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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 on tap for the coming year.

    By • Oct. 1, 2025
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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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    PRODUCTS

    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
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    Beyond the buzzword: Real-world NOI gains from proptech adoption

    Smarter access = fewer lockouts, faster turns, happier residents—and stronger NOI. Learn more.

    July 7, 2025
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    Managed Wi-Fi, fading NOI

    Managed Wi-Fi boomed after 2021, but aging systems are now falling behind. Without upgrades, the network performance and NOI will continue to decline.

    By Adam Bell • June 30, 2025
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    June 2025 roundup: New multifamily products

    Highlights this month include an art deco-style vanity and mix-and-match showerheads.

    By • June 25, 2025
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    Utah-based firm mixes hospitality with multifamily

    PEG sees both apartment residents and hotel guests demand a higher level of service.

    By • June 24, 2025
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    5 apartment tech innovations from Apartmentalize

    Multifamily software providers introduced new access systems and AI platforms at last week’s conference in Las Vegas.

    By • June 17, 2025
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    How the potential end of Energy Star could affect apartment operators

    The program is widely used across the industry and its demise could lead to a massive disruption in operations, according to experts.

    By • June 16, 2025
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    ZRS Management hits 100,000 apartment units

    The firm had one of the largest jumps on this year's NMHC list, advancing six spots and gaining almost 15,000 apartments from the year before.

    By • June 9, 2025
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    How pool-property owners insulate their business from legal liability

    Brittain Properties $26M pool-liability settlement was entirely avoidable. Here’s how.

    June 9, 2025
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    How to bring Proptech to life in your multifamily building

    Proptech is transforming multifamily living—boost efficiency & resident satisfaction. Learn how!

    By Robert Gaulden • June 9, 2025
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    Medium-sized Nevada apartment operator thrives by staying local

    Las Vegas-based Stout Management incorporates technology but still relies on an in-person approach from its CEO to site-level staff.

    By • June 6, 2025
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    W.C. Smith to pay $1M in DC apartment pricing suit

    The settlement also requires the firm to reform its business practices in order to resolve allegations that it conspired with other District landlords via RealPage’s software.

    By • June 6, 2025
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    Alfred, RKW Residential, Quarterra Living combine forces

    The new platform will operate approximately 52,000 residences, representing over $20 billion of assets.

    By • June 6, 2025