Tag: Residential

16 Draper and Kramer Properties Named 2023 SatisFacts Resident Satisfaction Award Winners

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Draper and Kramer, Incorporated, a national real estate services firm, is pleased to announce that 16 rental communities from its national management portfolio were named 2023 Resident Satisfaction award winners by SatisFacts, the multifamily industry’s premier authority on resident satisfaction and retention. In addition, five Draper and Kramer-managed rental communities won an ApartmentRatings Top-Rated award … Continued

5 Tips for First-Time Apartment Renters in Phoenix

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Are you about to become one of the Phoenicians? No, not the ancient seafarers, but the sun-seeking desert dwellers of Phoenix, Arizona! If so, you will join many others attracted to a land where recreational activities prosper 12 months a year. Phoenix’s population has been growing at about 1.5% per year and the city is now the nation’s … Continued

How Luxury Apartments are Meeting the Needs of EV Owners

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Sales of electric vehicles (EVs)—or vehicles that have an electric battery-powered motor instead of an internal combustion engine—are soaring in the United States. In 2021, EV sales totaled 434,879 units, representing a year-over-year increase of 83%. Hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles only add to the total. In 2021, Toyota’s hybrid sales increased 73%, while Honda’s rose by 67%. … Continued

11 Draper and Kramer Properties Named 2022 SatisFacts Resident Satisfaction Award Winners

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Draper and Kramer, Incorporated, a national real estate services firm, is pleased to announce that 11 rental communities from its national management portfolio were named 2022 Resident Satisfaction award winners by SatisFacts, the multifamily industry’s premier authority on resident satisfaction and retention. In addition, Draper and Kramer’s North 680 rental community in Schaumburg, Ill., a … Continued

Residents Come First: How Property Managers Can Better Care for Tenants

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Property management is a fast-paced and highly competitive endeavor that requires good communication, organization, positivity, and timeliness. As a property manager, your top responsibility is to serve tenants. Residents spend their hard-earned salary on their living space and amenities. Multifamily developments are communities and above all else, you are responsible for providing residents the experiences, services, and amenities … Continued

8 Tips for Moving in the Winter

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The winter season conjures up thoughts of snow, icy roads, and howling winds—not exactly ideal conditions for moving to a new apartment. But there are some advantages to moving in the winter. It’s often cheaper to hire a moving company in the winter than than the rest of the year. It’s also a slower season … Continued

7 Tips for Upgrading Your Home Office in 2022

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As the famous Greek philosopher Plato famously said more than 23 centuries ago, “necessity is the mother of invention.” The relevance of his observation only increased during the pandemic. Suddenly, millions of Americans had to invent new ways to get their work done. There was a staggering exodus from the traditional office. As of October 2020, 31.6% of … Continued

Tempo Nine Mile in Aurora, Colo., Breaks Ground as New Multifamily Project at Nine Mile Station

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A joint venture of Draper and Kramer, Incorporated, Koelbel and Company, Mile High Development and Urban Roots Development, Inc., announced today the groundbreaking of Tempo Nine Mile, a new multifamily project at the northeast corner of Parker Road and Peoria Street in Aurora, Colo. The project, which is part of the 22-acre The Point at Nine Mile master plan development, was … Continued

10 Must-Do Tasks to Prepare Your Apartment for Holiday Guests

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With the holidays right around the corner, many of us will be hosting family and friends at some point this season. Hosting company in an apartment can be a daunting task, but don’t fear: there are several ways to prepare ahead of time to be a great host and help your guests feel like they’re staying … Continued

5 Things to Know About Moving to Phoenix

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Phoenix, Arizona is the economic engine of the American Southwest. Approximately 1.4 million people live in the state capital, which is known for its year-round sunny, dry weather. The Greater Phoenix population of 4.95 million people makes the metropolitan area the 12th largest in the country. Before your move to the Valley of the Sun, you might … Continued