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    FPI makes layoffs with rumored Asset Living merger

    The nation’s sixth-largest property manager is eliminating 105 positions, per a notice filed by Asset Living Chief Human Resources Officer Rulissa Trout.

    By • Updated Oct. 14, 2025
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    Multifamily’s notable executive moves of early October

    The personnel announcements include a new president at Grubb Properties, two presidents at Fogelman and a senior VP of portfolio management at Waterton.

    By • Oct. 9, 2025
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    Trendline

    Student Housing

    As colleges grapple with funding and enrollment issues, one trend related to higher education has remained steady: the demand for high-quality off-campus housing.

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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    450-unit Colorado property heads to servicing

    Tower 16 Capital Partners had bought the Fairways at Lowry in 2020 and planned $6.8 million in renovations.

    By • Oct. 6, 2025
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    Opinion

    How multifamily pros can prepare for hurricane season

    Proactive risk management, regular policy reviews and the adoption of new technologies can protect properties and control costs.

    By Amy Groff • Oct. 2, 2025
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    FTC, states sue Zillow, Redfin

    The Federal Trade Commission said the firms conspired to reduce competition in the online multifamily rental listing market.

    By • Oct. 1, 2025
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    Top multifamily industry conferences in 2026

    Multifamily Dive has apartment pros covered with a full list of upcoming rental housing events, expos and meetings on tap for the coming year.

    By • Oct. 1, 2025
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    Deep Dive

    Amid tariff, job and supply concerns, multifamily pros prioritize occupancy

    After seeing rents decline for the first summer in 15 years, apartment operators are hesitant to raise prices heading into the colder months.

    By • Sept. 30, 2025
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    The fastest internet isn’t always the biggest number

    When residents shop for internet service, they usually see marketing that promotes speed, but the internet speeds are only part of the story.

    By Adam Bell, CEO of Internet Subway • Sept. 29, 2025
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    Multifamily’s notable executive moves of July, August

    The end of summer 2025 brought a number of executive transitions in the apartment industry.

    By • Sept. 25, 2025
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    5,100 rent-stabilized apartments heading to auction in NYC

    The dozens of buildings, which fell into Chapter 11 earlier in the year, are located in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx.

    By • Sept. 25, 2025
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    Alpine Investors launches property management platform, buys Cirrus Asset Management

    After partnering with Steve Heimler’s firm, Oakline Properties will focus on scaling property and association management businesses across the United States. 

    By • Sept. 25, 2025
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Alliance restructures its Eastern US operations

    As part of the changes, the developer established a new Mid-Atlantic Division and announced a number of promotions.

    By • Sept. 22, 2025
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Cityview adds managing director of East Coast acquisitions

    Maggie Deichmann will identify strategic opportunities in the region and leverage her experience to broaden institutional best practices across the firm.

    By • Sept. 15, 2025
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    Why TruAmerica made a bet on affordable housing

    The sector is “supported by strong, resilient demand that is less sensitive to economic cycles,” said a company executive.

    By • Sept. 15, 2025
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    How student housing companies are navigating Trump policies

    Changes in immigration and financial rules have operators focused on flexibility in the 2025 school year.

    By • Sept. 10, 2025
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    Q&A

    The story behind Greystar’s new website

    Jordan Kobert, senior managing director for digital technologies, says the site can easily adapt as AI evolves.

    By • Sept. 9, 2025
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    Yugo acquires Campus Advantage to expand US student housing

    With the purchase, Yugo gains 40,000 beds across 88 properties in 28 states and a base for future growth.

    By • Sept. 8, 2025
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    5 ways evolving fraud tactics require new protection strategies

    Fraudsters’ changing methods, combined with new AI threats, require a forensics team approach.

    Sept. 8, 2025
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    Greystar adds 11,000 units from Grand Peaks

    The deal expands the management giant's presence in seven states including Florida, Colorado and Texas.

    By • Sept. 4, 2025
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    UDR’s president, chief investment officer resigns

    Joe Fisher’s departure was “amicable” and had been in the works for months, according to an analyst.

    By • Sept. 3, 2025
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    Greystar taps new head of US management operations

    As part of the process, Toni Eubanks will be promoted and current Chief Operating Officer Andrew Livingstone will step down at the end of the year.

    By • Sept. 2, 2025
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    Opinion

    100% bonus depreciation is back for apartment executives

    Investors can take advantage of the changes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed last month, according to a multifamily attorney.

    By Brad Butler • Sept. 2, 2025
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    Apartment leaders speak out: August 2025

    Executives from Cityview, MBH Architects, Douglas Wilson, BH Properties and Sage Investment Group discuss the opportunities they see in the market.

    By • Aug. 28, 2025
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    DEALS + STARTS

    Foulger Pratt to buy 4 properties from AvalonBay

    The REIT is continuing the process of rebalancing its portfolio by selling on the coasts and buying in the Sun Belt.

    By • Aug. 21, 2025
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    REIT Report

    EQR posts ‘solid operating performance’ in Q2

    The REIT’s blended rent came in at 3%, though it used concessions more than it originally expected.

    By • Aug. 21, 2025