The 2020 census drives a lot of decision making throughout states, cities, and neighborhoods across the nation, but it’s particularly useful for large, diverse cities like Austin. From financial decisions to political representation, there’s a lot that is decided by how the census is filled out. While the census will be beneficial to governments, it can be even more crucial to Austin homeowners, community managers, and property managers.
With an updated look at the demographics of the community, property owners can determine which amenities are the most important to future and current tenants. As a property manager, it’s crucial to stay on top of how to keep residents happy, and that means predicting changes, coordinating useful activities, and maintaining programs that the tenants need.
While the census is great for giving statistical information on the demographics of an area, it’s paramount to determine the changing needs of communities and how the local, city, and state governments can help.
For the benefit of your current and future tenants, it’s imperative that you understand the community you’re a part of and the community you’re targeting. With that in mind, be sure to recommend that your residents complete the census. Put up flyers on your bulletin boards, send out an email campaign, and even include a notification on your website that will remind residents to complete the census. Direct them to complete the questionnaire online in order to avoid any in-person followups starting in May.
It’s hard to predict how the community will change and how you can continue to help your residents with resources, amenities, and programs that are beneficial to them without the help of the 2020 census. If you have questions on how to get residents to fill out the census or how to create useful activities and programs for your tenants, contact Prism Realty Management. We’re always happy to guide you through the process.
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