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    Tech suppliers fear RealPage suits will have ‘chilling effect’ on data sharing

    Apartment industry vendors say operators are getting skittish about how their information is used.

    By Oct. 14, 2024
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    Arkansas Fair Housing Commission files suit after eviction threat against single father

    The resident alleges that he was harassed by his landlord due to his familial status.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 11, 2024
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    Rent Trends

    High supply, absorption, concessions and more are top of mind for rental owners and operators across the country.

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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    Deep Dive

    Assistant managers move off-site amid centralization push

    Apartment operators see many advantages to moving bookkeeping and collections functions to remote locations.

    By Oct. 8, 2024
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    Sponsored by AM Conservation

    Sustainable amenities your residents desire: Why going green increases NOI

    Boost NOI with energy and water-saving products that attract residents and cut costs for multifamily properties.

    By Katie Norem, Multifamily Consultant AM Conservation • Oct. 7, 2024
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    Apartment industry conferences for the second half of 2025

    Multifamily Dive has you covered with a full list of upcoming industry events, expos and meetings on tap for the rest of this year.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Updated June 12, 2025
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    Loan for once-iconic Detroit tower goes delinquent

    Riverfront Towers, once home to Rosa Parks and Aretha Franklin, was plagued by flooding, insurance costs and evictions.

    By Sept. 30, 2024
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Denholtz Properties names Katie Kurtz as new CEO

    Kurtz was previously the CFO at New York City-based Silverstein Properties.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 27, 2024
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    7-property portfolio heads to servicing amid insurance troubles

    Wisconsin-based Trinity Flood was the sponsor of the properties in Illinois, Georgia and Arizona.

    By Sept. 25, 2024
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    Invitation Homes settles 3-year FTC investigation for $48M

    The Dallas-based rental home provider is accused of charging junk fees, deceptive pricing, inspection issues and unfair eviction practices.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 25, 2024
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    Aggressive tenants, mental health are top challenges for property managers

    While most apartment managers are satisfied with their work, they also report impacts on their well-being, according to a new report.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 23, 2024
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    Research points to the downsides of rent control

    A new review of over 100 studies shows a variety of negative impacts around policies that regulate rent.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 20, 2024
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    Family of woman killed in Maryland apartment fire sues property manager

    The wrongful death lawsuit seeks $2.3 million from the owner and operator of Arrive Silver Spring.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 18, 2024
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    Q&A

    Inside AvalonBay’s centralization initiatives

    Under the REIT’s neighborhood model, services can be shared for up to 1,500 units. 

    By Sept. 17, 2024
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    Owners of more than 8,000 units sue NJ town over new fees

    Among other requirements, landlords in Edison must pay $100 per unit per year.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 13, 2024
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    DEALS + STARTS

    New York-based firm makes $102M bet on Atlanta through new fund

    LRE Management also added PGA golfer Patrick Cantlay as a member of its advisory board.

    By Sept. 13, 2024
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    DEALS + STARTS

    Gindi Equities makes $13.5M sale in North Carolina

    The New York City firm originally bought the Cedar Ridge Apartments in 2021.

    By Sept. 12, 2024
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    Lynd assigned an 11,000-unit portfolio

    The original owners purchased the 50 properties as a value-add play but ran into problems when interest rates rose and costs increased.

    By Sept. 11, 2024
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    Illinois property managers barred from retaliation

    The Landlord Retaliation Act, which prohibits rent increases or evictions in response to a tenant complaint, puts landlords in a defensive position, an industry official said.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 10, 2024
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    Trepp: Delinquency, servicing rates hit highs not seen in years

    Distressed CMBS loans increased across commercial real estate last month, but apartment issues stood out.

    By Sept. 9, 2024
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    Sponsored by Cavallino Cabinets

    6 big difference-makers in your next kitchen and bath package

    What steps can you take now to reduce business risk and improve net operating income?

    Sept. 9, 2024
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    Multifamily permitting drops in urban areas

    Higher interest rates and supply chain concerns have taken a toll on apartments, according to the NAHB.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 6, 2024
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    Q&A

    Pratum CEO explains why he wants to acquire more properties

    Shah Alam thinks ownership will complement the existing services his management firm offers.

    By Sept. 5, 2024
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    Centralization tips from the REITs

    With shared services spread among multiple communities, public companies like EQR, UDR and AvalonBay are leading the way.

    By Sept. 3, 2024
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Ark Homes for Rent brings in new CFO

    Wendy W. Gill will join the C-suite, while current CFO Gina Cabral will transition into another senior leadership position.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 27, 2024
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    DOJ files antitrust lawsuit against RealPage

    The attorneys general of several states joined the suit, which accuses the company of an “unlawful scheme to decrease competition among landlords.”

    By Aug. 23, 2024