The July 1 minimum wage increases across Los Angeles are already reshaping payroll budgets, and for property managers in budget season, the impact is immediate. With rates now as high as $17.87/hour in the City of Los Angeles, labor costs are rising faster than many budgets anticipated. For properties with on-site staff, janitorial teams, security, or day porter services, these increases can significantly impact your tenants’ and your properties’ bottom line if not addressed now. But local wage hikes aren’t the only factor driving labor cost pressure. A Perfect Storm of Labor Market Forces Several economic and political developments ...

At CAM Property Services, community is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to making a positive impact in the places where we live, work, and play, contributing our time, resources, and funding to organizations that create meaningful change. One such organization is the Koreatown Youth and Community Center (KYCC), which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. We are proud to honor KYCC’s legacy of service, recognizing its powerful contributions to Los Angeles through youth development, family support, and transformative urban forestry programs. With CAM’s CEO, David Herrera, serving on KYCC’s Board of Directors, our team ...

At CAM Property Services, we believe that great service starts with smart solutions. That’s why we continue to invest in facility maintenance technology that makes it easier and more efficient for property owners and managers to stay on top of their building needs. From real-time updates to streamlined communication, our tech-forward approach to property services helps us deliver faster response times, better outcomes, and an unmatched client experience. Here’s how we’re staying ahead of the competition—and how that benefits you. Smarter Service with Our Client Portal Managing multiple properties is no easy task—but our user-friendly Client Portal simplifies the ...

Introducing the CAM’s Client Success Center: Your go-to hub for seamless, strategic support At CAM Property Services, we understand that time is of the essence for property owners —whether you’re managing a commercial space or a residential property. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our new Client Success Center, a centralized hub designed to improve how we handle service-related inquiries and requests. This new feature is designed with one goal in mind: To streamline communication, enhance efficiency, and deliver the exceptional service you expect from the Property Pros. A single point of contact for all your service needs. Gone ...

Your go-to stop for seamless, strategic support Property management is a lot to juggle - maintenance calls, vendor coordination, tenant needs, and last-minute repairs. That’s why CAM Property Services created the Client Success Center, your all-in-one hub for fast, reliable support. This dedicated resource is designed to make property management easier by streamlining communication, improving response times, and ensuring every service request is handled with expert care. One Point of Contact. Complete Confidence. No more guessing who to call or waiting for updates. The Client Success Center gives property owners and managers one direct line for every service ...

By David Herrera, President & CEO, CAM Property Services“Used correctly, AI isn’t cheating. It’s leverage, and it pulled me back into strategic thinking.”Every year, I commit to a Personal Annual Review,  not as a formality, but as a discipline. This year’s review was guided by a framework shared by Sahil Bloom. The seven questions themselves are simple. The honesty they demand is not.This exercise forced clarity, and clarity drives progress. What follows is a candid reflection on the lessons, discomfort, and hard truths that defined my year.1. What did I change my mind on this year?I didn’t change my mind ...

January often brings change in commercial real estate. New property owners take over assets, property managers take over new portfolios, and service contracts come under review. While evaluating vendors is a natural part of any transition, one critical factor is often overlooked: the value of continuity and established processes. Working with a property maintenance service provider that has documented systems, institutional knowledge, and consistent execution can protect asset value, reduce risk, and ensure a smooth transition, especially during times of change. The Hidden Cost of Vendor Disruption Changing vendors during a property transition may seem like a fresh start, ...