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    From cost centers to NOI drivers: A more strategic approach to multifamily technology

    Multifamily technology is shifting from cost center to strategic asset

    Feb. 9, 2026
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    MAA settles RealPage suit for $53M

    The multifamily landlord and dozens of peer firms were accused of antitrust behavior related to use of the rent-setting software.

    By • Jan. 29, 2026
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    Artificial Intelligence

    Multifamily Dive breaks down the most important trends in this rapidly-developing technology for apartment owners, operators and managers.  

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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    Deep Dive // 2026 Outlook

    Will apartment executive hiring pick up in 2026? Recruiters weigh in.

    Senior-level hiring slowed when acquisition and development dealmaking dropped, but some multifamily firms are gearing up for an aggressive approach in 2026.

    By • Jan. 27, 2026
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    Affirm to offer BNPL for rent

    The buy now, pay later player is one of the first to offer pay later installment financing for tenants paying their monthly rent.

    By Patrick Cooley • Jan. 16, 2026
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    Proptech funding rose to $16.7B in 2025

    Multifamily tech investment should be active but selective in 2026, with a focus on artificial intelligence, industry experts say.

    By • Jan. 13, 2026
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    The future of multifamily leasing: 5 PropTech predictions shaping 2026 and beyond

    Discover the top PropTech innovations set to reshape multifamily leasing and give you a competitive edge.

    Jan. 12, 2026
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    Real Estate Business Analytics buys Markerr to bolster compliant data tools

    The acquisition brings the firm’s regulation-ready rent data and AI-driven modeling to REBA’s operational analytics platform.

    By • Jan. 9, 2026
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    Rockrose Development suffers security breach affecting 47,000 people

    The New York City-based firm recently found that unauthorized individuals hacked its systems and claimed to have acquired confidential information.

    By • Dec. 18, 2025
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    Plugged in: Must-have infrastructure for attracting and retaining renters

    Developers are prioritizing high-speed connectivity smart technologies to make properties stand out.

    Dec. 1, 2025
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    Speed is the commodity. Experience is the differentiator

    Residents don’t buy bandwidth. They buy experiences that work everywhere, every time.

    Dec. 1, 2025
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    States, landlords spar over RealPage settlements

    Four attorneys general asked a judge to reject a proposed agreement related to price-fixing allegations, arguing that it could undermine other related lawsuits.

    By • Nov. 7, 2025
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    How Apartment Management Consultants became the country’s seventh largest manager

    The Utah-based operator has relied on organic growth and lean operations over the years, but it has recently invested more in people and technology.

    By • Oct. 21, 2025
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    Smart tech, real revenue and zero cost: The future of multifamily energy

    Smart tech promises savings, but owners see costs. Master metering flips the math, turning risk into revenue.

    Oct. 13, 2025
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    Greystar, others settle RealPage rental pricing lawsuit

    Bozzuto, Simpson, Avenue5 and additional property managers agreed to pay $142 million total to resolve antitrust allegations.

    By • Oct. 8, 2025
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    Modern multifamily buildings see ‘far better fire safety outcomes’ than other housing types, Pew report finds

    Fire deaths in modern multifamily homes occur at one-fourth the rate of those in modern single-family homes, the report found.

    By Ryan Kushner • Oct. 3, 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.

    By • Updated Jan. 27, 2026
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    Building what comes next in real estate investment

    InvestNext honored as PropTech Breakthrough’s “Investment Management Platform of the Year”.

    Sept. 29, 2025
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    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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    August 2025 roundup: New multifamily products

    This month’s features include a slide-to-unlock door handle and support for struggling investments.

    By • Aug. 28, 2025
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    3 ways student housing operators prepare for a new school year

    Pleasing parents and monitoring services and activities are among the ways companies are getting ready for what could be a very different school year.

    By • Aug. 18, 2025
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    How one Florida property cut costs and boosted NOI with mobile access control

    Mobile access, leaner ops, higher NOI—see how Artisan Apartments unlocked smarter living.

    Aug. 4, 2025
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    July 2025 roundup: New multifamily products

    Summer selections include pet policy compliance tools and a property access solution via QR code.

    By • July 30, 2025
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    The speed trap: Why “1 Gbps” isn’t good enough anymore

    For years, 1 Gbps internet was considered top-tier, marketed as a premium feature and sufficient for most residents. However, that’s changing rapidly.

    By Adam Bell, CEO of Internet Subway • July 28, 2025
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    How to avoid prospects tuning out on social media

    Devin Lusk, director of marketing at American Landmark, uses authentic storytelling, not stock photos, to build trust with prospective renters.

    By • July 17, 2025