Navigating the Seas of Red Tape
By Boden Lazio Introduction In the past we’ve gone over the importance of recycling and responsible waste management. Recycling programs do a lot to improve sustainable and responsible waste management for individuals and communities alike, but California trash laws and programs are not always the same depending on your state, county, city or even community.…Read more
Responsible & Thankful: A Guide to Keep Your Thanksgiving Sustainable
By Boden Lazio Intro Thanksgiving is here! It’s the perfect time as we near the end of the year to reflect in gratitude for everything we’re blessed with. But along with being thankful this holiday season, we want to make sure to practice responsible waste management, especially when it comes to food waste. In this…Read more
O Christmas Tree (Removal)! Keeping Communities Festive Without Sacrificing Appearance
By Boden Lazio Introduction It’s that time of year again and the holiday season is coming up quick! Colored lights and wreathes are going up, and of course, Christmas trees are too. But once the holidays are done, people will need to get rid of those trees! In this post we’ll go over the service…Read more
One Less Thing to Manage: How Strategic Makes Community Maintenance Simple & Stressless
By Boden Lazio Introduction Community management can be a grind. Keeping your community a clean and enjoyable living space takes a lot of time and effort. Because of this, many vendor services are burdensome even if they’re providing a good service because of the oversight needed by management to ensure the right work is being…Read more
The History of Recycling: Is It Really So Important?
By Boden Lazio Introduction Most people know to recycle, especially in Southern California. Californian cities and counties have extensive recycling programs for residential areas. For some people, recycling is instinctual. For others, it takes a little more reminder. But why do we recycle? Is it really so important? In this post, we’re going to cover…Read more
Maximizing Your Resident Satisfaction
Introduction There are many variables when it comes to managing your community value, and in the past we’ve covered ways to improve value with things like curb appeal and waste audits to ensure comfortable living areas and no unnecessary services. But the biggest factor in maximizing community value is resident satisfaction. Without it, you’re not…Read more
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
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