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A return this fall and early winter of surges in COVID-19 reported cases along with civil unrest in some markets during the summer of 2020 may have long term effects on housing choices, work location, and remote work, that are still playing out. We can attempt to monitor effects of location choice... Continue Reading

9 Ways Suppliers Can Stay Relevant During the Pandemic For nearly a year, we have been living in an age where from one day to the next we are often unsure of what to expect. We are so used to the day to day routines of our lives and when they are dramatically disrupted, we must develop coping... Continue Reading

Cut back work orders by providing residents a few tips As apartment operators, we spend considerable time and energy discussing ways to empower our teams. By providing our teams with the tools, training, and authority they need to excel in their positions, employees are naturally more motivated... Continue Reading

You may recall that last summer, our Colorado legislature passed two bills which made “source of income” and “immigration status” protected classes statewide. We want to remind you that these laws have now taken effect as of Jan 1, 2021. If you have not already done so, you... Continue Reading

Anticipation for the COVID-19 vaccine is quickly growing following the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) December11 approval of an emergency use authorization for the first vaccine candidate. Healthcare workers across the country received the first doses just days later, but many are... Continue Reading

As we start the 2021 New Year and put 2020 behind us, I want everyone to reflect on leadership and teamwork to help make the upcoming year fantastic. “Lessons from Geese” is a lesson learned. A Foundation for life. We can learn about leadership and teamwork from looking at the way... Continue Reading

AAMD partners with Family HomeStead to feed Colorado families this Thanksgiving Continue Reading

The Apartment Association of Metro Denver (AAMD) is honored to be acknowledged by the National Apartment Association (NAA) at the 2020 NAA Excellence Awards, or Excels, with the Affiliate Community Service award for its community efforts and work. The Excel’s aim to highlight excellence and... Continue Reading

A good multifamily professional knows that resident retention is key to the success of the community and bottom line. Retaining residents is just as important, if not more so, than getting new ones. Reducing resident turnover doesn’t only make financial sense, but it can also lead to... Continue Reading

When it comes to making a house a smart house, homeowners have the option to install things like smart thermostats, smart security cameras, and smart doorbells. However, renters have fewer options when it comes to making their home smart. Therefore, they will be more inclined to rent in an... Continue Reading

Important Documentation to Include in Rent Demands Continue Reading

Something I really want to talk about today is a problem I see most people dealing with and that’s comparing yourself to others. You know, I meet with a lot of people day in, day out, clients, peers, mentors even. A constant theme is always looking around and comparing yourself to either... Continue Reading