This week, we had to send out 5-day rent notices to our tenants just to let them know that they can set up a payment plan, if paying rent is becoming difficult for them. It is just a friendly reminder before a possible eviction could happen. We try to help […]
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Fixing Up The Patio
Last week was a very busy week! We are having the maintenance guys fix up the patio outside of our offices. This is attached to a tenant hang-out space so they will be very excited as well! Tenants can reserve this space for special occasions as well. I’m excited to […]
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Pre Walk Through Inspections
Every morning one of the first things I do is see who and how many people are moving into the community that day. Then I go to each of those units and perform a walkthrough. This walk through is designed to see what is previously damaged in an apartment so […]
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Caring Coworkers
My coworker Natalie got married on Saturday! Our boss went out of her way to plan something to make her feel special at work before her big day. It makes the work environment feel more like a family when you are looking out for each other and remembering events in […]
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My First Move In!
On Tuesday I had my first move in. It was two girls that were close to my age and had been traveling the world for the past two years. They told me that it was time for them to settle down again into their jobs of event planning to save […]
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I feel like all I do is Eat, Eat, and Eat! Today, my manager supplied a team lunch with everyone in the office. We ordered in food from Tavern 4 & 5 in Eden Prairie, MN. It was fun to get to know the others in the office and be […]
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A Sweet Hello From A Resident
This morning, a resident whom loves to bake brought down a plate of brownies to our office. She is always thankful for the work we put in each day and wanted to treat us to something special and homemade! Oh man, they were quite DELICIOUS!
Read MoreA Week of Leasing
This past week, I spent my time learning about leasing and the different apartments that are available to prospects. I was able to learn about the different units that are currently available, in renovations, ready to go today, and vacated units.
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Switchbacks Game
I didn’t have time to post about it yesterday but the management team treated us to a Switchbacks soccer game. They provided us with tickets, a parking pass, food, and a great experience!
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22 Leases, 4 Tours, 3 Move-ins, and 2 People
7west Apartment Homes is not your typical property! With just Jessy and I running the office, we get serious work completed and do a four-person job. Today alone the two of us managed to lease out 22 apartments, give 4 tours, and help with 3 move-ins. In all honesty, […]
Read MoreMy First Week Impressions
My first week with Bigos Management and the Mears Park Place team was full of learning and fun. I was impressed by the Bigos University training courses because they make learning easy and fun without consuming much time. The Mears Park Place staff is approachable, professional, and inviting. I am […]
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Unexpected Benefits of Mears Park Place
I am currently assigned to Mears Park Place Apartments in heart of downtown St. Paul. Mears Park sits adjacent to the apartments and often hosts musicians. When I took lunch at the beautiful park, there was a band playing in the park, so I relaxed and enjoyed the live music. […]
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First Day of Summer Internship with Bigos Management
The first day at Bigos Management was a success and full good introduction material. We met at the corporate headquarters (see attached photo), and they provided us with a delicious lunch, which many all of our property managers attended. We then met our PM at the property to finish out […]
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New Pool Loungers!
We recently got new pool furniture and it couldn’t look better! Can’t wait to get out there to use it!
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