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    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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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Denholtz Properties names Katie Kurtz as new CEO

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

    By • Sept. 27, 2024
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    Deals + Starts: September 2024

    Firms including Timberlane Partners and LRE Management made news in recent months.

    By Multifamily Dive Staff • Sept. 26, 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 • Sept. 23, 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 • Sept. 18, 2024
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    Troubled Aurora, Colorado, apartments draw national attention

    While management claimed that gangs took over its properties this summer, residents and city officials highlighted multiple code violations.

    By • Sept. 18, 2024
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    Amherst Group names new general counsel

    Peter Campbell was previously in the same role for Lendlease in the Americas.

    By • Sept. 16, 2024
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    Freddie Mac names new CEO

    Diana Reid brings more than four decades of banking, real estate, capital markets and affordable housing experience to the company.

    By • Sept. 10, 2024
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    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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    Houston tenant seeks $1M after unit ceiling collapses

    A lawsuit filed against the property owner, Commerce Capital Partners, alleges negligence.

    By • Sept. 4, 2024
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    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 • Aug. 27, 2024
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    HP Investors separates from its affiliate

    Isaac Abid will serve as the general partner of the Northern California portfolio under his new venture, Lakeside Group.

    By • Aug. 23, 2024
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    Carpenter builds her career building Chicago’s apartment complexes

    Related Midwest Assistant Superintendent Patricia Brown most recently worked on The Row Fulton Market.

    By • Aug. 13, 2024
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    AvalonBay adds new leader for portfolio, asset management

    Executive Vice President Pamela Thomas will also have a vote on the company’s potential investments.

    By • Aug. 9, 2024
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    Oregon renters file $6M lawsuit against apartment operator after threats from neighbors

    The families allege that management and police failed to act despite dozens of reports during several months.

    By • Aug. 1, 2024
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    Thought Leaders: July 2024

    Executives from Bozzuto, Cushman & Wakefield, Atlas and more talk about their latest challenges and successes.

    By Multifamily Dive Staff • July 31, 2024
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    Wood Partners no longer pursuing West Coast opportunities

    The country's No. 4 developer is committed to completing its current projects in these markets, according to CEO Joe Keough.

    By • July 25, 2024
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    Altman Management Co. faces housing discrimination suit

    The plaintiff alleges she was rejected from two apartments on the basis of her immigration status.

    By • July 17, 2024
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    Property managers, residents out of sync on living preferences

    While owners believe renters prioritize tech, they actually have more of a desire for the basics, according to a new survey.

    By • July 15, 2024
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    Eureka Multifamily discrimination case headed to trial

    An ex-employee is suing the Texas-based property owner alleging racial bias and retaliation.

    By • July 10, 2024
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    TDI adds Riata Development founders as senior VPs

    Graham Johnston and Patrick Crawford will work to expand the former JPI company’s middle-income housing platform.

    By • July 8, 2024
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    Unit turnover, move-outs to buy drop

    High home prices, fewer listings and lifestyle preferences are keeping renters in one place, according to a new study.

    By • July 8, 2024
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    How centralization changes employees’ career paths

    Companies like Equity Residential are placing a greater focus on competencies that can apply across roles.

    By • June 27, 2024
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Scott Maddux named CEO at Sunstone Two Tree

    John Maddux will become the firm's executive chairman.

    By • June 12, 2024
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    Hoffman & Associates names new CEO

    JLL alum Brian Dawson will step into the role, replacing Mark Dorigan at the Washington, D.C.,-based developer.

    By • June 10, 2024