MCS | Knowledge Center

Mortgage servicers have a never-ending list of responsibilities, and one critical item is vacant property registrations (VPRs). VPRs can cause headaches for many servicers, as small fines add up to major penalties. If fines pile up, municipalities may enact liens that could prevent a servicer from selling a property. Plus, registration requirements change frequently, necessitating constant monitoring to ensure compliance.

As we enter the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, coastal communities, emergency responders and meteorologists are preparing for what could be an eventful period this year. The Atlantic hurricane season began June 1, which aligns with the timing of water temperatures warming to around 80 degrees and ends November 30, after the waters have cooled again.  

A well-run multi-site snow removal program is essential for operating your commercial properties safely and efficiently in winter weather. Is your snow removal program in good shape? Here are seven steps you can check off your list to ensure you’ll be ready for the season.  

With the temperatures rising snow might be the last thing on your mind right now, but it shouldn’t be. Early summer is the best time to start thinking about selecting your snow and ice removal partner for the year. As you prepare your RFP, keep in mind these best practices to ensure a successful snow season.  

A comprehensive smart home technology package elevates the value of a single-family rental (SFR) property for both the operator and renter. These smart home devices and systems (like lighting, security, HVAC and irrigation) are remotely controlled with ease via a smartphone app. Here are a few of the most important items to consider including in a rental property’s smart home automation package to help you maximize your SFR investments.  
 

Whether you’re overseeing 100 units in one location or thousands across multiple sites, keeping up with the repair and maintenance needs of a multifamily rental (MFR) complex — from monthly tenant turns to common areas to resident maintenance calls — isn’t easy. Supplementing your on-site staff with a multifamily property services partner could be the answer.

While some service requests might be best handled in-house, consider a partner that can tackle a wide range of projects, including these common eight.