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the Commercial, Single-Family Rental and Property Preservation industries.

 

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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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6 Critical Property Preservation Services Every Provider Should Offer

For mortgage servicers, preservation services are critical to ensuring the properties you are responsible for are preserved and maintained in a manner that complies with regulatory requirements and local code compliance, but finding a provider that checks all the boxes on your needs list can be challenging. After all, you’re entrusting them with a lot, from securing the property, removing any debris, conducting regular lawn maintenance and winterizing when necessary. 

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5 Questions to Help You Choose a Prop Pres Provider

Whether you’re assessing your current property preservation provider or are in the market for a new one, it’s important to consider your choice from all angles — from the core preservation services you need to expectations regarding specialized services, the customer experience and your field partner’s ability to truly innovate and help solve problems. Consider these five questions to help you choose the right provider.

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