How to Make a Multi-family Unit Less Cookie-cutter
Just because a multi-family apartment building has more than one family in it doesn’t mean that they all want the same thing when it comes to housing. The question is, how to make your rental property more appealing? There are different ways to make your building more comfortable and attractive for its residents. What you […]
Maintaining Balconies in Multi-family Apartment Units
When you have balconies on your multi-family apartment units, keeping them in tip-top shape is a priority. Because they need to be maintained and cared for to look their best and stay safe for your tenants to use. Also, balconies can be an added point of value when you’re renting out your apartment, and keeping […]
What is a Multi-family Dwelling?
A multi-family dwelling can be several buildings in one complex or several housing units in one building. So it can be an apartment building, a condo or even a cohousing project. And when an owner of a property decides to undergo multifamily construction for tenant use, he could have any of these properties he’s working […]
What to do After a Fire at Your Investment Property
Fires can be catastrophic events at any property. When you own a multi-family investment property, you have a number of concerns that you’ll need to address. Is anyone injured? How extensive is the fire damage? Is there water damage from fire rescue efforts? Is any of the property recoverable? These concerns can seem overwhelming after […]
The Importance of Good and Efficient Site Lighting
Good lighting makes your multi-family unit considerably safer. Cars will be able to see pedestrians more easily which cuts down on accidents. Residents will feel more at ease walking in a well-lit area at night. Insufficient lighting makes the area seem dangerous. Good lighting will help attract and retain tenants. It can also cut down […]
Flipping Units for New Tenants
When a tenant moves out of a unit, it’s a good idea to do some renovations to the unit to prepare for new residents. You want new residents to be pleased with the unit when they move in. Many property owners work with a multi-family construction company to handle many aspects of their buildings. You […]
Emergency Repairs
When you own a multi-family property, emergencies can come along at any time. Weather is a common cause of emergency problems. Hail, high winds and ice can damage roofs, siding, windows and stairs. Sidewalks walks can crack and gutters can fall. Fences can be damaged by a number of factors including car damage and storms. […]
Prioritizing Repairs after a Major Storm
Major storms can have a devastating effect on properties. Multi-family property owners have special concerns. They need to get their properties back in shape quickly to protect tenants and attract new residents. Commercial construction projects can be overwhelming, especially after major storm damage. Working with an experienced commercial construction company can help make the process […]
Getting a Reliable, Thorough Estimate
A commercial construction project is an expensive venture. Commercial construction is complicated and includes a variety of factors such as worker skill and availability, material prices and insurance costs. There are additional issues to consider in multi-family construction projects. Renovations and upgrades may need to be staggered over time for the convenience of residents. You […]