Journal of Property Management

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Be kind whenever possible.(QUOTABLES)
"Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible." --TENZIN GYATSO, THE 14TH DALAI LAMA, TIBETAN LEADER . . .

Praise out of season.(QUOTABLES)
"Praise out of season, or tactlessly bestowed, can freeze the heart as much as blame." --PEARL S. BUCK, AMERICAN NOVELIST . . .

Boredom.(QUOTABLES)
"Boredom: the desire for desires." --LEO TOLSTOY, RUSSIAN NOVELIST . . .

A great many people.(QUOTABLES)
"A great many people think that polysyllables are a sign of intelligence." --BARBARA WALTERS, AMERICAN JOURNALIST . . .

So it's been kind of a long road.(QUOTABLES)
"So it's been kind of a long road, but it was a good journey altogether." --SIDNEY POITIER, AMERICAN ACTOR . . .

I believe in the greatness.(QUOTABLES)
"I believe in the greatness of our democracy." --CHEN SHUIBIAN, FORMER TAIWANESE PRESIDENT . . .

Long stormy spring-time.(QUOTABLES)(Brief article)
"Long stormy spring-time, wet contentious April, winter chilling the lap of very May; but at length the season of summer does come." --THOMAS CARLYLE, SCOTTISH PHILOSOPHER . . .

Search me.(INDUSTRY NEWS & NOTES)(Website overview)(List)
www.waterwiser.org Waterwiser.org is a comprehensive resource on water conservation, efficiency and management. The Web site provides news, information, research results, discussion forums, refere . . .

Fast facts.(INDUSTRY NEWS & NOTES)(Brief article)
There are THREE GOLF BALLS sitting on the MOON. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In Holland, you can be fined for not using a SHOPPING BASKET at a grocery store. FROZEN LOBSTERS can come back to life wh . . .

Juggling act maintain diligence when managing projects and properties.(HIGHER GROUND)
AS PROPERTY MANAGERS, WE ARE OFTEN PULLED IN MANY DIRECTIONS AND ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR MANY HATS-PROJECT MANAGER, COUNSELOR, FINANCIAL CONSULTANT, MARKETING DIRECTOR ... THE LIST GOES ON. MANAGING SE . . .

Stay on message focus marketing efforts by knowing your target audience.(MARKETING SOLUTIONS)
ONE KEY ASPECT OF YOUR JOB AS A REAL ESTATE MANAGER IS TO ATTRACT TENANTS TO YOUR COMMERCIAL BUILDING, RETAIL CENTER OR APARTMENT SITE. TO DO THAT, YOU MUST FOCUS YOUR MESSAGE FOR YOUR TARGET MARKET . . .

Dialing for dollars controlling thermostats and temperatures produces low-cost energy savings.(GREEN SCENE)
JUST A SINGLE DEGREE CHANGE CAN SHARPLY AFFECT THE AMOUNT OF ENERGY YOU USE and the dollars you spend. Your buildings can experience energy savings between 2 to 4 percent, per degree by which set te . . .

IREM members prepare for the 2009 Capitol Hill visit day.(IN SESSION)(Institute of Real Estate Management)(Brief article)(Confer
CAPITOL HILL VISIT DAY WILL TAKE PLACE ON APRIL 22, 2009, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE IREM LEADERSHIP AND LEGISLATIVE SUMMIT. IREM and CCIM Institute Members will have the opportunity to meet with their . . .

Stimulus proposals take aim at climate change.(IN SESSION)
An issue that has gained traction in Congress and attention from President Obama is climate change. Although this issues was recently put on the back burner due to the current financial crisis, curb . . .

2009 legislative outlook: Taxes and energy conservation.(IN SESSION)(Brief article)
Climate change and green buildings legislation are expected to be high on the agenda of the 111th Congress and the new administration. IREM will continue to push for market-driven incentives, rather . . .

Jewel of the desert distinct history and architecture make the Biltmore Resort an icon in Arizona.(Boca Resorts Inc.)
With a rich history and one-of-a-kind artistry, the Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa in Phoenix offers guests more than golf courses and pools. The resort is, in fact, a tribute to Frank Lloyd Wright . . .

Tropical opportunities: Hawaii still a bright spot despite overall U.S. economic downturn.(REGIONAL OUTLOOK)
Hawaii, America's 50th state, has long been blessed with gorgeous weather and beautiful scenery. But as the U.S. economy plunges into a deep recession, Hawaii is showing off yet another attractive f . . .

Curb appeal on a budget: creative landscaping solutions can boost a property's appeal without breaking the bank.
everyone knows that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover. However, property managers know first impressions are important: A property's physical appearance--it's "cover"--is what initially draws . . .

Minority report: U.S. population shift spurs increased cultural awareness from property managers.
IN 1977 when Barbara Holland, CPM[R] and president of H&L Realty and Management Co. in Las Vegas, began working as a property manager in that Nevada town, English served her everyday needs. Lately s . . .

