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APRIL MAY MAGAZINE Blog Spring Cleaning
Spring is in the air! After a long, coldwinter, the snow has finally melted, thebirds are singing, and the flowers arestarting to bloom. As a propertymanagement company, spring is animportant time of year for us. It's a time to freshen up your propertyand get ready for the busy season ahead.So, let's dive into some tips to help makethe most of spring!Clean, clean, cleanSpring cleaning isn't just for homes – it'sfor properties too! Now is the time for adeep clean, both inside and out. Sweepthe sidewalks, power wash the buildingexteriors, and wash the windows. Inside,dust and vacuum thoroughly, and don'tforget to sanitize high-touch surfaces likedoorknobs and light switches. A cleanproperty not only looks better, but it alsopromotes good health and safety forresidents and guests.Get landscaping in orderSpring is the perfect time to get thelandscaping in order. Whether you havea small courtyard or a large lawn, a littlebit of maintenance can go a long way.Trim back overgrown bushes and trees,plant new flowers, and lay fresh mulch. Awell-kept landscape can boost curbappeal and make your property moreattractive to potential residents.Check for winter damageWinter weather can be harsh onbuildings and outdoor structures. Take awalk around your property and check forany damage caused by snow, ice, orfreezing temperatures. Look for cracksin pavement or concrete, damage toroofs or gutters, and broken outdoorfixtures like lights or benches.Addressing these issues early canprevent further damage and keep yourproperty looking its best.5 T I P S T O G E T Y O U R P R O P E R T YR E A D Y F O R S P R I N G
Prep for outdoor amenitiesAs the weather warms up, residents willwant to take advantage of outdooramenities like patios, decks, and grillingareas. Make sure these areas are clean,safe, and ready for use. Clean the grills,add fresh cushions to outdoor furniture,and ensure that any safety features likerailings or fencing are in good condition.Update marketing materialsFinally, spring is a great time to updateyour marketing materials. Take newphotos of your property in its springtimeglory, and update your website and socialmedia accounts with fresh content.Consider creating a spring-themedmarketing campaign to attract newresidents and highlight the benefits ofliving in your property during thisbeautiful time of year.Spring is a time of renewal and growth,and it's the perfect opportunity tofreshen up your properties and attractnew residents. By following these tips,you'll be well on your way to a successfulspring season!
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DETROIT – April 11, 2023 – Kathryn NelsonThe Exchange Building being built via the LIFTbuildmethodology in downtown Detroit’s Greektownneighborhood took home the 2023 CoStar ImpactAward for Best New Multifamily Development. CoStar’sImpact Awards highlight the commercial real estatetransactions and projects that have transformed themarket over the past year. The winners of CoStarImpact Awards are chosen by independent panels ofindustry professionals.Exchange is a 16-story residential tower that includes153 residential units, 12 for-sale condominiums, andground level opportunities for innovative office and retailconcepts totaling 166,000 SF. Apartment homes arelocated on floors two through 14 with condominiumresidences on floors 15 and 16. It has set aside 20% ofits units for affordable housing. Exchange is the firstresidential development in Greektown in over 60 years.Tenant move-in is slated for this summer.The Exchange Building generated a lot of buzz aroundtown last year due to its unconventional look duringconstruction. The building’s appearance is strikingbecause it is being built with LIFTbuild technology,which utilizes a first-of-its-kind construction method inthe United States to construct the building from the topdown. A LIFTbuild structure consists of concrete structuralspines and steel-framed floor plates. All roof and floorplate assemblies on a LIFTbuild project are done atground level before being lifted to final position andlocked into place. Efficiencies achieved by LIFTbuild’svertical manufacturing approach provide a much saferand more controlled environment for the tradespeoplethat perform the work and could help solve the housingsupply crisis that has plagued the country by increasingthe speed at which developments are designed andconstructed.CoStar’s Impact Award for Best New MultifamilyDevelopment is a high honor as CoStar is the premierprovider of marketing services for the commercial realestate industry in several countries in North Americaand Europe.
EOTMEMPLOYEES OF THE MONTHA P R I L / M A Y "Keesha has been doing an excellent jobin her new role as Regional PropertySupervisor handling multiple issues withprofessionalism and knowledge." -Michael Schocker "Year after year, Margaret shows everyonethat she is a perfect fit for her job byconsistently attaining the highest occupancyand collection goals in our company.Margaret is a shining star and very deservingof this recognition." -John Elliott"Martha's years of dedication andknowledge make her a huge asset toFourmidable. We appreciate all shedoes for us day to day." -Michael SchockerKeesha ShultsMargaret TuckerMartha DayRegional Property SupervisorResident Manager - Alton Place"Paula is always on top of it and goes aboveand beyond to figure things out every day.She is wonderful at communicating andalways has a positive attitude! She is truly aray of sunshine!"-Dana MeyerPaula BullisHuman ResourcesResident Manager - Romulus HC
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