Mailboxes may seem like the simplest thing to add to a rental property (or properties) out of all possible additions. However, mailbox choices are varied, and any property manager can find themselves struggling to choose the correct type. Community and commercial mailboxes come in different shapes and sizes, ranging from single curbside mailboxes to sprawling […]
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Top Five Popular Mailbox Types for Apartment Complexes
With managing apartment complexes, there are many factors to consider. The number of apartments, repairs, parking, and recreation areas are all obvious things that property owners consider when developing or renovating a complex. Mailboxes are vital as well. Prospective residents care about receiving mail and especially packages safely. In fact, in 2020 alone, over 60% […]
Locking Curbside Mailboxes For Commercial Properties
Commercial properties have a lot of expenses and so do those who own and manage commercial properties such as office buildings and strip malls. Handing incoming and outgoing mail is just one expense that both tenants and owners must consider. A single small business can spend hundreds or more per month to deal with expenses […]
Rotary Mailboxes: How Can They Help Your Office?
Offices are often busy places and making sure that one runs smoothly is no easy task. One aspect of running any type of office is the paperwork and the mail that must often be exchanged between employees and even departments. Simply handling paperwork can lead to losses, misplaced items, confusion, and more. Mail and paperwork […]
Private vs. USPS Delivery for Commercial and Business Properties
Running a commercial property is no simple affair. But there is a balance to strike between keeping business tenants happy and making enough in profit to keep everything running smoothly and the bills paid. Keeping that balance involves reducing tenant turnover and attracting new businesses into your commercial property to begin with. One way to […]
5 Common Mistakes Found in Commercial Mailbox Installations
Choosing the right mailbox system for your commercial property can seem like a complicated matter. In this article, we discuss centralized mail delivery, which are those mailboxes in which multiple customer compartments are contained within the same cabinet. These mailbox types are the most common on larger commercial properties, because the USPS prefers centralized delivery. […]
Making Mailboxes Easy to Find: A Guide for Every Property Type
When managing any type of property, the safe and reliable delivery of mail is one thing that tenants expect. Without it, tenant turnover is high, and property owners will suffer from a loss of revenue. Mail delivery is usually seamless, but there are a few things that can trip up the delivery of mail and […]
The Benefits of Using Mail Sorters For Your Business
If you run a business or a commercial property, you know that there are a lot of moving parts to such a job. Costs must be kept down, landscaping must be managed, and repairs have to be carried out. However, many property owners and business managers overlook one major moving part that isn’t going away […]
Phasing Out: Types of Mailboxes You May Want to Replace
There are a variety of mailboxes out there to suit the needs of homeowners, renters, apartment dwellers, small businesses, and large commercial complexes. College campuses, military bases, and office buildings also make use of mailboxes in some cases. Some mailboxes are newer than others, and there are differences between some of the newer and older […]
Replace or Repair? Maintaining Your Community Mailboxes
Repairs are always something that property owners must deal with. However, keeping a property well-maintained doesn’t just keep residential and commercial tenants happy and signing new leases each year. It is also required by law and is a vital part in safety. There are many things that must be maintained if you own a property. […]
Making Communities Shine with Customized Mailboxes
When it comes to making any community attractive to prospective residents or buyers, appearance is one of the most important things you can focus on. Property owners, managers, and homeowners’ associations must focus on first impressions. A property’s curb appeal is vital, and is literally that: what new tenants and buyers first see when visiting […]
Making Mailboxes Easy to Find: A Guide for Every Property Type
When managing any type of property, the safe and reliable delivery of mail is one thing that tenants expect. Without it, tenant turnover is high, and property owners will suffer from a loss of revenue. Mail delivery is usually seamless, but there are a few things that can trip up the delivery of mail and […]
Installing Mailboxes That Are Handicap Accessible
Before the Americans With Disabilities Act happened, going out in public was often difficult for those who are wheelchair bound or use walking aids. Ramps were often not available, and buildings rarely allowed enough space for easy access. However, things have changed, and the Act requires that buildings and other essential services allow for easy […]
What Tenants Want for Mail Delivery
When it comes to managing a property, no matter which type, it’s important to juggle the needs of tenants along with other items such as cost and maintenance. Failing to do so can lead to dissatisfied tenants who leave after a lease is up, or worse. Tenant turnover can cost a property owner around $2,500, […]
Handling Outgoing Mail In Your Commercial or Residential Property
When it comes to handling with incoming mail and packages, it’s typical to think of curbside mailboxes, parcel lockers, and centralized mail kiosks. But when it comes to handling outgoing mail for your tenants, whether they be commercial or residential, what comes to mind? Many people think of two things: the local post office, or […]