Erica Rascón

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Erica Rascón

Erica Rascón specializes in online content creation and social media. She joined Yardi in 2011 after receiving her bachelor's degree from Kennesaw State University and serving in the Peace Corps. Erica's interests include sustainability, philanthropy, and the arts.

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AHA! Santa Barbara

According to the most recent report released by the Center for Disease Control, 22 percent of girls and 18 percent of boys in grades 9-12 reported being bullied at school. The National Association of School Psychologists estimates that is about 3.2 million children who face verbal and physical abuse at the hands of their peers. […]

10 / 15 / 14

Halloween Safety

During this time of year, your office is likely gearing up for ghoul-themed, candy-laden parties for your residents. A few simple tricks can help minimize risks to guests and keep your Halloween party fun and fright free. On the day of the event, you’ll likely be busy running through the office, putting up last minute […]

10 / 10 / 14

WinnResidential

Unstable growth and slashed funding in affordable housing would suggest that the sector is no longer a lucrative investment. But demand soars higher and countless companies are showcasing just how rewarding affordable housing can be. Yardi client WinnResidential, the property management arm of WinnCompanies, reigns as the nation’s largest affordable multifamily property management company as […]

10 / 09 / 14

The Graham Companies

The story of Yardi client, The Graham Companies, is a lesson in adaptability. When life handed him lemons, founder Ernest Graham made more than lemonade. He transformed a failed sugar cane plantation into a profitable town with commercial and residential properties as well as farms for dairy, pecans, and beef. Nearly a century later, The […]

10 / 08 / 14

Senior Star

Yardi client Senior Star offers independent living, assisted living, memory support, and nursing care for seniors at 13 communities throughout the heartlands of the United States. Senior Star has increased its portfolio by a third and its staff base by 43 percent in just a few years.  The growth signals the company’s successful staff training […]

10 / 07 / 14

Buckingham Companies

Buckingham Companies may have forged its identity as a leader in commercial real estate but its multifamily properties have established their own reputation. In 2013 alone, the company received 19 awards for its singular properties. Spreading the word about Buckingham Companies’ award winning properties is an equally distinguished marketing department. The staff was honored with […]

10 / 06 / 14

Maintenance Mobile

When J Turner Research released its list of top ten apartment resident complaints, three of the top five complaints reflected renters’ dissatisfaction with onsite staff’s responsiveness; poor grounds upkeep, disorganized  staff and lingering maintenance requests lessen the chances of lease renewals and referrals. One community has discovered how Yardi Maintenance Mobile keeps staff on top […]

10 / 03 / 14

Hurricane Season

With hurricane season in full swing on both coasts, we can all benefit from a refresher on hurricane preparedness for properties and residents. According to the National Weather Service, last year was relatively calm for hurricanes and tropical storms with property damages totaling just over $10 million. That’s a significant amount yet pales in comparison […]

09 / 30 / 14

Against the Wall

Michael J. Novogradac, a managing partner at Novogradac & Co., estimates that available affordable housing lags behind demand by as many as 20 million units. The funding simply isn’t there. Without it, low-income families and affordable housing providers are running low on options. Aubrey Fakalata, Resident Manager of Yardi client Burbank Housing has experienced the […]

09 / 29 / 14

Cheryl Action Jackson

Minnie’s Food Pantry

The solution was obvious. If you can’t feed 100 people, then feed just one. It was a simple solution to a problem that didn’t exist. At least, that’s what Cheryl Jackson was told. As she educated on food insecurity in the area, many fellow residents pulled her aside to inform her that there were no […]

09 / 19 / 14

7 Security Tips

September is REALTOR Safety Month, an excellent opportunity to spread awareness about security and safety issues facing our industry.  The list below highlights seven safety tips that can keep you safe while working and networking online. Review your company’s internet policy and stick with it. We understand that policies are absolutely positively boring but they […]

09 / 17 / 14

LOBOS

In efforts to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions, commercial real estate leaders are turning to sustainable building and management techniques. While there are countless products and services on the market to improve efficiency in these areas, few offer an unobtrusive option that is designed to interface seamlessly with existing  HVAC control systems in most […]

09 / 15 / 14

Purpose Cities

What sets the blossoming Adelaide, Australia apart from the confines of Palmanova, Italy? It’s a question that many city designers face with a mix of fear and excitement. And with more purpose cities on the horizon, it’s a question better answered sooner than later. City planners may find the answers by taking a look into […]

09 / 10 / 14

Commercial Green

The recent recession may have been the best thing to happen to sustainable commercial building. During those years, sustainable buildings proved their value: sustainable properties experienced lower vacancy rates; builders with green experience fared better than their counterparts; and businesses began to acknowledge green building and renovation for its cost-saving benefits. The environmental benefits were […]

09 / 09 / 14

MultiGen Multifamily

Pew Research reports that there are now more than 57 million Americans living in multi-generational homes.  Traditional single-family products no longer meet the needs of today’s cross-generational households, paving the way for multigen, multifamily communities that offer flexible alternatives. The uptick in multigen housing began in the 80s, inching from 12.1 percent of households to […]

09 / 08 / 14