TurboTenant CEO Aims to Redefine ‘Malevolent Landlord’ Image
Landlords have historically been saddled with the reputation of the bad guy. There have certainly been plenty of bad actors, but as most well-meaning landlords…
RealPage-Yardi Lawsuits Show the Folly of Focussing Only on Revenue
For years, real estate companies have been using technology to help them maximize the revenue of their properties. Many multifamily landlords use software created by…
Much-Needed Progress in Mixed-Income Multifamily Housing Arrives
The race to fill the gaping hole in housing in the U.S. continues with developers delivering apartment properties at a rapid pace across the country,…
Are Rising Temperatures Causing a Shift in U.S. Migration Patterns?
Global temperatures are on the rise and the scientific consensus attributes a significant portion of this warming to man-made climate change. The years between 2015…
Suburban Residential and Office Rents Outpace Some Urban Markets
A lot of ink has been spilled about Americans fleeing dense, urban areas for places with more space and, hopefully, lower housing costs over the…
The Impact of Rising Multifamily Insurance Rates on Rent
Insuring commercial real estate is becoming harder, and the multifamily sector is no exception. Property insurance rates continue to soar as insurers aim to mitigate…
ESG Is Transforming the Multifamily Real Estate Landscape
I have to be honest, when I first heard the term ESG, I doubted how much it would be adopted by the real estate industry.…
How to Mitigate E-bike Fire Risks in Your Apartment Complex
If you think you’re seeing an increasing number of electronic bikes on the streets, it’s because you are. They’re economical, convenient, and sustainable, and their…
Landlords Should Be Cautious When Using AI
AI is one of the most important technological developments of our time. It has the potential to automate almost any repetitive task and even interact…
A Changing Housing Market Has Led to the Rise of ‘Attainable’ Housing Brands
It’s no secret that housing costs have gone up in the last few decades—a lot. Buying a home has become extremely expensive in many cities…