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When most people think of outreach marketing, they often don't pull their existing residents into the mix! So for this event, pick a resident who works for a larger company that might also be a good outreach marketing target. Order a cookie cake, edible arrangement, or something you know the resident likes and can share with his or her co-workers. Personally deliver the goodies with a card signed by the staff to the resident and thank them for being a resident. The resident will definitely be surprised, and his or her co-workers will surely ask questions about the special delivery. Make sure to stick a few flyers on the goodies you decide to give to the resident so they can share those too. Before delivering the goodies make sure it is okay to show up at your resident’s place of employment you don’t want to...

Balconies are usually one of the big wow factors of an apartment tour, but once residents move in, it is pretty obvious they don’t take the time to decorate these areas as much as the rest of the apartment. And since they don’t dress up the place, they tend to not use the space as much as they could! We are big believers in community projects to help residents spice up their own apartment, and today, we want to help build a plan for residents to tackle their balcony! We were first inspired by this makeover of an extremely small balcony. If they can do so much with that balcony, imagine what can be done with bigger canvases! As you plan a community...

It's been a long winter and your residents are probably ready to get outside and soak up some sun! Why not give them an opportunity to get out and enjoy the beautiful outdoor amenities you work so hard on all year long! How about partnering with a local photographer...maybe one of your residents is a photographer, you get the idea! And extend the invitation to take advantage of your amazing backdrop with some priceless family photos. Residents can take their own shots or schedule a personal photo shoot with the photographer (and then purchase the photos if they like them.) It's a great opportunity for the photographer to earn some business and the residents don't have to go far for something special! And the price is right for your budget! Serve light snacks, lemonade etc. Provide props, like empty photo...

ts crawfish season time! A crawfish boil is a great way to get your new and old residents together on a fine warm spring weekend. It is a fine mixture of a social gathering and a grand meal. The kids are almost out of school so your new or old resident might meet their future summer sitter. Once you have determined the number of guests, approximate how many pounds of crawfish you will need. 60 pounds of live crawfish will feed 15 - 30 guests and 90 pounds should feed between 25-35 guests. Go online and find a site that carries LIVE crawfish. Make sure that site guarantees that you will receive them alive. Here is a site that I found: http://www.lacrawfish.com/ they will deliver to your front door. If you have a Central Market close by, they also carry live crawfish but...

We know that Easter egg hunts are a favorite activity for many kids and adults during the Easter holiday. This year I found a great Easter egg hunt idea. To have one special “Easter Bunny” egg with a prize in it. To make this egg, you will need a plastic Easter egg, 2 medium white pompoms, 1 small pink pompom, 2 googly eyes, pink craft foam, glue, and scissors. Cut out two large bunny ears from the craft foam. Glue it to the top of the Easter egg, about one inch apart. Then, glue on the eyes below the bunny’s ears. Next, glue the pink pompom below the eyes in the middle of the egg. Then, glue the white pompoms below the pink one to form the bunny’s chubby cheeks. Fill the egg with a special candy or prize for the lucky kid who finds it! ...

There’s no feeling quite like the one you get from supporting a cause you care about. Whether it’s serving a meal at a soup kitchen or walking dogs at an animal shelter, it just feels good to give back. Chances are, many of the residents living in your community feel the same way. But some might not have the time to look for volunteer opportunities. This spring, consider bringing your residents together for a volunteer activity to support a non-profit organization in your community. The organization will appreciate the extra hands, and your residents will appreciate the opportunity to give back to the community while getting to know likeminded neighbors. And let’s face it – happy residents are more likely to stay at your community year after year! Interested in organizing a volunteer activity in your community? Here are a few ideas to help you get started. ...

Have your residents pick up a coloring page at your leasing office beginning April 1st which is when rent is due. The children’s age groups will be classified at 4-6 yrs., 7-9 yrs. and 10-12 yrs. If you plan on having an Easter party winners can be announced on that day. Here are some samples of coloring pages you can use.   Chubby Bunny Coloring Page   http://familycrafts.about.com/od/eastercoloringpages/ss/Chubby-Bunny-Coloring-Page.htm   Easter Egg Coloring Page     http://familycrafts.about.com/od/eastercoloringpages/ss/Easter-Egg-5-Coloring-Page.htm   Bunny Sleeping In Easter Basket Coloring Page       http://familycrafts.about.com/od/eastercoloringpages/ss/Bunny-Sleeping-in-Easter-Basket-Coloring-Page.htm

The official start of spring is just weeks away, which will certainly come as a relief to those parts of the country who have experienced a particularly rough winter. Spring brings warmer temperatures, more hours of daylight and spring cleaning – a chance to organize, simplify and get rid of things we no longer need. Spring cleaning can be an opportunity for you to clean up your community and add curb appeal right before the busy spring and summer leasing season kicks off. Want to get your residents involved? Designate an upcoming Saturday as Spring Cleaning Saturday in your community. While your staff focuses on sprucing up common areas, your residents can do their part by cleaning and organizing their own homes. Here are a few ideas to get residents involved. Load up on trash and recycle bins Place extra trash and recycling bins throughout your community for...

We know that several residents can’t make it to the office during business hours to sign their renewal. Pick a day out of the week to stay a few hours after and have leases printed and ready to sign along with some refreshments of your choice. For residents signing a 9 month lease have them draw for a free carpet cleaning, an accent wall painted if they provide the paint or even a small discount off rent the first month of the new lease. For residents signing a 12 month lease have them draw for new countertops, or you can offer minor upgrades, which will still make a big impact: installing or upgrading ceiling fans, or replacing old blinds with new ones. Not only will you recoup some of the cost through increased rent, but when residents do eventually move out, the market...

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your residents by giving away up to $50 off April’s rent for the first 10 residents that walk through the door with the best green outfit. Decorate the party space with bells and white calla lilies. The Bells of Ireland bring good luck and the lilies represent beauty. For simple, easy and effective decorations make green shamrocks. Here are a couple templates you can use for decorations. (Click on images for full size templates) Of course wear green. Have some spare green items of clothing available for any guests who might have forgotten to come dressed in green. Even green party hats, party wigs, or party glasses can green them up a bit for the occasion! ...