Posts by Melan Property Management
What Is Viable Sustainability?
At Melan Property Management, our mission is to deliver viable sustainability economically, socially, and environmentally to our clients and their tenants in every asset we manage. Our corporate governance lens is focused on building economic, social, and environmental strategies that build sustainable communities in which we live, work and play. We believe these building blocks…
Read MoreShould Landlords Accept Bitcoin For Rent?
Bitcoin is becoming more-widely recognized as a legitimate currency. So, it begs the question: Should landlords accept Bitcoin for rent payment? We will walk you through what Bitcoin is, and give you some insight that will hopefully help you decide. What Is Bitcoin? Bitcoin is a digital currency, or cryptocurrency, that you can buy, sell…
Read MoreTouchpoint Cleaning: Protecting Your Buildings Against the Delta Variant
Cleaning and disinfecting a retail space has always been important, but not nearly as important as it is today. Especially with the new Delta Variant threatening new lockdowns in some areas. Many retail stores were forced to be closed for months at a time during the beginning of the pandemic, and some closed for good.…
Read More4 Essential Ingredients To Building A Successful Tech Hub
Technology is crucial to just about every aspect of life these days, but especially where business is concerned. Most jobs rely on at least some form of technology, making it one of the most sought-after focuses of education. What’s unfortunate, however, is the lack of technological “hubs” in many areas across the country. Creating and…
Read MoreHow To Help Your Residents Bounce Back After Being Laid Off
Being laid off from a job can be devastating, especially if you aren’t sure where you will go next. Unfortunately, layoffs ran rampant in the last year, putting millions of people without a job, and many facing evictions. This not only hurts the families, but you as a landlord. Now that many areas of the…
Read MoreLooking To The Future Renters: Generation Z
Building a sustainable community and future includes more than just incorporating clean, energy-efficient appliances and practices. A sustainable community means your property will last for years, as well as be desirable to future generations. In this blog post we will explore how to manage today to prepare for the future generations, including Generation Z. Who…
Read MoreTips On How Landlords Can Avoid Eviction
It’s no secret that America is experiencing an unprecedented eviction crisis that is slowly sweeping across the country. Over 350,000 evictions have been filed across the country to date. Where will all of these renters go? Understanding landlord’s plight to pay the lender and their shareholders is noteworthy, but renters don’t share empathy for landlords.…
Read MoreWhat Is An Emergency Action Plan & Why Is It Important?
Being a property owner comes with risks, no matter the type of property you own. When you own commercial real estate however, you always need to be prepared for whatever may come your way, at any time, of any day. To help with this, every property should have a detailed Emergency Action Plan in place.…
Read More9 Emergencies Property Owners Should Prepare For
There are several types of emergencies that can occur at your place of business. Whether it’s a fire, medical emergency, severe weather event, armed disturbance, or something else, property owners and managers need to be prepared to protect their investment, as well as any employees, tenants, or customers. Today we will be covering 9 emergencies…
Read MoreTop 3 Reasons To Market A Healthy Building Environment
A healthy work environment is of utmost importance these days, and that likely will not change any time soon. No matter the type of building you own or manage, if you are trying to keep or gain tenants, marketing a healthy environment should be at the top of your to-do list. Here are the top…
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