In Episode #11 we continue our conversation on how to prepare for a disaster as we sit down with 2 Property Mangers, John Byrne, Senior Property Manager for Phoenix Property Management and Jason Palermo, District Manager for Picerne Properties. John & Jason discuss disasters they have dealt with in the past and what they have learned from those experiences.

Disaster Planning – Managers

In Episode #10 of IREM Today Education Committee Chairperson Susan Monaghan gives us a preview of education opportunities for members this summer. Plus, we take a quick look at what’s coming up in the fall and what is already being considered for 2014.  Susan also let’s us know which seminars include food!

Episode #10 – Education Update 6-26-13

In Episode #9 of IREM Today we continue our series focused on disaster planning as we discuss why a Property Manager should consider having a disaster restoration company on their disaster plan. I am joined by Richard Hitt, Chapter 88 Past President and Brian McGuire from ARS Restoration Specialists. Brian explains that a disaster can be something other than just a flood or fire and what a biohazard is.

Disaster planning – Restoration Company

In Episode #8 of IREM Today we begin a new series focused on disaster planning. We are entering the hurricane season and our State and region have been hit hard over the last several years by hurricanes and flooding. In Part 1 of the series we discuss whether or not to have a Public adjuster on your disaster recovery plan. I am joined by Kerri Furtado, Chapter 88 2nd Vice President and Jeff Sabel, Public Adjuster. Jeff answers the question “Why would an owner want a Public Adjuster and not just let the Property Manager handle the recovery?”

Disaster Planning – Adjuster

In Episode #7 of IREM Today Richard Hitt, Gisela Medek, Susan Monaghan and I recap our Chapter winning the coveted Gold Star Award for 2012. Winning the Gold Star Award is quite an accomplishment so we thought you might enjoy a look back at what it took to get to this point. Also, Richard describes what it felt like walking on to the stage to accept the award.

Gold Star Award Recap

In Episode #6 of IREM Today we have the exciting opportunity to have a conversation with 2013 IREM National President Beth Machen LIVE in Studio! Beth was in Rhode Island to attend out Chapter’s Awards Night Dinner on May 1, 2013. Topics discussed include IREM’s May Mania promotion, IREM National’s new website and whether Beth prefers white or red clam chowder.

IREM Today Episode 6 – IREM President Beth Machen

In Epsiode #5 of IREM Today we talk with Chapter 88 Legislative Chair John Bentz about the recently completed IREM Legislative Summit in Washington DC and about a new piece of Legislation in Rhode Island that if passed will change the way employers interview prospective employees

IREM Today #5 – Legislative Report 4-25-13

In Episode #4 of IREM Today we continue our series on Smoke Free Buildings. This time we get an owner’s perspective on the issue with PAG’s John Bentz and PAG Vice President Mario Olivelli. John and Mario answer the question “What is the benefit to an owner to going smoke free?”

IREM Today Episode #4 – Smoke Free Buildings – Owners Perspective

In Epsiode #3, a round-table of 4 Property Managers bring different perspectives to the “Going Smoke Free” conversation

IREM Today – Episode #3

CLICK HERE to view the Providence Housing Authority documentary video on Smoke-Free Housing. You can also view the PHA video by going to our “Videos” page

Episode #2 of IREM Today – The Official Podcast of the IREM Greater Rhode Island Chapter No. 88. In this episode we discuss the Social Security Debit Cards and how we, as manager’s are expected to handle this new HUD policy.

IREM Today – Episode #2 – Social Security Debit Cards