Risk Management: What to Do When Bad Things Happen - IREM PropertyCon 2025

When:

April 23, 2025 at 10:15am – 11:05am EDT

People:

William P. Cannon, III

Location:

Sheraton Boston Hotel

39 Dalton St.

Boston, MA 02199

This session will equip you with the knowledge and skills to handle difficult situations such as evictions, lawsuits, accidents, and other unfortunate circumstances at your properties. We’ll discuss legal requirements, best practices for conflict resolution, and strategies to mitigate risks. Learn how to navigate these challenges while maintaining professionalism, complying with landlord-tenant laws, and preserving a positive property environment.

Learning Objectives:

  • Review situations that can derail a property’s profitability by exposing it to risk
  • Explain key strategies for mitigating risk when bad things happen
  • Explore methods for anticipating difficult situations before they happen and creating a response plan

*An additional session of Risk Management: What to Do When Bad Things Happen will be held on April 23rd, 2025, from 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM ET. 

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