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    It’s budget season for multifamily marketers: 5 tips to get ready

    As you plan your marketing budget for next year, build the foundation for leasing success in 2027.

    By Apartments.com • Aug. 24, 2026
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    Multifamily operators take measured approach to AI maintenance

    While there are opportunities in data analysis and predictive maintenance, the technology should be a tool, not a replacement for technicians, experts say.

    By Keith Loria • Aug. 21, 2026
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    Top 5 stories from Multifamily Dive

    A roundup of some of Multifamily Dive’s top stories so far this year.

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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    Camden CEO talks Sun Belt optimism, EQR-AVB merger

    In conversation with Multifamily Dive, Alex Jessett explains why "every 25- to 34-year-old in America" wants to live in Nashville or Austin and why newly formed Vivmark has "no impact" on the REIT.

    By • Aug. 19, 2026
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    Extreme indoor heat is a housing violation, Arizona warns landlords

    The state’s most recent lawsuit against Tucson landlords reflects a nationwide movement to establish maximum indoor temperatures for rental housing.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Aug. 18, 2026
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    Apartment REITs see Sun Belt momentum in latest earnings

    During second-quarter earnings calls, multifamily leaders reported moderating supply and resilient demand.

    By • Aug. 10, 2026
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    Camden solidifies Sun Belt expansion after selling California portfolio

    In a second-quarter earnings call, the REIT’s leaders stressed low turnover and more new leases yielded encouraging signs for Q3.

    By Danielle McLean • Aug. 6, 2026
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    MAA expects Sun Belt recovery to boost late-summer rents

    The REIT is seeing cautious renters amid lingering supply, but with a high level of inbound migration to its properties, executives expect an unusually strong third quarter. 

    By Keith Loria • Aug. 4, 2026
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    Equity Residential, AvalonBay announce name of combined firm: Vivmark Residential

    The name reflects “a company determined to set a new standard for the experience of home,” said Benjamin Schall, AvalonBay CEO and incoming CEO of Vivmark Residential.

    By • July 31, 2026
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    8 notable interviews with multifamily pros this summer

    Executives from Morgan Properties, Alliance Residential and LV Collective tackle apartment acquisitions and design.

    By • July 30, 2026
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    UDR raises guidance amid slowing supply, employment growth

    In its second-quarter earnings call, the Colorado-based apartment REIT announced that it is letting its debt and preferred equity program sunset.

    By • July 29, 2026
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    AvalonBay, Equity Residential beat FFO estimates in Q2

    The “merger of equals” partners raised guidance, following signs of strength in San Francisco and New York City.

    By • July 23, 2026
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    Greystar faces 114 Section 8 violation claims in 6 states, DC

    New lawsuits from watchdog group Housing Rights Initiative claim that the country’s largest landlord systematically rejected Section 8 voucher holders in violation of state laws.

    By • July 20, 2026
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    3 ways apartment operators can stand out in AI search

    Using video and frequently updating a website’s FAQs can help multifamily operators stand out on AI platforms.

    By • July 20, 2026
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    How Morgan Properties is evaluating acquisition opportunities

    The ownership giant will look at all types of complicated situations, but Chief Operating Officer Greg Curci says some distressed opportunities aren’t worth it.

    By • July 17, 2026
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    Milhaus, SRG Residential merge, creating $2.5B multifamily development pipeline

    Milhaus CEO Tadd Miller said the acquisition of the Sares Regis subsidiary gives his firm the capability to hit 100,000 units under management and 3,500 development starts a year.

    By • July 14, 2026
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    Asset Living names Marti Burrows COO

    The nation’s second-largest apartment operator brings in the Nuveen and Greystar veteran after years of strong growth.

    By • July 13, 2026
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    Latest NYC Legionella outbreak puts focus on building water systems

    Taking a two-test approach can reduce the risk of missing a bacteria buildup in pipes and elsewhere, says a testing specialist.  

    By Robert Freedman • July 10, 2026
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    Texas apartment owners face uphill battles

    Legislative changes, high supply and rising costs put the state among the leaders in securitized multifamily loan issues.

    By • July 8, 2026
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    DC sues apartment owners over dangerous conditions, retaliation

    Washington, D.C.’s attorney general alleged serious housing code violations and a pattern of harassment directed at tenants of two buildings in the Brightwood neighborhood.

    By • July 6, 2026
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    Marriott to open first branded apartment rental property in Cleveland

    W Cleveland is slated to offer roughly 200 hotel rooms alongside 227 branded apartment units available for rent, with tenants having access to the hotel’s amenities.

    By Jenna Graber • July 2, 2026
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    How a changing US immigration landscape is impacting the housing crisis

    Housing demand is falling due to restrictive immigration policies, but the affordable housing shortage continues, says the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies.

    By Ryan Kushner • July 2, 2026
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    5 ways to improve property operations from Apartmentalize

    Artificial intelligence and practical management tips dominated the discussion at the apartment industry's biggest annual conference.

    By • July 1, 2026
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    What apartment operators can learn from Katrina about disaster-preparedness

    Communication, supplier relationships and teamwork can help operators prepare for emergencies of all types, according to Apartmentalize panelists.

    By • June 30, 2026
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    Maintenance staffing remains multifamily’s biggest labor challenge

    Operators are rethinking recruiting, training and workplace culture to compete for a shrinking pool of skilled workers.

    By Keith Loria • June 30, 2026
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    Small Manager Spotlight: One property management pro’s journey from PR to operations

    After working at Archstone and Linnell Taylor, Peter Jakel is building a property management business in the Denver area by taking on tough turnaround projects.

    By • June 29, 2026