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A joint study conducted by the University of Alabama and the University of Texas at Arlington quantified the impact of exterior aesthetics and confirmed what real estate agents, developers, and HOAs have probably always known: Curb appeal can maximize property values. Read More

As a leader in your community, you have a responsibility to ensure it is safe and secure. After all, an increase in crime – or nearly any crime incident – in your community will significantly lower home values. By working with your board members, HOA manager, and residents, you can take proactive steps to make... Read More

Along the southeast coast, it seems like an annual occurrence to prepare for a hurricane. While major hurricanes are on the news, even a small tropical storm can significantly impact your commercial and investment properties. Managing and maintaining your commercial property before, during, and after a tropical weather event can be complex and require your full attention. Read More

We are proud to have a passionate group of leaders who guide our day-to-day operations and long-term strategic planning to better serve our clients. They are a driving force in the commercial real estate industry and mentors for the next generation of facility and property managers. One person that encompasses everything that makes Berman special... Read More

When creating the perfect community, knowing who to rely on for the upkeep and security is the most important. The residents of your community will have concerns about the look, feel, and safety of the area – therefore, focusing your attention on those issues will spell success for you overall.  Utilizing an outsourced property services... Read More

One of the communities Berman manages, Lake Nona, recently hosted a premiere multi-day event with golfing, music, and celebrations. The event came to us on the heels of a relationship built up for many years between Hilton, Lake Nona, and Berman.  The concert series occurred over the course of three nights and had headliners such... Read More

Security is always a top priority. Therefore, it’s crucial to find the best option out there for your business property. While it is tempting to go with a technology-only approach, you also need the human element to be truly secure.  Onsite security patrols can only get you so far. By adding technology, you are ensuring... Read More

When running a campus, you should consider whether or not the image you present is well put together and appealing. Being in charge of that image can be challenging, especially when you outsource to multiple vendors to make it happen. It is hard to do great things for your campus with less in today’s changing... Read More

As the economy shows signs of cooling off, CFOs and other senior corporate stakeholders are likely to consider ways to become as financially efficient as possible. We know from previous times of economic uncertainty that the facilities budget is often one of the first on the chopping block. While it might be tempting to cut... Read More

In previous blog posts, we discussed how bundling your facility services can increase your financial flexibility and improve your aesthetics.  When you work with one company that performs all services, like landscaping, all maintenance tasks, repairs, pressure washing and janitorial, you can reduce disruptions and interruptions that end up affecting your tenants or customers. Still,... Read More

If you have been involved with planning an event or party, you know it takes a lot of work, and things don’t always go as planned. When planning an event for hundreds or even thousands of people at a campus event or conference, the risk increases exponentially.  A facility manager and their team can significantly... Read More

The workplace has evolved significantly since the pandemic, and our perception of the workplace has also changed. There’s growing evidence that workers are emphasizing well-being more and are unhappy with their current situation at work.  According to a recent Gallup survey, only 24% of employees strongly agree that their employer cares about their overall well-being.... Read More