THE APARTLINK
Advantage
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Reduce use of paper
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Reduce environmental impact by sharing energy strategies with residents
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Save on labour costs by not having to print out and send paper copies to every resident unit
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Save on operational costs by posting upcoming maintenance projects and giving contractors the ability to apply for jobs directly
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Reduced maintenance costs by posting tenders on jobs board and having contractors bid
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Provide cost saving opportunities for residents by providing a platform for them to book contractors and maintenance specialists in tandem with other residents
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Opportunities for residents to take advantage of close to home services and help their neighbours promote their businesses
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Opportunities for residents to liase to work on projects to reduce expenses (i.e., gardening)
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Increased sense of community by involving residents in community events
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Increased democracy by allowing residents to vote on more key issues
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Increased transparency by making residents aware of issues they would not normally be privy
Motivation Behind Idea
1. Communication can be tricky, expensive and time consuming. Why not create a way in which condo boards/property management companies could communicate more productively and efficiently with residents?
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2. Take advantage of the largest untapped resource... community. Why not build a sense of community by facilitating meaningful connections between residents?
3. Condo fees keep going up. up. up. Why not provide real solutions to keeping condo/HOA fees lower? Why not create opportunities for residents to advertise their businesses, provide a service, and buy/sell items at their leisure?