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Which of the following best describes the role of an anchor store within a shopping mall?
Which of the following best describes the role of an anchor store within a shopping mall?
- To serve as a primary attraction for customers, driving traffic to other stores. (correct)
- To manage the overall maintenance and security of the mall.
- To regulate the pricing strategies of smaller retail tenants.
- To provide short-term leases to new businesses.
A property owner decides to replace the HVAC system in an office building. How would this expenditure be classified?
A property owner decides to replace the HVAC system in an office building. How would this expenditure be classified?
- Corrective Maintenance
- Capital Expense (CAPEX) (correct)
- Operating Budget
- Variable Expense
Why is maintaining a capital reserve budget important for property owners?
Why is maintaining a capital reserve budget important for property owners?
- It provides resources for marketing and tenant acquisition.
- It covers the day-to-day operational costs of the property.
- It is used for immediate corrective maintenance issues.
- It allocates funds for future, long-term property improvements and major repairs. (correct)
A tenant reports a leaking roof in their apartment. Addressing this issue falls under which type of maintenance?
A tenant reports a leaking roof in their apartment. Addressing this issue falls under which type of maintenance?
What legal action does a landlord take to regain possession of a property from a tenant who has violated the lease terms?
What legal action does a landlord take to regain possession of a property from a tenant who has violated the lease terms?
A property manager is entrusted with handling the finances and operations of a property on behalf of the owner. What type of relationship does this describe?
A property manager is entrusted with handling the finances and operations of a property on behalf of the owner. What type of relationship does this describe?
Which type of agent has the broadest authority to act on behalf of a principal?
Which type of agent has the broadest authority to act on behalf of a principal?
In a lease agreement, who is the party that rents the property?
In a lease agreement, who is the party that rents the property?
What is the name of the property owner or entity who rents property to another party?
What is the name of the property owner or entity who rents property to another party?
Which document outlines the responsibilities and scope of authority for a property manager hired by a property owner?
Which document outlines the responsibilities and scope of authority for a property manager hired by a property owner?
Prior to being hired, a potential property manager typically presents what document to a property owner to outline their proposed services?
Prior to being hired, a potential property manager typically presents what document to a property owner to outline their proposed services?
What type of budget is used by the property manager for day-to-day operations, maintenance, and repairs for a specific period?
What type of budget is used by the property manager for day-to-day operations, maintenance, and repairs for a specific period?
What type of residential development is characterized by high-density housing and shared community spaces?
What type of residential development is characterized by high-density housing and shared community spaces?
Regularly scheduled inspections of plumbing and electrical systems in a building are examples of what?
Regularly scheduled inspections of plumbing and electrical systems in a building are examples of what?
A real estate firm that manages properties for various owners is engaged in what?
A real estate firm that manages properties for various owners is engaged in what?
A property manager provides which report to the owner, detailing income, expenses, and financial performance of the property?
A property manager provides which report to the owner, detailing income, expenses, and financial performance of the property?
Who is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of a property, acting on behalf of the owner?
Who is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of a property, acting on behalf of the owner?
A property manager who lives on-site at the property they manage is known as what?
A property manager who lives on-site at the property they manage is known as what?
What aspect of property ownership involves identifying potential threats to the property's value and developing strategies to minimize those threats?
What aspect of property ownership involves identifying potential threats to the property's value and developing strategies to minimize those threats?
What is the term for a long-term projection of a property's income and expenses, often used for strategic planning?
What is the term for a long-term projection of a property's income and expenses, often used for strategic planning?
What is a key characteristic of a tenancy for years lease agreement?
What is a key characteristic of a tenancy for years lease agreement?
Which of the following property expenses is most likely to fluctuate, based on property occupancy or usage?
Which of the following property expenses is most likely to fluctuate, based on property occupancy or usage?
A property owner wants to ensure the long-term financial health of their building. They should prioritize which of the following?
A property owner wants to ensure the long-term financial health of their building. They should prioritize which of the following?
A commercial property manager notices a significant increase in vacancies. What strategy would best address this?
A commercial property manager notices a significant increase in vacancies. What strategy would best address this?
A tenant consistently pays rent late, violating the lease agreement. What is the property manager's most appropriate first step?
A tenant consistently pays rent late, violating the lease agreement. What is the property manager's most appropriate first step?
A property management company is hired to manage a large apartment complex. What is the most critical initial step?
A property management company is hired to manage a large apartment complex. What is the most critical initial step?
A property manager is presented with two potential capital improvement projects: a new roof or updated landscaping. Which factor should be prioritized in the decision-making process?
A property manager is presented with two potential capital improvement projects: a new roof or updated landscaping. Which factor should be prioritized in the decision-making process?
A prospective tenant with a large dog applies to rent an apartment in a building with a 'no pets' policy. What is the appropriate course of action for the property manager?
A prospective tenant with a large dog applies to rent an apartment in a building with a 'no pets' policy. What is the appropriate course of action for the property manager?
