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While it is possible for volunteer boards to manage the affairs of an HOA on their own, there are many benefits to hiring a professional HOA management company. Check out these real life case studies to avoid common HOA management mistakes.
2 min 40 sec
The decision between self-managed and professional HOA management is an important one that should be carefully considered. By evaluating the factors outlined in this article, you can make an informed decision that will benefit your community in the long run.
2 min 40 sec
If you’re a residential property owner, hiring an experienced residential property management team will create value for your properties and their communities and will also aid in implementing efficient management processes to alleviate day-to-day stressors. Learn more about how these services can benefit your residential properties.
2 min 27 sec
Hear from Matt Hubacher, Vice President of Research at Invest Buffalo Niagara and Ed McGinn, Director at Newmark Ciminelli, about what is next for the Buffalo-Niagara region and their thoughts on the economic development opportunities that are on Western New York’s horizon.
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The Mentholatum, located among the City of Buffalo’s West Side neighborhoods, has been an attractive option for apartment seekers for years due to its location within the emerging Niagara Street corridor and proximity to some of the City of Buffalo’s most popular retail, dining and outdoor destinations. Check out a few of our favorites spots here.
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We connected with Jared White, the President & CEO of Il Mulino, and Juliette Brown, a Residential Leasing and Property Manager here at Ciminelli, to discuss how to build and maintain a collaborative residential community in an emerging urban neighborhood.
18 min 9 sec
For many travelers, corporate units offer a unique mix of benefits, like furniture, fully equipped kitchens, housewares, and linens, making them the best option for extended stays away from home. Here are a few of the most common benefits.
2 min 51 sec
In this episode, we sat down with members of Ciminelli's Property Management team, Chris Keenan, Senior Vice President, and Sarah Cudmore, Property Manager. Together, we discussed the basics of property and facilities management and Ciminelli's full-service approach to working with clients.
28 min 9 sec
Just as we see changes in available apartment inventory, we also see movement in the amenities, services, and lease terms that landlords offer prospective tenants. We’ve put together a collection of questions that will help you best evaluate your options and get you started on the right path.
2 min 35 sec
If you’re wondering if you can benefit from management services, how do you decide if you need a facilities manager, property manager, or both? While each service varies depending on the businesses or owners’ specific needs, consider the value adds and the differences between the two parties outlined here when building your management team.
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Wells Fargo recently engaged the brokerage team at Newmark Ciminelli to advise them on two of their existing Buffalo-area office locations, which ultimately led to two lease transactions for new locations.
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Property management is crucial for every building, and the top requested services vary among industries. We dove into our top 3 commercial management building types and highlighted their most requested services.
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“We think the market is right. We think the timing is right,” Ciminelli CEO Paul Ciminelli said. The units are now being offered through 716 Realty Group, at prices ranging from the middle $100,000s and up to the high $300,000s. Twelve units are available, including a two-bedroom model unit on the ground floor.
2 min 9 sec
The trends shaping commercial real estate in 2023 are being met with thoughtful solutions by Property Management professionals, the industry, and their partners. Let's review how Property Managers can find value, ensure safety, and engage tenants in a meaningful and productive environment.
3 min 4 sec
Hear responses from our property management professionals to some of the most common questions and concerns we’ve heard in our experience managing facilities, to clear up any misconceptions that may be holding you and your team back from engaging with a property management team to support your work.
2 min 39 sec
For this episode, we had the pleasure of connecting with the founders of Buffalo's Three Sixty Views, Tony Thomas and Jordan Scinta, and we loved getting to discuss the history of the company, the future of visual marketing for real estate, and how technology is changing the industry for the better.
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With the rise in popularity of downtown office space, an update to the traditional interiors was in order at The Lafayette Court Building, and in 2022-23, major renovations were completed to ensure the future success of the building. Learn about a few of our favorite features of the renovation project.
2 min 33 sec
“Our team’s collective experience and current market trends in Boston have allowed for a unique opportunity to create value through acquisition and repositioning. We believe 880 Technology Park Dr. will meet the demand for R&D space in the market,” said Ryan Zebro, VP of Investments at Ciminelli.
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Episode 7 is all about public art, a topic that was inspired by an ongoing project at Buffalo’s Lafayette Court Building, where we were able to partner with a local artist, Danielle Saeva. Danielle joined us for this episode to discuss the impact of public art and why it has become such a staple within our city.
15 min 31 sec
Homeowners associations (HOA) are an excellent tool used by organized homeowners, typically in condos, co-ops, and neighborhoods. We’ve highlighted the top requests we’ve received from HOA board members to help you decide if you are in need of HOA management professionals to assist with administration, financials, maintenance, and customer service.
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