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What’s on Your Truck?: Ultimate Property Preservation Tools Checklist

Building a property preservation maintenance business takes time and hard work. In addition to the expertise you bring, you’ll want to be armed with the tools to get the job done right. Each job comes with its own requirements, so there’s not an all-inclusive list of every tool you could ever need or encounter in property preservation.

In general, the type of services you decide to offer will largely determine what ends up in your toolbox. But there are some tools and equipment every property preservation vendor should have on their truck, as well as others to consider for specialty work. Think about adding these tools to your toolbox to help ensure you’re prepared for your next job—and to help grow your business.   

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Vacant Property Registration: What Is It and Why You Need an Expert Partner

The vacant property registration (VPR) process is one aspect of property preservation that may seem insignificant at first glance. But VPRs can cause headaches and trepidation for many servicers, as small fines compound into major penalties—sometimes on a daily basis. It’s important to understand what vacant property registrations are, the risks related to managing them and why you should work with a property services partner with VPR expertise.

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