December 06, 2017 SHARE Since 1980, Pinnacle has focused on providing exemplary customer satisfaction to their residents. Stressing that an apartment is not just a place to live, but a community, Pinnacle has created an atmosphere where over 95% of their residents express a high level of…

There aren’t any train tracks leading into the woods, but that didn't stop the arrival of this caboose cabin in the middle of a forest. Now for just $84,900, you can own this former train car and its surrounding 89 acres in Verona, NY . Built in 1949, this caboose is the only lodging on the…

Millennials are quickly ascending in the world of real estate, taking out the greatest share of all new mortgages and buying up the most homes in the lower price tiers—but they're taking on way more debt to do it, according to a new analysis of mortgage origination data from Optimal Blue by…

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When you purchased that hot tub, you never considered what might happen if you needed to move it to a different spot. It’s large, heavy, unwieldy, and has so many little parts that you don’t want to break — is it a job for five of your strongest friends, or should you hire movers to do the job?…

December 05, 2017 SHARE Hot off the presses, Updater officially released its annual moving destinations report ranking the top 15 moving destinations in the U.S. for 2017. There’s some juicy findings, with Washington, D.C. topping the list as the most moved-to destination. Across the country, we’re…

Tired of crime? Yearning to live in an ultrasafe city? Well, it may be time to pull up roots and move to New England, my friends. Nashua, NH, was named the safest city in America by personal finance website WalletHub. This city on the New Hampshire–Massachusetts border, about an hour north of…

For better or worse, your upcoming move will introduce a large number of changes in your life – some of them you will surely enjoy, others you won’t particularly like. Once the residential move becomes a fact, you should have sufficient time to figure out the best way to adapt to the new…

If you’re planning a cross-country move in the near future, you may be having visions of redecorating, exploring your new town, and all the wonderful opportunities that come with a fresh start. But how will you get yourself from point A to point B? Well, there’s that car… We’ve explained all the…

December 04, 2017 SHARE The leadership brokerages show by getting involved in their community is on display more than ever during the holiday season. By organizing donations or making contributions to local charities, your brokerage can make a difference when it counts the most. As a brokerage, you…

Once the highest-paid university athletic director in the country, Shawn Eichorst was sacked by the University of Nebraska in September. While a head coach is usually the first to be fired when a team lays an egg, Eichorst was let go after a particularly galling loss by the football team to Northern…

So you need to get your car from one side of the ocean… to the other. Where do you even begin? We’ve compiled the ultimate guide to shipping your car overseas not only to give you a starting point but to ensure you don’t miss any steps. From start to finish, here is what it takes to send a car…

A one-of-a-kind home with a rich history has landed on the market in Connecticut. “It’s not like anything else that we see out here,” says listing agent Cathy VanTornhout of Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties . Listed for $2.6 million , the Cape Dutch –style mansion in Fairfield was built in…

We’re always impressed with the myriad of ways that apartment communities give back to their local communities each year. With such a wealth of generosity, you — as a multifamily property — have amazing potential to make a big difference in your neighborhood. During the holiday season, local…

Called one of the " most colorful characters " in the ongoing Justice Department investigation into ties between President Donald Trump and Russia, real estate developer Felix Sater is now selling his home in Sands Point, NY, for just under $2.5 million. The four-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 3,600-square-foot…

Your idea of a dream home probably doesn’t include rats scurrying around your kitchen cabinets or cockroaches playing hide and seek in your bathroom. But sadly, just because you don’t see any critters during an open house doesn’t mean they’re not there. “Professionals are your best bet in…

Proprietors once discouraged tips at their restaurants because they were associated with a payment to the server for extra food or drink—which would go into the server’s pocket, while the proprietor would be out the cost of the food! When alcohol was made illegal during Prohibition in 1919, however,…

November 27, 2017 SHARE Delivering exceptional customer service has been a core pillar of Greystar since its inception in 1993. Consistently focusing on the importance of doing things the right way, Greystar team members work hard every day to deliver world-class services to residents. Known for…

"How to remove a popcorn ceiling" is one of those questions you'll ponder if, well, you find yourself afflicted with popcorn ceilings—a home decor trend which had its heyday in the 1950s and '60s but has since fallen far out of favor. If you dream of smoothing over that unsightly, bumpy texture, you…

So you’ve decided you’re done with awesome bagels and crowded subway cars- the time has come for some gluten-free tacos and traffic. Congratulations! In moving from New York to Los Angeles, you’re basically making a quantum leap. What awaits you on the other side is a whole new world, not just a…

When he was in college, Greg Jennings faced a life-changing decision. He was following his passion for architecture while studying at Western Michigan University. But the coursework was getting in the way of football. So he switched majors to focus on his game, eventually playing 10 years in the…

