Curb Appeal On a Budget
Creative Landscaping Solutions can Boost a Property’s Appeal Without Breaking the Bank
Diana Mirel

Minority Report
Shift Spurs Increased Cultural Awareness from Property Managers
Janice Rosenberg

Rent Resolutions for a weak economy
IREM Member Reveals Ways to Work with Commercial Tenants in Hard Times
Richard Muhlebach, CPM^®

In The Mix
Versatile Management of Mixed-Income Communities Can Revitalize Neighborhoods
Claire Bushey

Capitol Investment
IREM Member Shares Rewards and Insights from Her Capitol Hill Visit Days
Linda Jackson, CPM^®, RPA

Higher Ground
Juggling Act: Maintain diligence when managing projects and properties

Marketing Solutions
Stay On Message: Focus marketing efforts by knowing your target audience

Green Scene
Dialing For Dollars: Controlling thermostats and temperatures produces low-cost energy savings

Industry News & Notes
Foreclosure filings up a record 81 percent in 2008; Commercial developers seek bailout; Survey indicates drop in apartment demand; New sustainability standard approved for multifamily properties

In Session
IREM Members prepare for the 2009 Capitol Hill Visit Day; Stimulus proposals take aim at climate change; 2009 Legislative outlook: taxes and energy conservation

Famous Properties
Jewel of the Desert: Distinct history and architecture make the Biltmore Resort an icon in Arizona

Regional Outlook
Tropical Opportunities: Hawaii still a bright spot despite overall economic downturn

Gadgets
Spotlight on PDAs

Inside IREM
AMO spotlight on Transwestern Denver; 2010 national officers and RVPs nominated; Know your IREM Code of Professional Ethics, JPM articles translated for international members

IREM Foundation News
Real Estate Management Center succeeds at Saint Augustine’s College

New Products
Product information about beam smoke detectors, hydrogen sulfide gas sensors, cabinet task lights and electric meter bars

Can You Top This?
Spirited Away