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Monday, August 24, 2026 · Belle Isle
Study: Most Americans Believe Brands Overcharge Amid Inflation
A recent Omnisend study reveals 85% of Americans think brands use inflation as an excuse for higher prices. This perception correlates with 56% of consumers reportedly stopping purchases from previously favored brands.
Tribal Gaming Regulator Lacks Chairperson Amid Industry Growth
The National Indian Gaming Commission, responsible for a $46 billion tribal gambling industry, faces operational challenges without a chairperson. This leadership vacancy occurs as tribal gaming revenue reached a record high in 2023.
Monday, August 24, 2026
Mortgage Rates Reach One-Year High
The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage reached 6.66 percent on Thursday. This marks the highest level recorded in a year. Analysts point to international conflict and inflation concerns as factors.
Monday, August 24, 2026
U.S. Economy Grows 1.5% Amid Persistent Inflation
The U.S. economy expanded at a 1.5% annual rate in the second quarter. Inflation continued to exceed the central bank's 2% target, impacting household finances.
Monday, August 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.
Monday, August 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.
Monday, August 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.
Monday, August 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.
Monday, August 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.
Monday, August 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.
Monday, August 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.
Monday, August 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.
Monday, August 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.
Monday, August 24, 2026