Rent resolutions for a weak economy: IREM Member reveals ways to work with commercial tenants in hard times.(Institute of Real E
many commercial tenants encounter financial challenges during a weak economy and some will have trouble keeping their rent Current. Retail tenants are among the first businesses to suffer when the e . . .

In the mix: versatile management of mixed-income communities can revitalize neighborhoods.
IT WAS ELECTION DAY AND PROPERTY MANAGER MICHELE HITE'S OFFICE AT CHANNELWOOD VILLAGE WAS FIELDING CALL AFTER CALL FROM PEOPLE ASKING WHERE TO VOTE. In previous years, Channelwood had a polling pl . . .

Capitol investment: IREM Member shares rewards & insights from her Capitol Hill visit days.(Essay)
I don't know about you right at this moment, but I'm contemplating what shoes I'm going to take to Capitol Hill Visit Day with IREM in April! Yes, I really am. And do you know why? Quite simply beca . . .

Palm TX.(GADGETS)(Brief article)
PDAS ARE EXCELLENT TOOLS FOR REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS WHO WANT TO ORGANIZE THEIR CALENDARS, APPOINTMENTS AND CONTACTS. THESE HANDHELD DEVICES ALSO ALLOW USERS TO BROWSE THE WEB, CHECK E- . . .

Hewlett packard iPAQ HX2750.(GADGETS)(Brief article)
HEWLETT PACKARD IPAQ HX2750 The HP iPAQ hx2750 is a powerful PDA featuring a fast, Intel 624MHz processor with Wireless SpeedStep and Wireless MMX technology to optimize battery life and performance . . .

Pharos traveler GPS 535V.(GADGETS)(Brief article)
PHAROS TRAVELER GPS 535V The Pharos Traveler GPS 535v is a compact, Windows Mobile-based PDA with a 3.5 inch display screen. Its 624 MHz processor speeds through tasks, while built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetoo . . .

Know your IREM Code of Professional Ethics.(Institute of Real Estate Management)
JUST LIKE THE LANGUAGE IN A WELL-WRITTEN CONTRACT THAT IT REFERS TO, THE LANGUAGE IN ARTICLE 6 OF IREM'S CODE OF PROFESSIONAL ETHICS IS VERY CLEAR AND UNDERSTANDABLE. Any written contract between . . .

Ethics boards active at IREM 2008 fall meetings.(INSIDE IREM)(Insititute of Real Estate Management)(Conference notes)
The Board of Ethical Inquiry reviewed two new complaints. While the party filing the first complaint decided to withdraw it, the Board reviewed the complaint as required by the Statement of Policies . . .

Membership figures.(INSIDE IREM)(Table)
HERE ARE THE YEAR-END MEMBERSHIP NUMBERS, FOR 2008, INCLUDING ALL MEMBERSHIP TYPES FOR THE UNITED STATES AND INTERNATIONAL CHAPTERS: CPM MEMBERS 8,705 CPM CANDIDATES 3,501 ARM MEM . . .

On the road.(Institute of Real Estate Management's conferences)(Calendar)
MARCH 5 Dallas Chapter No. 14 Location: Dallas, Texas Visiting Officer: Ron Goss. Secretary/Treasurer [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MARCH 10 Central Florida Chapter No. 60 Location: Orlando . . .

AMO spotlight.(Transwestern Commercial Services)(Interview)
LYLA GAMBOW. CPM, IS SENIOR VICE PRESI DENT OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR TRANSWESTERN'S DENVER OFFICE. Transwestern is an AMO firm that offers fully integrated real estate services for a broad range o . . .

2010 national officers & regional vice presidents nominees slated.(INSIDE IREM)(Brief article)
THE IREM NOMINATING COMMITTEE HAS ANNOUNCED ITS SLATE OF NOMINEES FOR 2010 NATIONAL OFFICERS TO SERVE WITH 2010 PRESIDENT O. RANDALL WOODBURY, CPM [R], OF SALT LAKE CITY. THEY ARE: President-elect . . .

In memoriam.(Richard Turner Luesing Sr.)(In memoriam)(Brief article)
IN MEMORIAM: RICHARD (SMOKEY) TURNER LUESING, SR., CPM[R], 63, passed away December 1, 2008. Luesing was co-founder and principal of Primus Realty Advisers in Louisville, Ky., with his wife Janet. H . . .

Course listings.(Inside IREM)(Calendar)
INSIDE IREM COURSE LISTINGS MARCH ASM603 March Cincinnati RES201 March 23-28 Rockwell, Md. 2-3 ASM603 March Baltimore MNT402 March 24-25 Atlanta 2-3 ASM60 . . .

Course codes key.(INSIDE IREM)
ARMEXM // ARM Certification Exam ASM603 // Investment Real Estate Financing and Valuation - Part One ASM604 // Investment Real Estate Financing and Valuation - Part Two ASM605 // Investment Re . . .

