Operations

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    How Jonathan Rose Cos. plans affordable housing projects

    The mission-based multifamily developer recently tapped Brandon Kearse to help expand its portfolio in high-opportunity areas.

    By Danielle McLean • Feb. 13, 2026
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    UDR expects to be a net seller in 2026

    The REIT’s early 2025 lease-expiration management strategy helped it weather Q4 and set it up for 1.5% to 2% blended lease rate growth in 2026.

    By • Feb. 12, 2026
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    Artificial Intelligence

    Multifamily Dive breaks down the most important trends in this rapidly-developing technology for apartment owners, operators and managers.  

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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    Northern California strength, lower concessions drive positive Q4 for Essex

    The California-based REIT saw revenue, expenses and NOI all increase in the fourth quarter, per its Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings report.

    By Danielle McLean • Feb. 11, 2026
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    Equity Residential saw AI, automation bump in 2025

    The REIT expects to see the most rent growth in New York City and San Francisco, EQR executives said on a fourth-quarter and full-year earnings call.

    By • Feb. 10, 2026
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    Camden looks to double down on the Sun Belt

    The REIT expects rental conditions to improve in the region, as apartment supply is absorbed throughout 2026.

    By • Feb. 9, 2026
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    AvalonBay expects 2026 growth amid tighter multifamily supply

    The Arlington, Virginia-based REIT is bullish on build-to-rent development, executives said on the fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 earnings call.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    Activist investor pushes Veris to sell itself

    In a letter, Goldman Sachs and Cedars alum Bruce Schanzer said the REIT’s apartment properties trade at a discount to net asset value of over 30%.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    MAA says concessions in the 5-week range on Q4 earnings call

    The REIT’s executives think declining supply and continued strong demand will provide a boost as 2026 progresses.

    By • Feb. 5, 2026
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    What multifamily leaders need to watch in 2026

    Apartment pros are eyeing declining supply, accessible capital and more distressed properties on the market as they position themselves for opportunities this year.

    By Multifamily Dive Staff • Jan. 30, 2026
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    MAA settles RealPage suit for $53M

    The multifamily landlord and dozens of peer firms were accused of antitrust behavior related to use of the rent-setting software.

    By • Jan. 29, 2026
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    Deep Dive // 2026 Outlook

    Will apartment executive hiring pick up in 2026? Recruiters weigh in.

    Senior-level hiring slowed when acquisition and development dealmaking dropped, but some multifamily firms are gearing up for an aggressive approach in 2026.

    By • Jan. 27, 2026
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    A data-driven playbook for building a high-performing multifamily marketing funnel

    From awareness to lease — learn dynamic strategies to convert leads into loyal residents.

    Jan. 26, 2026
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    Southern Land Co. bets on Vegas, NYC

    Nashville-based SLC has hired industry vet Lisa McDonnell to help manage its expanding portfolio and make a mark in multifamily housing.

    By Danielle McLean • Jan. 23, 2026
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    How Hilton and Placemakr are redefining hotel accommodations

    Following Hilton’s debut of Apartment Collection, Placemakr CEO Jason Fudin shares how the hospitality providers aim to institutionalize apartment-style stays amid the segment’s rapid growth.

    By Jenna Graber • Jan. 20, 2026
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    Affirm to offer BNPL for rent

    The buy now, pay later player is one of the first to offer pay later installment financing for tenants paying their monthly rent.

    By Patrick Cooley • Jan. 16, 2026
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    Daniel Management Group adds Ian Bingham as SVP of business development

    The veteran executive, alongside newly appointed maintenance leader Gzim Durakovic, joins the firm as it looks to expand its footprint.

    By • Jan. 15, 2026
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    Jonathan Rose Cos. names new president

    In his new role, Brandon Kearse will drive strategy and oversee operations across acquisitions, recapitalizations and investor relations for the sustainable, affordable housing developer.

    By • Jan. 14, 2026
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    LaSalle completes $250M investment with Cortland

    The move came less than a month after the real estate investment manager increased its joint venture with UDR by $230 million.

    By • Jan. 12, 2026
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    How Cypress is building an affordable housing platform

    Founder and CEO Michael Sorochinsky sees opportunities to buy out long-time owners and pursue operating companies.

    By • Jan. 6, 2026
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    Deep Dive // 2026 Outlook

    5 multifamily trends to watch in 2026

    Distress should increase in the year, but supply burning off could also lead to more sales, apartment pros say.

    By • Jan. 6, 2026
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    Oakline acquires Drucker + Falk

    The move comes less than three months after Alpine Investors launched Oakline Properties and purchased Cirrus Asset Management.

    By • Dec. 19, 2025
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    Rockrose Development suffers security breach affecting 47,000 people

    The New York City-based firm recently found that unauthorized individuals hacked its systems and claimed to have acquired confidential information.

    By • Dec. 18, 2025
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    Why Madison Communities tripled down on Asheville

    The North Carolina-based multifamily developer sees a lot of upside in the long-term fundamentals of the mountain town.

    By • Dec. 12, 2025
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    Multifamily’s notable executive moves of the fall

    September, October and November 2025 brought promotions at TruAmerica, a new CEO at RealPage and the departure of Elme's chief information officer.

    By • Dec. 9, 2025
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    Hudson Valley Property Group acquires 170 units in New Jersey

    The firm is planning approximately $7.6 million in renovations to modernize the affordable buildings and enhance energy efficiency and security.

    By • Dec. 8, 2025