Capital Investment
Improvements are Possible with Creativity and Foresight
Claire Bushey

Dealing with Disaster
IREM Members Survive the Midwest Floods of 2008
Janice Rosenberg

Getting Back to Basics
Analyzing Residential Operations and Diversifying Services Will Strengthen Your Company in a Challenging Economy
Barbara Holland, CPM^®

How to Negotiate with Tenants in a Tough Economy
Alan Alexander and Richard Muhlebach, CPM^®

Understanding EPA's New Renovation, Repair & Painting Rule
Now is the Time to Prepare for Compliance
Jack Anderson

Higher Ground
Trust in Training: Uphold your duty to employees by keeping them informed and prepared

Marketing Solutions
Opportune Times: Improve marketing by investing in technology and tenant service

Green Scene
Lighten Your Load: Reduce energy consumption in buildings by unplugging electronics

My Perspective
Close Connections: Make the most of your IREM family relationships

Industry News & Notes
Legislation to support building safety re-introduced; Michigan proposal puts LEED power in local hands; Wind turbine use grows in United States; Report finds sustainability to be recession proof

In Session
2009 IREM and CCIM Institute Capitol Hill Visit Day a success; IREM adopts new statements of policy; Federal Reserve expands TALF loans

Famous Properties
Windy City Icon: The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago building exudes a sense of pride and prosperity

Regional Outlook
Hitting Back Hard: Gulf Coast states provide opportunities for experienced property managers

Inside IREM
RVP discusses troubled times in Region 2; Ethics Boards Active at 2009 LLS; 2008 Chapter Award Winners named; Sneak peak at Success Series 2009

Gadgets
Acer Aspire Netbook, Mimo portable monitor and Kindle Reader for iPhone are spotlighted

Ductape
Cloud Coverage: IREM Member shares software strategies for economizing your tech budget

New Products
Product information about hand dryers, retrofit kits for HVAC, air duct cleaners and rust guard coatings

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