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A Manager's Job Is Never Done: Tips For Settling Disputes Between Tenants

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From reviewing perspective tenants to making sure the apartment grounds remain immaculate, property managers must perform a multitude of jobs. For the most part, these responsibilities are pleasant and fulfilling. However, there are other instances when you are forced to perform the more unpleasant duties of your job – including dealing with tenant disputes. If you have renters who simply don’t get along, here are a few tips to help you end these disagreements quickly and peacefully:…

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Help Your Youth Sport Team! Organize a Discount Card Fundraiser Using Membership Management Software

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If your youth sport’s organization has seen a decline in participation in recent years, it may be due to the high costs that parents have to shell out so their children can participate. Parents pay out an average of $671 per child, per year for uniforms, registration costs and other sport-related essentials. And 21% pay $1,000 or more per child, per year. Given those alarming numbers, it may be a good idea for you to increase your club’s fundraising attempts with discount cards.…

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Tips for Troubleshooting a Sluggish or Non-responsive Pressure Washer

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Pressure washers rely on a small engine to power the system. Sometimes, those small engines are vulnerable to malfunctions and damage due to contaminants in gasoline. In addition, the carburetor can clog easily leading to more operational problems. Since stale fuel is a common source of these problems, that’s the first thing you should consider if your pressure washer has been sitting a while and won’t start. Here are some tips to help you deal with that.…

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Teenagers at the Microphone: 5 Reasons Why Your Youth Organization Should Host a Podcast

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If you are the leader of a youth organization, whether it is well-established or just starting out, you should seriously consider getting your members involved in creating a podcast. Podcasts vary from simple to complex, but can be started with little special equipment or technical knowledge. Encouraging your group to start a podcast can result in many benefits that will help define and shape your organization in a positive way. …

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Relocation Services For Expatriates: How To Make A Temporary Employee Feel More Comfortable

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If your company is recruiting an expatriate from another country to help improve your financial standing or product lines, you may want to make their stay in the United States as comfortable as possible. Expatriates are individuals who reside in another country but choose to temporarily work or live in another area of the world for business or personal reasons. If this your expatriate’s first time visiting the country, they may not know their way around or what to do when they arrive to the United States.…

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2 New Printer Features You Might Appreciate

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Anyone who has ever struggled with a printer understands how incredibly frustrating it can be. After painstakingly typing a paper or putting the final touches on a photo project, you might wait for that paper to spool—only to be left staring at confusing sub menus and a non-functional device. Fortunately, printer manufacturers have resolved some of the more frustrating aspects of home printing, so that you don’t have to run to that copy store in the middle of the night or spend more than you need to on supplies.…

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5 Ways To Enhance Security During Halloween Season

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A majority of Halloween is filled with fun events like trick or treating, but in many neighborhoods, children and teens can be a part of some mischievous activities. These Halloween pranks can actually end up doing a lot of damage to your property. Instead of dealing with the mess, enhance your security to help deter criminal activity, identify suspects, and offer proof for law enforcement. These upgrades for your security system are not only beneficial during Halloween, but they can add extra security though the whole year.…

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4 Costs to Consider as a New Landlord & How to Minimize Them

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Becoming a landlord and renting your home out instead of selling it offers a variety of benefits to take advantage of such as short and long term tax advantages, diversification in assets, and the ability to hold onto your property while its value appreciates throughout the years. But without some planning you may end up accruing costs that cut into your profits and decrease tenant satisfaction. Here are four costs to consider, and how you can go about minimizing said costs:…

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How to Help Your Employees Get More Serious About Security

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To protect your office-based business from crime, you may have taken some basic measures, such as hiring private security, using a secure network for computing, and installing a security system to protect the premises. However, your business could still have a weak link: your employees. If you are worried that your employees are not taking company security as seriously as they should be, there are some steps you can take to increase their awareness and motivation.…

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Going Green With Your Company Packaging: Tips For Reducing Overall Packing Waste

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If you consistently ship goods to customers and clients, you know that, in order to consistently deliver a product that arrives in one piece, quality packaging is the key. But if you’re trying to be mindful about your environmental footprint as a company, the type of packaging you choose and the kind of customer benefits you provide can really make a difference in how much paper, plastic, and styrofoam make it into landfills.…

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