I am very excited about something I have been planning for a while. It started as an idea that I shared with my local Apartment Asssociation and I was told they are going to try something similar. For my properties though, here is what I am planning for a Renewal Party. I am inviting Residents to tour some of our Residents' beautifully furnished apartments in a progressive Open House. The tour will culminate with everyone touring a Vacant. The Vacant will feature all the upgrades they may choose when they renew their lease(s). They don't get to choose ALL unless they are willing to pay upcharges (and I know I will have some that will do that.) While they are looking around, I will be having a catered dinner prepared and being served on the patio and adjoining yard, to which I refer to as the outdoor living room. Regardless of whether or not someone chooses an upgrade, Residents will be able to meet others, eat (and who doesn't like that?) and perhaps get some new decorating ideas to use in their own homes. I believe I will have a lot of participation and renewals. After the party is over, I will hold a drawing for various items, including dinners, gift cards to HomeGoods, Pier 1, Target, etc. Residents won't need to stay all night - they'll be notified the next day on our Facebook page. I am looking forward to this!