IREM Makes News
Every day, IREM works with the media to stimulate news coverage about the organization, its programs and services, its legislative and issues advocacies, and its members' expertise. Following are highlights of the outstanding coverage that appeared recently in national, regional, and local media outlets.

“Who's The Landlord?”
Content that Works (CTW) Features -Syndicated on January 17, 2012
IREM 2012 Secretary/Treasurer Joe Greenblatt, CPM, is quoted extensively in  this story, which will soon appear in daily newspapers around the country.

“Managing the Tool Kit”
Commercial Property Executive - January 2012 Issue
This article - which focuses on the need for real estate managers to strategically manage technology driven property management tools – includes quotes from IREM Senior Vice President Lori Burger, CPM; IREM 2012 Secretary-Treasurer Joe Greenblatt, CPM; and IREM Member Yvonne Jones, CPM.

“Markets Luring Landlords”
Content that Works (CTW) Features – Syndicated nationwide in January 2012
IREM 2012 President Jim Evans, CPM, is quoted in this story, which has appeared in daily newspapers across the country including the Morning Call (Allentown, PA) , The Journal-Register (Springfield, IL) , Press – Enterprise (Riverside, CA), Daily Journal (Kankakee, IL), Sunday Eagle (Wichita, KS) ..and many more.

“Credentialed Real Estate Managers Enhance Bottom Line for Building Owners, Investors”
Real Estate Weekly – Nov. 16, 2011 Edition
Bylined feature story by IREM 2012 President Jim Evans, CPM

“Are You Ready to Be a Landlord?”
Wall Street Journal - Nov. 12, 2011 Edition
IREM 2012 President Jim Evans, CPM, is quoted in this story.

“Property Management Issues, Trends and Best Practices”
Commercial Real Estate Show - Nov. 5 Edition
The "Commercial Real Estate Show" is a national talk radio show heard weekly on the Internet at www.CREShow.com. The Nov. 5 show featured a 15-minute interview with IREM  2012 President Jim Evans, CPM , at the beginning of the show in which Jim talked extensively about the value of IREM membership.

“5 Rules for Short-Term House Rental”
U.S. News & World Report - Nov. 7, 2011 issue
This story includes quotes from IREM Member and New York Capitol Regional Chapter No. 93 President Jesse Holland, CPM.

“Earning an Encore”
Commercial Property Executive - November issue
This article - which focuses on how real estate managers are front and center in the tenant retention process - includes quotes from IREM 2012 Secretary-Treasurer Joe Greenblatt, CPM; IREM Senior Vice President Julie Muir, CPM; Past IREM President Jo Anne Corbitt, CPM; and IREM Member Michael Daniels, CPM.

“Building Commissioning Comes of Age”
Commercial Property Executive - November issue
This article - which highlights how measuring property performance can uncover surprising disparities - includes quotes from IREM 2012 President-elect Beth Machen, CPM, and IREM Member Steven Ring.

“4 Pitfalls First-Time Real Estate Investors Can Avoid”
U.S. News & World Report - Sept. 15, 2011
This story includes extensive quotes from IREM 2011 President-elect Jim Evans, CPM.

“Six Mistakes Housing Investors Make”
Wall Street Journal - September 10, 2011
This article quotes IREM Member Michael McCreary,CPM, and mentions IREM at the end as a resource for finding real estate managers.

“On the Front Lines”
Commercial Property Executive - September issue
This article - which talks about how emergency response planning has evolved since 9/11 and offers suggestions for future improvements - includes quotes from IREM Past President Richard Muhlebach, CPM, and IREM Member Debbie Mistick, CPM. It also references the IREM publication "Before Disaster Strikes."

“Entrepreneurial Insights”
August 5, 2011 Internet Radio Broadcast on the VoiceAmerica Business Network. IREM 2011 President-elect Jim Evans, CPM, is one of two guests on this hour-long program focusing on operating, buying and selling property management companies, including key facts about this industry sector overall.

“Partners in Service”
Commercial Property Executive - July issue
In this article, IREM Senior Vice President Lori Burger, CPM, and IREM Members Ellen Darling, CPM, Robert Britigan, CPM, and Jesse Holland, CPM, discuss how managing vendors goes beyond picking the lowest bid and the role of vendors as "partners in service."

