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Friday, July 24, 2026 · Belle Isle
TSCL Projects 3.8% COLA for 2027
The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) projects a 3.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2027. This figure represents a 1.0 percentage point increase over the current year's COLA.
Gasoline Prices Fluctuate Amidst Middle East Conflict
Gasoline prices have seen fluctuations in recent periods. These changes coincide with global events impacting maritime commerce, particularly in key oil transit routes. Drivers have experienced uncertainty regarding fuel expenses.
Friday, July 24, 2026
New Federal Law Aims to Broaden Housing Options
A new federal law, enacted in June, introduces changes to housing policy in the United States. The legislation focuses on expanding financing options for accessory dwelling units and manufactured housing. Supporters state the changes represent significant federal housing reform.
Friday, July 24, 2026
OPEC+ Countries Announce Modest Oil Production Increase for August
Seven OPEC+ countries will increase oil production by a combined 188,000 barrels per day in August. The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies made the announcement on Sunday. This adjustment follows recent declines in oil prices.
Friday, July 24, 2026
U.S. Home Prices Reach Record High Amid Slowing Sales
Sales of previously owned homes in the U.S. decreased in June. Simultaneously, a key measure of home prices reached an all-time high. This trend has impacted the affordability for prospective buyers.
Friday, July 24, 2026
DRMP Promotes Three Engineers to Senior Associate
DRMP promoted three licensed engineers to senior associate positions: Nicole Brown, Jonathan Buckner, and Jason Wager.
Friday, July 24, 2026
Orlando Apartment Complexes Turn to Mailroom Automation to Cut Labor Costs
Orlando apartment complexes are cutting mailroom labor costs by 60% through automation systems that sort packages and notify residents electronically.
Friday, July 24, 2026
Orlando Apartments Combat Package Overload With New Tracking Systems
Orlando apartments are adopting structured package tracking to reduce staff burden and cut losses from misplaced deliveries, with systems ranging from dedicated rooms to automated locker solutions.
Friday, July 24, 2026
Orlando Apartment Buildings Struggle With Mail Delivery as Package Volume Surges
Package volumes to Orlando apartments have jumped 150% since 2015. Address problems and noncompliance with USPS standards cause most delivery failures, not carrier errors.
Friday, July 24, 2026
Package Room Management Explained: Boost Multifamily Efficiency
Orlando multifamily communities are adopting package room management, a software-driven approach that offers greater flexibility and security for handling resident deliveries than traditional locker systems.
Friday, July 24, 2026
Orlando Property Managers: Plan Mail Systems Early or Pay for Retrofits
Orlando property managers should coordinate mailbox plans with the postmaster during permitting to avoid costly retrofits.
Friday, July 24, 2026
Orlando Apartment Communities Deploy Smart Lockers to Manage Package Overload
Orlando apartment communities are using smart lockers and AI scanning to cut package management time by up to 60 percent, freeing staff to focus on resident relations.
Friday, July 24, 2026
Orlando Apartments Rush to Meet 2026 Mailroom Modernization Deadline
Orlando apartments face tight deadlines to modernize mailroom operations under new USPS standards, with automated systems offering significant labor savings and compliance benefits.
Friday, July 24, 2026
Orlando Apartments Drown in Packages. Here's How to Fix It.
Package chaos at Orlando apartments stems from weak processes, not theft. Property managers can fix it by assigning staff, creating clear procedures, and tracking metrics.
Friday, July 24, 2026