Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. Staying competitive in today’s fast-paced rental market includes making your properties stand out among the competition. That means adding value for renters without straining your bottom-line. One of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to upgrade…
Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. Clogged Dryer Vents and Other Headaches You’ll Avoid with Ventless Dryers With the ever-increasing demand for in-unit laundry, many property owners are evaluating their options. Does it make sense to invest in new laundry appliances? Will…
Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. Are you thinking about upgrading your property with stainless steel kitchen appliances? Good choice. A beautiful, modern kitchen is an amenity that renters crave, and adding stainless steel appliances is a smart choice that improves renter…
Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. The Internet of Things connects our world, making it easier than ever before to access and use everyday items around the home or office. Every year, more everyday appliances are hitting the market with smart technology….
Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. Trusted Appliance Distributor vs. Large Retailers Over the past decade, the retail industry has been shifting. Large retailers like Sears are closing the doors of brick and mortar locations, leaving retail ghost towns in their place….
There’s a lot of research out there on Millennial consumer behavior. This interesting generation is unlike any other, and they don’t behave the way we expect. This is good news for multi-family property owners, because Millennial behavior indicates that they’re…
Black stainless steel. It’s more than just the next big thing in kitchen design. It’s a new spin on timeless, classic stainless steel appliances, and it’s here to stay. By their very nature, kitchen design trends are always changing. It…
Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. A competitive rental market means every investment you make in your property must pay off. It doesn’t make sense to add expensive amenities if they won’t lead to higher retention rates and an increased net operating…
Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. Your Net Operating Income (NOI) helps you keep an eye on how your multi-family property is performing. It takes into account revenue minus any operating expenses incurred from managing and upgrading your property. A traditional NOI calculation…
Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. Year after year, in-unit laundry is one of the most highly-sought after amenities in the multi-family housing industry. Residents want to do laundry on their own schedules, and they’re willing to pay higher rents for the…
Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. You’ve seen it on your balance sheets and cash flow statements, but how much does your net operating income (NOI) impact your day-to-day decision making? Investopedia defines NOI as “a calculation used to analyze real estate investments that…
Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. Amenities. Amenities. Amenities. Today’s renters want (and sometimes expect) amenities that make their lives easier. Over the years, in-unit laundry has been a top-requested amenity by renters nationwide. Make this the year you make the investment….
Posted by FJS Distributors, Inc. Part of owning, operating or managing multi-family housing properties is making sure your units remain attractive to current and prospective residents. One of the best ways to ensure your property keeps its competitive edge is through…
Posted by Richard Mertz Trending now in the multi-family industry Ventless dryer technology has been around for years. In fact, compact ventless units have been used in Europe and Asia for over 50 years and are becoming more popular in the…
Posted by Richard Mertz In-unit laundry is a sought-after amenity, and the advances in laundry technology have made adding in-unit laundry easier than ever. In-unit laundry can increase property value, reduce turnover and increase rent and resale values. The Multi-Family Executive explained that…
Would you believe it if we told you that the average American household completes 8 loads of laundry each week? That’s upwards of 30 loads each month, and over 400 loads of laundry every year. Multiply that by the number…
If you’re thinking about adding in-unit laundry to your property, you’ve probably done your research. You know that adding laundry to your units is a value-add project that will increase your property value, and that in-unit laundry is a highly…
It’s timeless. It’s durable. It’s affordable. It’s stainless steel. It is no secret that renovated apartments rent faster and can command higher rents. Upgrades to flooring, cabinetry, countertops or windows require construction, which can be difficult, expensive and timely. Upgrading…
When it comes to property management, you know your stuff. You know, for example, that in-unit laundry is one of the most desirable amenities in any rental property, be it a condo, an apartment or a multi-family housing unit. You…
In-unit laundry allows you to increase rents by $50-100 per month per unit. Plus, it decreases turnover. Ventless dryers make in-unit laundry possible for almost any building – without expensive retrofits. People often come to us with questions about ventless…
In-unit laundry is a smart investment. And now, with advances in laundry technology, you can reap the many financial and operational payoffs of in-unit laundry without the tradeoffs. For example, you can add in-unit laundry to an older building without…