Three Tips for Managing Multiple Properties.

Being a property manager is probably one of the most challenging careers out there. It requires the patience of a saint, the juggling skills of a circus performer, and the stamina of a professional athlete. At the end of the day, however, it is much like any other endeavor: challenges loom larger when we’re overwhelmed, and making some simple changes in our daily routine – and our attitude – can yield amazing results. Here are a few foundational things you can put in place for managing multiple properties that will help you excel at your job and keep your sanity.     Choose Your Partners Carefully. Whether you are part of a larger company or a solopreneur, working for a single principal or many tenants in a high rise, you will need a team of vendors and service providers who…

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Managing the Day-to-Day with estate management software.

In past posts we’ve covered the many ways in which using a single platform such as EstateSpace is critical to managing your estate – both now and in preparation for the future. However, managing the day-to-day with estate management software like EstateSpace, can also help with your daily schedule so that you are running your life rather than the other way around. This is not just about creating a calendar or a to-do list, but gaining a comprehensive overview that integrates all your data on people, tasks, and assets. Stepping into the driver’s seat: Our day-to-day can be overwhelming, and not just because of the big-ticket items like work projects and fitness regimens. In fact, it’s often the endless, cumulative minutiae that rob us of time and energy. The first step in getting this under control is to list…

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Estate Management is Stress Management.

Imagine a life in which you are surrounded by the most opulent luxury; the world is your office and your modes of commuting include private jets and yachts; you meet some of the most prominent people in every arena and dine on the finest cuisine… and you are paid a salary for it.Estate management is stress management. Such is the life of estate managers of ultra-high-net-worth individuals and, like any top-tier position, it is a mix of incredible perks and sometimes crushing stress. If you have or are considering a career in estate management, here is a glimpse into the level of dedication, stamina, and expertise needed to get to the upper echelon. A Curious Mind. Anyone being considered for such a position must have a resume that boasts both a stellar work history and a formal education such…

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