“Jet-setting IREM Boss on Mission to Make Management Miles Better”
Real Estate Weekly - June 15 issue
Exclusive interview with IREM 2011 President Ron Goss, CPM

“Response Time”
Multi-Housing News - June issue
IREM Member John (Jack) Gallagher, CPM, a past IREM president, talks about dealing with maintenance requests. Some of the story content is drawn from the IREM publication "Managing Your Maintenance Programs…," co-authored by Gallagher.

“Investors in Training”
Commercial Property Executive - June issue
In the article, IREM Past Presidents Randy Woodbury, CPM, and Bob Toothaker, CPM - joined by IREM Senior Vice President Joe Greenblatt, CPM - talk about how novice property owners need guidance, patience - and the chance to set their own expectations.

“By the Dashboard Light”
Multifamily Executive - May 2011
In this article, IREM Senior Vice President Joe Greenblatt, CPM, talks about how executive dashboards leverage near-real-time information to help apartment professionals stay nimble.

“Income Property and Investment Talk”
May 11, 2011 Internet Radio broadcast on the VoiceAmerica Business Network
Exclusive interview with Jesse Holland, CPM, President of IREM's New York Capital Region Chapter No. 93. Topic of the program: Is Multifamily Still the Best Play for Real Estate Investors?

“Staying Competitive”
Multi-Housing News - May issue
IREM Member John (Jack) Gallagher, CPM, contributes to a story about creating value - and reducing turnover - in existing communities by improving customer satisfaction.

“IREM Approves First Chapter in China”
GlobeSt.com - April 26, 2011
Nancye Kirk, IREM's Chief Strategy Officer and VP of Global Services, provides details about the new chapter.

“5 Risks for Property Management Newbies”
REALTOR Magazine - April/May 2011 issue
Barbara Holland, CPM, identifies common mistakes.

“What Are the Best Opportunities for Generating Income Now?”
REALTOR Magazine - April 2011 issue
IREM 2011 President Ron Goss, CPM, suggests becoming a property manager…and explains why.

“Full Participation Renters' Insurance: Is it Right for Your Property?”
Lowes for Pros - April 2011 issue
Extensive comments from IREM Senior Vice President Joe Greenblatt, CPM

“Get Ahead and Stay There - with the Institute of Real Estate Management”
The Real Estate Professional - March 8, 2011
Feature article bylined by IREM President Ron Goss, CPM

“Asset and Property Management Strategies”
Commercial Real Estate Show - Feb. 26 edition
The "Commercial Real Estate Show" is a national talk radio show heard weekly on the Internet at www.CREShow.com). The Feb. 26 show featured a  panel discussion during the last 45 minutes of the one-hour program  that included extensive participation by IREM 2011 President, Ron Goss, CPM and IREM 2011 Secretary/Treasurer Beth Machen, CPM.

“No Stone Unturned”
Commercial Property Executive - February issue
Comments from IREM Members Jesse Holland, CPM; Pedro Vermales, CPM; and Yvone Jones, CPM. Also, charts and information drawn from IREM's 2010 Income/Expense Analysis Report, Office Buildings.

“Why Certifications are Flourishing”
REBusinessOnline.com - Feb. 4 - 11, 2011
Feature article bylined by IREM President Ron Goss, CPM

“Full Contact”
Multi-Housing News - December issue
Extensive comments from IREM Member Jesse Holland, CPM, President of IREM's New York Capital Region Chapter No. 93 and an Immediate Past IREM Regional Vice President.

“Income Property and Investment Talk”
Nov. 10, 2011 Internet Radio broadcast on the VoiceAmerica Business Network Exclusive interview with IREM 2011 President Ronald L. Goss, CPM, and President-elect James A. Evans, CPM.

“Dollars and Sense”
Commercial Property Executive - November issue
Comments from IREM 2011 President Ron Goss, CPM; President-elect Jim Evans, CPM; Senior Vice President Madeleine Abel, CPM; and IREM Members Julie Muir, CPM, and Greg Carbone, CPM.

“Tough Calls”
The COOPERATOR - October issue
Extensive comments from IREM Senior Vice President Lori Burger, CPM, and IREM Member Mary Faith Radcliffe, CPM.

“Specify Your Lease Options for Commercial Customers”
LowesforPros - October 2010
Extensive comments from past IREM President Richard Muhlebach, CPM