Will a buyer finally fill up “Full House” star Dave Coulier ’s home on the market? The Encino, CA , estate is back up for sale—this time for $1.95 million. The 58-year-old voice actor and stand-up comedian has listed his modern two-story multiple times since first buying it for $990,000 in 2001. He…

What would life be like with no rent? No mortgage payment? Pretty good, as it turns out. Nowadays, 11 million Americans spend half their income on rent , and that doesn’t include the millions of homeowners similarly overstretched. But for anyone looking to find a different path, house hacking comes…

There are so many different phases to the real estate investing life—getting started, establishing your business, scaling up, and being a leader in the industry. Luckily for us, there are people who have already done those things all around us. Real estate mentors can be found anywhere , but why do…

Rewind 20 years. What did renters look like back then? If you thought of the cast of Friends (but poorer), you weren’t wrong. Historically, renters have been young and single, with low to mid incomes and typically less education than their home-owning counterparts. But, over the past decade, while…

You’ve heard that the West Coast is the best coast, and you’re ready to go put that idiom to the test. Moving to California? Here are the 10 best places to live in the Golden State, with a little something for every taste. Los Angeles When it’s frigid in Chicago and San Francisco is chilly and grey,…

In order to be a successful real estate investor – at least in the beginning stages – most people need access to outside capital in order to finance deals. While this isn’t a problem for many investors, it can be a point of contention for those with bad credit. If you fall into this latter category,…

We live in an era where there are so many options for every choice we make — and renting a moving truck is no different. U-Haul is a prevalent name in the moving truck industry, and you may be considering renting one of their trucks or trailers for your upcoming relocation — so we broke down…

Jennifer Liepen and Sandy Patch own a $345,000 house in Jersey City that they’ve never lived in — which might not be so unusual, except for the fact that they don’t have any other home. “We’re nomads,” Patch told The Post. “[We’re] moving to where resources are at any given time.” Instead, the…

Let’s all raise a red cup to this spectacular Scottsdale, AZ, home that’s on the market for $12.5 million. Built in 1997, the property was the second home of Robert Leo Hulseman , inventor of the red Solo Cup, the ubiquitous vessel of beverages at college parties, tailgates, and picnics. Hulseman,…

Owning the best toilet plunger doesn't really seem that relevant—that is, until you actually need it. With a clogged toilet just centimeters from spilling over, the last thing you'll want to do is run to the hardware store, especially on Brown Friday (the day after Thanksgiving, a.k.a. the busiest…

There are generally two schools of thought in real estate: invest for appreciation or invest for cash flow (or both). Those who invest for appreciation take a chance on a property, hoping its value will increase over time. The rents are generally just covering costs. Those who invest for cash flow,…

Checking Into the Big Apple: What Makes NYC Movers Special Choosing the right moving company is no small feat, whether you’ve found a new apartment or are helping your office switch to a new location. While you may have experienced moving in the past, it’s not something that people do regularly.…

So you’ve been reading about the wealth, glory, and life of ease enjoyed by large-scale multifamily owners/syndicators, and you wonder how you can join their club. You know who I mean. You watch him cruise by in his Tesla. You know he’ll be toking a big Cuban cigar and barking out orders to his…

After you’ve been out and about the city of Tempe, AZ, all day long — and there’s a lot of out and about to be had — it’s time to cozy up to the bar for a drink and an opportunity to meet some new friends. Moving to Tempe has a lot to offer, and meeting the locals is the best way to find those…

"What happens if I have a lien on my house?" is a question you might face when it comes time to sell your place. Basically, it means that before this transaction can go through, you'll have to deal with this lien, which is placed on property by entities that claim you owe them money. Here's…

You’re a Big City kind of person. You love the buzz of activity, the abundance of culture, the rich variety of living with so many people, and the 24-hour burrito joints. If you’re considering an upgrade by moving to one of the largest cities in the US, we’ve done the research for you. Here they…

Buildium Free Trial Buy now Blog Accounting & Bookkeeping Buildium Software News Growing Your Business Industry News & Events Legal Concerns Maintaining Your Properties Resident Retention Tech & Sustainability This week in property management news: November 20, 2017 Industry News & Events How to…

The most successful real estate agents and brokers thrive under the pressure of a challenging client. When a difficult client poses a problem, an agent's response needs to be well thought out and tactful. Ultimately, top-notch agents and brokers know how to identify underlying problems and make the…

Being “rich” is a lot more conceptual than you think. If your vision of wealth is Scrooge McDuck swimming through a sea of gold coins, think again. (You probably grew up in the ‘80s like me.) Your wealth isn’t a suitcase full of cash, a huge diamond you wear around your neck, or a hidden vault…