A property manager discovers a hazardous material leak within a commercial building they manage. What is their most immediate responsibility?
A property manager discovers a hazardous material leak within a commercial building they manage. What is their most immediate responsibility?
What is the BEST approach for a property manager to minimize financial risks associated with property ownership?
What is the BEST approach for a property manager to minimize financial risks associated with property ownership?
When creating an operating budget for a property, what aspect requires the MOST accurate forecasting?
When creating an operating budget for a property, what aspect requires the MOST accurate forecasting?
How should a property manager handle a situation where a tenant requests a modification to their unit to accommodate a disability?
How should a property manager handle a situation where a tenant requests a modification to their unit to accommodate a disability?
A commercial lease includes a clause that requires the tenant to pay a portion of the property's operating expenses. This is an example of what type of lease?
A commercial lease includes a clause that requires the tenant to pay a portion of the property's operating expenses. This is an example of what type of lease?
What is a primary benefit of implementing regular preventative maintenance at a property?
What is a primary benefit of implementing regular preventative maintenance at a property?
A property manager has a conflict of interest that could affect their duties to the property owner. What should they do?
A property manager has a conflict of interest that could affect their duties to the property owner. What should they do?
A property management agreement is terminated. What is the property manager's responsibility regarding tenant security deposits?
A property management agreement is terminated. What is the property manager's responsibility regarding tenant security deposits?
When should a property manager consider increasing the amount allocated to the Capital Reserve Budget?
When should a property manager consider increasing the amount allocated to the Capital Reserve Budget?
A shopping mall's anchor tenant unexpectedly closes its location. What immediate strategies should the property manager implement?
A shopping mall's anchor tenant unexpectedly closes its location. What immediate strategies should the property manager implement?
A tenant in a 'tenancy for years' lease vacates the property before the lease term expires without the landlord's consent. What is the tenant's potential liability?
A tenant in a 'tenancy for years' lease vacates the property before the lease term expires without the landlord's consent. What is the tenant's potential liability?
A municipality announces a significant increase in property taxes for the upcoming year. How should a property manager BEST prepare for this change?
A municipality announces a significant increase in property taxes for the upcoming year. How should a property manager BEST prepare for this change?
Flashcards
Anchor Stores
Anchor Stores
A key tenant, typically a large store in a shopping mall, often a department store or major retail chain.
Capital Expense (CAPEX)
Capital Expense (CAPEX)
Expenditures that create future value, such as upgrading a building to add value or extend its life.
Capital Reserve Budget
Capital Reserve Budget
Money set aside for long-term capital expenditures on a property.
Corrective Maintenance
Corrective Maintenance
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Eviction
Eviction
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Fiduciary
Fiduciary
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General Agent
General Agent
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Lessee
Lessee
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Lessor
Lessor
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Management Agreement
Management Agreement
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Management Proposal
Management Proposal
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Operating Budget
Operating Budget
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Planned Unit Development
Planned Unit Development
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Preventative Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance
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Property Management
Property Management
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Property Management Report
Property Management Report
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Property Manager
Property Manager
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Resident Manager
Resident Manager
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Risk Management
Risk Management
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Stabilized Budget
Stabilized Budget
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Tenancy for Years
Tenancy for Years
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Variable Expense
Variable Expense
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Study Notes
- Anchor Stores: Major retailers, like Macy's or Nordstrom, that are key tenants in shopping malls and attract customers.
- Capital Expense (CAPEX): Spending money on upgrades to a building to increase its value and/or extend its life.
- Capital Reserve Budget: Funds allocated by a property owner for long-term capital expenditures on a property.
- Corrective Maintenance: Fixing problems at a property to restore it to an acceptable condition
- Eviction: A landlord's legal process to regain possession of a property.
- Fiduciary: A person handling business, money, or property for someone else, requiring trust and confidence.
- General Agent: Someone authorized to handle all types of business for a principal.
- Lessee: A renter of property under a lease.
- Lessor: A property owner who rents to a lessee.
- Management Agreement: A contract between a property owner and a manager.
- Management Proposal: Details the manager's responsibilities when hired by a property owner.
- Operating Budget: Money set aside for a property manager to effectively manage a property during a specific period.
- Planned Unit Development: A residential project with dense housing clusters surrounded by shared open spaces maintained by a community association.
- Preventative Maintenance: Regular upkeep of property and equipment to prevent major repairs or replacements.
- Property Management: Overseeing residential, commercial, or industrial real estate, often for another owner, and typically compensated with a fee or percentage of rent.
- Property Management Report: A regular accounting report from the property manager to the owner, detailing income and expenses.
- Property Manager: The person or company responsible for the daily operations of a property.
- Resident Manager: A property manager who lives on-site.
- Risk Management: Efforts to control and reduce risks associated with property ownership.
- Stabilized Budget: A 3-5 year forecast of income and expenses for a property.
- Tenancy for Years: A lease for a fixed term that ends automatically without notice on a specific date known from the start.
- Variable Expense: Property costs that fluctuate depending on the property's operations.
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