within featuring Clarissa Ungos. With 4+ years of Planned experience, Clarissa went from Concierge to Operations Manager for our Philadelphia region. She demonstrates exceptional customer service while delivering a positive and meaningful impact to everyone. We’re grateful to have her on our team of […]
Follow Up with the Snowstorm
Now that the snowstorm has come and gone, as a property manager, it’s important to start considering what to do next. Follow up with the snowstorm by reaching out to your staff and residents and make sure to keep everyone on the same page with safety precautions. Be aware of others potential hazards that may […]
Prevent Slips and Falls in Office Buildings
Did you know that each year, over 8 million emergency room visits are due to slips, trips and falls? These are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries. As a property manager, it’s important to look for ways to prevent slips and falls in office buildings from ever happening. With high hallway traffic from […]
Advice for Property Managers to Stay Updated in the Industry
There are new ideas, technology, organizations and programs in the Property Management industry that are being introduced every day. As a property manager, it’s important to stay on top of the latest trends and news as it can help you improve your property while also preventing problems before they even start. Here is some advice […]
The Benefits of Adding Security Personnel to Your Property
Peace of mind can be a tricky thing: Day by day, there are multitudes of seemingly random events which can make a largely negative impact on our quality of life. Like the award-winning book series, ‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’, the last thing a property manager wants to have to deal with is just that, […]
What Can a Concierge Do for You?
What Can a Concierge Do for You? With so many projects and responsibilities as a property manager, it’s easy to overlook why a concierge or front desk personnel can be so important. Although a concierge is not for everyone, it’s not a bad idea to look into some of the benefits of having one. Here […]
Preventing Parking Lot Nightmares
During this time of year, one of the biggest concerns that you may have as a property manager is maintaining a clean and safe parking area for your residents and guests. Slip-and-fall accidents can happen quite often if you do not keep up on maintaining the area. Here are a few tips on preventing any […]
4 Ways to Improve as a Property Manager
One of the Core Values that Planned Companies instills in each of our associates is to never be complacent. As a Property Manager, it’s paramount in learning new ways to grow your community while also continuing to deliver an outstanding experience to all of your residents and guests. Here are four essential ways to improving […]
Lobby Safety During the Winter
So here we are in the middle of winter and the weather hasn’t been too bad… yet. Don’t let this odd weather trick you into thinking that spring is already here. As a property manager, it’s important to stay on your feet and be prepared for any snow storms and blizzards. One of the best […]
3 Ways to Communicate with your Residents
As a property manager, communication is one of the biggest factors in keeping residents happy and aware of everything that may be going on in and around the property. Not everyone feels comfortable going out of their way to share how they feel at times which can lead to anger or resentment. Keeping a clear […]
How to Protect Your Property from Protesters
The idea of protesting has been around for years. We’ve seen everything from peaceful protesters to violent riots. Although these events are not often, as a property manager, it’s always good to be prepared for events such as these. You never know when your property could be at risk. Here are a few ways to […]
How to Improve Building Safety and Security – 5 Tips that can keep you safe!
As a building owner or property manager, you are most likely growing more concerned with your tenants’ safety these days due to all of the reports relating to increased crime rates. Here are a few tips to help you improve your building safety: Install motion detector lights and Prowlers will be less likely to invade […]
Sweet Treats for Your Residents this Summer
School’s out for summer, but summer recess shouldn’t just be for kids. Add some sunshine to your residents’ daily routines with these simple (and affordable!) suggestions below: Tickle Their Tastebuds: Frozen Fun: Kids of all ages (we’re talking toddlers to seniors) all scream for ice cream, so treat their sweet tooth by arranging a weekly […]
Affordable Amenities That Amp Up Your Outdoor Space
Are you fully taking advantage of your outdoor potential when it comes to amenities? You don’t need to spend a lot of money or have a lot of space to offer outdoor luxuries to your tenants. If you have any of the following common areas, you already have a solid foundation to treat your residents […]