Awards & recognition.
ROSE EVANS, CPM[R] and vice president of property management for Levin, received the Community Service Award from IREM New Jersey Chapter No. 1, an honor bestowed only twice in IREM's history. The a . . .

Career moves.(Chuck Beymer joined Beedie Group)(Brief article)
CHUCK BEYMER, CPM has joined the Beedie Group in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, as director of operations. He now manages a commercial and industrial portfolio of over 100 properties comprising . . .

JPM articles translated for international members.(Journal of Property Management )
IREM translates one article from each issue of Journal of Property Management into multiple languages to serve our members throughout the world. You can find the translations of the article "Navigat . . .

Landing the deals.(Divaris Real Estate Inc.)(Brief article)
DIVARIS REAL ESTATE IN VIRGINIA BEACH, VA., WHICH COMPRISES DIVARIS MANAGEMENT CORP., AMO[R], MADE THE FOLLOWING TRANSACTIONS: * It [eased 5,792 square feet of office space in Hampton Roads Resear . . .

IREM charts new course in sustainability.(Institute of Real Estate Management)(Brief article)
In May 2009 IREM will offer a new Sustainable Real Estate Management course that will teach attendees cost-effective, common sense solutions for increasing energy and water efficiency, recycling and . . .

Real estate management center succeeds at saint Augustine's College.(FOUNDATION NEWS)
IN 2003, SAINT AUGUSTINE'S COLLEGE ESTABLISHED A CENTER FOR REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT TO PREPARE STUDENTS FOR LEADERSHIP ROLES IN THE COMPLEX, DIVERSE AND RAPIDLY CHANGING FIELD OF REAL ESTATE MANAGEME . . .

Firefighter.(Fireray 5000 Auto Alignment Beam Detector )(Brief article)
FIREEFIGHTER The Fireray 5000 Auto Alignment Beam Detector from Fire Fighting Enterprises is the first and only motorized, auto align, self correcting beam smoke detector to receive approval from Un . . .

Good sense.(NTMOS hydrogen sulfide )(Brief article)
GOOD SENSE The NTMOS hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas sensor by Detector Electronics detects low hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas concentrations in five seconds or less while tolerating extreme temperature or h . . .

Let there be light.(NEW PRODUCTS)(Brief article)
Solaris is a uniquely elegant, low-profile under-cabinet task light that effectively illuminates any size or shape work surface. Its slender, sleek design makes it nearly invisible when mounted to t . . .

Feed the meter.(Multi-Maxx)(Brief article)
FEED THE METER The Multi-Maxx is a patented electric meter bar designed to lock off banks of ringless-type electric meter enclosures found in apartment and multi-family complexes. The Multi-Maxx is . . .

Spirited away: unbelievable or outrageous true stories about everyday experiences in real estate management.(CAN YOU TOP THIS?)
Being a former Massachusetts resident, I always thought respectable ghosts and evil spirits only resided in old Tudor homes and dilapidated Victorian mansions. I never dreamed I would find them in m . . .

Year of opportunity.(Institute of Real Estate Management)(Editorial)
THIS NEW YEAR BRINGS WITH IT NEW CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES. THE CORE GOALS OF PROMOTING BEST PRACTICES, PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION AND ETHICAL BEHAVIOR WILL REMAIN THE INSTITUTE'S FUNDAMENTAL CORNERS . . .

Techniques for tough times: don't let the recession hamper your marketing efforts.
WHEN TIMES ARE TOUGH, WE ALL WANT TO SAVE MONEY. OFTEN THIS LEADS TO CUTTING BACK ON RESOURCES AND LIMITING OUR COMPANY'S MARKETING BUDGETS. ALTHOUGH PRUDENCE IS A VIRTUE, NOW IS EXACTLY NOT THE TIM . . .

Lay down the law: handling lawsuits properly yields positive results.
BEING SERVED WITH A LAWSUIT CAN RUIN A PROPERTY MANAGER'S DAY; KNOWING HOW TO HANDLE SUCH LAWSUITS IS ESSENTIAL FOR A POSITIVE OUTCOME TO ALL INVOLVED. The first step is to determine who needs to . . .

Getting started with sustainability: green management begins with careful evaluation.
OK, YOU'VE GOTTEN ON BOARD AND HAVE DECIDED IT'S TIME TO ENHANCE YOUR PORTFOLIO'S SUSTAINABILITY. NOW THE QUESTION IS, WHERE DO YOU START, GIVEN THESE ECONOMICALLY CHALLENGING TIMES? Deliver a mes . . .

Hiring on high: Ethics is an essential part of the hiring process for property managers.
HIRING AN INDIVIDUAL TO WORK FOR YOUR COMPANY CAN HAVE A MAJOR IMPACT ON THAT PERSON'S PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL LIFE. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU AND YOUR COMPANY ARE COMPLETELY ETHICAL THROUGHOUT THE . . .