How Can I Increase Property Value? Tips for Raising the Profitability of Your Community
By Boden Lazio Introduction In the past we’ve talked about topics such as maintaining curb appeal, resident satisfaction and how to go the extra mile for your community to make it stand out from the rest. But all these initiatives are a part of the same goal—increasing your community’s value. As a community manager, your…Read more
Fruitful Partnership: A Trip to CHUTES International
On September 4 at 4 a.m., a small team of Strategic team members departed from the office for a trip across the country to visit CHUTES International headquarters. Rick Hilgert, Principal, Julio Lopez, Service Supervisor, Jamie Kawamura, Certified Trainer, and Jose De La Rosa, Maintenance ServiceTech, landed in Waldorf, Maryland for the purpose of an…Read more
How RUBS Changes the Game
Introduction When it comes to managing the budget for your community, it can feel like money is slipping away even while you are being savvy. But what if something could change the game? What if you didn’t have to shoulder a major cost and your residents could pay their share? Well, the truth is, you…Read more
R3 Award: Jose De La Rosa
The 2023 August R3 Excellence Award goes to Jose De La Rosa. Jose has been with Strategic since 2021. He is positive, responsive and hard working. Jose shines brightly, stepping up to new challenges without hesitation. We applaud Jose in his Respect, Reliability and Responsibility. Praise for Jose “Jose De La Rosa has exemplified our…Read more
The Extra Mile: How We Facilitate Trash Hauler Services for Your Community
By Boden Lazio Introduction Strategic provides communities with a variety of community appearance services, keeping residential trash spaces clean and attractive. But did you know that we have additional services included in the trash management we offer? These services are more “behind the scenes,” but they play a pivotal role in delivering quality, hassle-free trash…Read more
Leadership Spotlight: Alfonso Morales
This month our leadership spotlight is shining on our Field Services Manager, Alfonso Morales. Alfonso has been a part of our team since 2022. He heads up the Field Service Department, managing a team of over 50 members. To understand what drives Alfonso’s passion for good leadership, we asked him a few questions. Read on…Read more
Solving the Trouble with Trash Hauler Service at Multifamily Communities
Introduction As a property owner or community manager, you’re likely familiar with the problems that arise in managing a multi-unit property. Some of these problems may include water damage, termites or fire hazards. However, one of the most common yet frustrating issues that management faces is the fulfillment of trash hauler services at your multifamily…Read more
Vendor Contracts: Why Your Service Providers Should Work for Your Satisfaction
Intro When it comes to waste management services, some vendors, like trash haulers, are focused on locking down communities for long-term (6+ months) contracts to guarantee business for a certain amount of time. However, this can lead to problems for communities. What if you decide their services aren’t what you hoped they’d be? Or their…Read more