5 Annoying Aspects of Homeownership That Can Be Solved with Property Management Solutions

For decades homeownership was the ultimate goal of most Americans, who viewed it not only as a sign of financial stability but an important milestone like getting married and starting a family.  More recently, especially after the Great Recession, people started to wonder if owning a home was more of an albatross than a life raft. There are good arguments on both sides, but one thing is clear: like most things in life, homeownership is a tradeoff. You have dominion over your space, until the Home Owners Association gripes about the non-native shrubs you planted in the yard. You love the original eighteen-century fireplace, until an obstruction of the chimney draws smoke into the living room on frigid winter night. No matter what else is going on in your life, if there is a problem at home you have…

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Dynamic property management solutions keeping our homes safe.

Remember when we were kids and snow days were something to celebrate?  Better yet, remember this time last year, when being forced to stay home from the office for almost any reason would have been an answered prayer? Now that’s last thing anyone wants, especially since our bosses and teachers can beam into our space via video chat. In the Northeast, this week’s snowstorm brought yet another layer of disruption to daily life – especially in New York City, where the largest snowfall since 2016 led to a mass transit fiasco and a two-day suspension of COVID vaccinations.   For property management companies and others responsible for keeping our homes safe, storms always make a tough job exponentially harder.  Even the smallest untended detail suddenly becomes a potential disaster that could cause tens of thousands in damages and likely…

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Home Inventory

Creating a comprehensive home inventory isn't just smart planning – it's essential protection for your clients' wealth. Let's be honest: you've probably advised clients to update their insurance coverage or review their investment portfolios. However, when did you last discuss the valuable assets sitting in their homes every day?   Here's what most asset managers don't realize: a proper home inventory can be the difference between a manageable insurance claim and a financial nightmare. Furthermore, it often reveals hidden wealth that significantly impacts overall portfolio allocation.   Why Your Clients Need Home Inventory Documentation Now   You know this scenario: a client calls after a house fire, burglary, or natural disaster, frantically trying to remember what they owned for the insurance claim. Without proper documentation, they're essentially negotiating blind with adjusters who have every incentive to minimize payouts.  …

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