Property Services
Obtaining small business certifications—such as Women-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned or other small business certifications—can be a strategic move for service partners looking to increase their market share.
It’s helpful for contractors to understand the different small business certifications and their potential advantages as well as what certification can (and can’t) do for your business.
Properly boarding windows is commonly necessary for securing vacant properties, safeguarding against break-ins and vandalism, and caring for a property that’s been damaged by a natural disaster. Traditionally, plywood has been used for securing vacant properties, but some municipalities now require “clearboarding,” which uses a clear polycarbonate board over openings. Be aware of local requirements and provide justification for plywood or polycarbonate when bidding a project.
Debris removal can mean a day of hard work and a solid payday for property preservation vendors. Here are the essentials to know to make it worth your while.
Whether you’re winterizing a dry heat system (think furnaces and vents) or a wet system (like a steam radiator or radiant heat with a hot water boiler), use our property preservation winterization checklist to make sure you don’t skip a step.
Success in property preservation relies on multiple factors, but effective bidding should be near the top of every vendor’s list. Here are our five key tips for effective bidding to help you maximize your profits for your property preservation work for the mortgage services industry.
Navigating the property preservation landscape of the mortgage services world can be tricky for inexperienced vendors. But knowing just a few of the common pitfalls of property preservation work can help you stay on a path to success. By avoiding these top eight pitfalls, you’ll be on your way to growing your workload in property preservation—and your business.