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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 -
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 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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Property managers have a variety of approaches to keep tenants satisfied.
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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 -
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 -
Q&A
Inside AvalonBay’s centralization initiatives
Under the REIT’s neighborhood model, services can be shared for up to 1,500 units.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 17, 2024 -
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 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Sept. 12, 2024 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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Sept. 9, 2024 -
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 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Sept. 5, 2024 -
Centralization tips from the REITs
With shared services spread among multiple communities, public companies like EQR, UDR and AvalonBay are leading the way.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Aug. 23, 2024 -
REIT Report
3 things to know from Camden’s earnings call
The Texas-based REIT still faces heavy supply in many markets, though demand remains strong.
By Leslie Shaver • Aug. 21, 2024 -
The pros, cons of centralized maintenance
Using service pods and technology tools can save money while boosting efficiency, but they’re not right for every operator.
By Leslie Shaver • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Bad debt not enough to weigh AVB down
The Virginia-based REIT outperformed again in Q2 with an increase in same-store and development NOI.
By Leslie Shaver • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Sponsored by DomusoThe 4 key pain points amongst owners and operators
Discover how resident rewards can solve the top pain points for multifamily owners and operators.
Aug. 19, 2024 -
The cities expecting the most apartment deliveries this year
Over 518,000 new units are expected to come online nationwide by the end of 2024.
By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 16, 2024 -
EXECUTIVE MOVES
ZRS Management promotes operations VP to chief operating officer
Veteran employee Jackie Impellitier is the first COO in the company’s history.
By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 15, 2024 -
REIT Report
MAA in the ‘worst of the storm’ with new supply
The REIT plans to get more aggressive on the development and acquisition fronts as it sees better days ahead in 2025 and beyond.
By Leslie Shaver • Aug. 14, 2024 -
REIT Report
Essex predicts West Coast rebound
The California-based REIT increased NOI and revenue guidance for 2024.
By Leslie Shaver • Aug. 12, 2024