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Resources, education and tools from MCS to help manage and preserve assets across
the Commercial, Single-Family Rental and Property Preservation industries.

 

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Trade Careers That Pay Off: How to Get Started in Property Services

Single-family rental (SFR) and commercial facilities maintenance and repair are two industries that often share a labor pool. And work opportunities are plentiful—the property services industry is known as “the golden trades” as a result. But that labor pool is limited based on multiple factors, including a shortage of trained professionals and an awareness about opportunities to help you excel in trade careers.  

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Commercial Property Spring Maintenance: 9 Items for Your To-Do List

Spring has officially arrived. Have you scheduled all of your seasonal property maintenance to-dos yet with your facilities maintenance provider? Review these recommended services — both interior and exterior — to help you get your commercial property in top shape for Spring and Summer. 

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Industry Buzz: 5 Key Mortgage Services Industry Insights 

As Q2 2024 starts, mortgage servicing professionals have used many forums to discuss what’s in store for the industry throughout the year. Events like the MBA Servicing Conference and industry-sponsored webinars have hosted industry professionals to share their perspectives. MCS’s team of mortgage experts share five key items that continue to resonate across the industry.

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8 Keys to SFR Tenant Retention

With a highly competitive rental market, single-family rental (SFR) owners/operators understand that tenant retention is more critical than ever. Growing your SFR business is easier (and more profitable) when you’re able to retain your current, quality, tenants rather than regularly having to turn over properties for new renters. But tenant retention takes effort and focus.  

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