When you purchase a home or manage a property of apartments or condos, it is important to monitor appliances closely and keep track of the age of each machine – especially the ones that you and tenants use on a daily basis. Keeping a log of when appliances are purchased and serviced will help you […]
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Is Your Nursing Home’s Fire Safety Plan Sufficient?
Nursing home residents are at the most vulnerable during a fire emergency. Most are unable to protect themselves, which is why having an emergency response plan in place is critical as a facility manager or owner. Proper equipment can mean the difference between major property damage or loss of life. Here are some safety strategies […]
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Dealing with Water Damage from Sprinkler Systems
In a commercial property, protection from fire damage is a must. An automatic sprinkler system may be what saves your building from going up in flames, but what happens when the building is now soaked and water damage starts to seep in? While commercial sprinkler systems provide millions of dollars in tax deductions, code and […]
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How to Make Your Backyard Safe for Summer
The hot months of summer are best spent outside in the backyard. After the cold winters spent inside, you and your family may see your backyard as a paradise of fresh air and fun in the sun. While that is very true, since your yard hasn’t been used for several months, it could use some […]
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How to Get Your Home Ready For Summer Vacation
It’s summertime, which means it’s time to break out the sunscreen and get ready for lazy days and warm nights. Summer also allows us to escape to the beaches or other places for long vacations away from home. However, a vacant home can spell trouble in a few ways – here are some tips to […]
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10 Ways to Protect a Commercial Building Between Tenants
In the world of real estate, there are times when a building is vacant between tenants. As a property owner, it is in your best interest to protect your vacant commercial property as it waits for new renters to arrive. Insurance risks and liabilities associated with a vacant property can be extensive. Understanding the risks […]
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Top Smart Home Devices to Protect Your Home When You’re Away
With summer in full swing, it’s time to start thinking about leaving home for a long vacation! Leaving your home shouldn’t be a nerve-wracking experience. With smart home devices becoming more and more advanced and intelligent, you can keep an eye on your home and not worry about water or fire damage without being physically […]
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Top Apps to Help You Take a Home Inventory
Regardless of the size of your home, or if you live in an apartment, taking an inventory of your assets and keeping track of the items in your home is an important step to keeping your property in order. While the process can seem tedious, taking the time to catalog your assets can be extremely […]
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Grill Safety 101: Fire Prevention
Once the weather starts to heat up, most people are ready to break out the grills and start spending more time outside. Picnics and backyard barbecues become a frequent event in many households across the US, and, while July is typically known as the height of grilling month, barbecues are used from May through August. […]
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Snowbirds – Use these Smart Devices to Manage Your Home
Calling all snowbirds! Have you started using “smart” devices in your home? If not, it’s time you start looking at transforming your properties into smart homes! Smart devices are typically controlled through an app on your phone, which means you never have to step foot on your property to do things like control your lights, […]
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