Estate Management Network

Archives

Category: Project Management

Wardrobes as Systems, Not Closets

When a wardrobe is treated as a system rather than a collection of clothes, it becomes one of the most effective ways to elevate how a household operates. Fewer interruptions. Fewer last-minute scrambles. More consistency, confidence, and ease for the principal.

Read More »

Post-Hurricane Property Inspection

As we face increasingly severe hurricanes due to climate change, it becomes critical to have a plan in place for post-storm recovery. We’ve updated our guide to incorporate new technologies and considerations that have emerged to enhance your efforts. 

Read More »

EM Templates: Maintenance Planner

If you’ve ever received a call asking ‘Where are we on fixing the _____ “ you’ll understand the value of having the answer immediately available. A simple spreadsheet can provide a quick reference that can be used for answering that question, as well as planning, budgeting, tracking and reporting status and outcomes.

Read More »

Ask an Expert – Leo Crane on Owner’s Representation.

For our inaugural ‘Ask an Expert’ chat, I had the opportunity to speak about Owner’s Representation with Leo Crane, the founder of Summit Point Consulting. Our conversation shed light on the role of an owner’s representative and the multifaceted challenges and strategies inherent in project management.

Read More »

Creating a Punch List

A punch list is a document that outlines the remaining tasks or issues that need to be addressed before a project is considered complete. It typically includes minor repairs, touch-ups, and other small items that must be finished or corrected before the project can be officially closed out. We have created a template to organize the process.

Read More »

Coastal California Story Pole Surveys

If you have managed a construction project in Los Angeles County, particularly in Malibu, you may have been asked to submit your ‘story pole survey’ to the Planning and Zoning Committee. So, what’s a story pole?

Read More »