The Estate Management Systems Blog
The EMS team is here to help you navigate the ins and outs of managing luxury properties and lifestyles — from anywhere
Eight Quick Tips For Creating Really Great Checklists
Improve communication and your staff’s work performance
Not Sure If You Need A Digital House Manual? Take This Quick Test
Here’s how to tell if you’re ready and what systems might be right for your level of service.
6 Steps To Determine If You Need To Hire Another Housekeeper
I recently had an estate manager reach out for feedback. She’s getting ready to step into a new position and the position’s current staff didn’t seem adequate for the square footage of house. Here’s what I suggested she do.
Are You Looking For Work Right Now? If So, Read On…
As estate managers, we are not all the same. If you’re having trouble standing out from the crowd and attracting the right employer, let me help explain how to change that.
Protecting Estate Landscapes And Gardens
As estate managers for UHNW properties, we tend to agree that landscaping can be our worst nightmare. A lawn fungus before an event can spark chaos and force an 11th-hour re-sodding. An orchard infestation can take your citrus grove from spectacular to lackluster overnight. A dead tree can be a source of…
The Upside Of Digital Systems For Managing Your Estate
Learn what’s wrong with a traditional house manual, and why it’s critical to capture your household information in a secure online format.