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    5 ways to grow multifamily occupancy rates with digital solutions

    Discover five ways technology designed specifically for the multifamily market can help PMCs keep their properties occupied while managing competitors and expenses.

    Sept. 9, 2024
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    RealPage allows customers nationwide to remove nonpublic data

    The DOJ’s recent suit against the firm could be a warning to companies to look closely at what data is being provided, who has access to it and how it is being used, according to a lawyer.

    By • Sept. 6, 2024
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    Artificial Intelligence

    Multifamily Dive breaks down the pros and cons of this nascent technology for apartment owners, operators and managers.  

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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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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    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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    August 2024 roundup: New multifamily products

    Innovative surfaces and smart access control are among this month’s offerings.

    By • Aug. 28, 2024
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    RealPage lawyer says nonpublic information leads to lower rents

    On a call with reporters Monday, a company attorney said it aggregates and anonymizes data used in its pricing recommendations.

    By • 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
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    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 • 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 • Aug. 20, 2024
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    5 things to think about when you decide to centralize

    Moving functions off-site may bring benefits, but it's not without hurdles. Here's what operators need to know.

    By • Aug. 6, 2024
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    July 2024 roundup: New multifamily products

    A host of new offerings were on display at the NAA’s recent Apartmentalize Conference.

    By • July 24, 2024
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    Proptech funding drops 14.3%

    Ninety-one percent of tech firms anticipate raising capital, and 45% expect that to happen in the next 10 to 12 months.

    By • July 9, 2024
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    Denver-based operator uses its smaller size as an advantage

    The CEO of Atlas Real Estate said his company “out-locals” national players while still investing in technology.

    By • July 9, 2024
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    RealPage breaks silence on antitrust allegations

    Amid dozens of lawsuits and a DOJ investigation, the company issued a statement to correct what it said are factual inaccuracies around its revenue management software.

    By • June 27, 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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    Inside a Dallas developer’s plan for 2,000 starts this year

    The president of Leon Capital Group’s multifamily division sees an opportunity to deliver new apartments into rent growth.

    By • June 20, 2024
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    Staff matters, new survey of 400,000 online reviews says

    More than 60% of positive property reviews — and 18% of negative ones — make mention of on-site teams, according to an AI-powered study.

    By • June 6, 2024
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    May 2024 roundup: New multifamily products

    Payment management and resident tech support are among the new services available this spring.

    By • May 29, 2024
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    REITs beat expectations in Q1

    Strong occupancy and resident retention set the stage for outperformance.

    By • May 23, 2024
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    REIT Report

    UDR plans to back off of high occupancy to boost rents

    Despite solid results, the REIT isn’t raising its full-year guidance.

    By • May 13, 2024
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    Carleton Management Services’ new CEO sees a path for midsize firms

    As operators go through a period of consolidation, Tasha Krawiec says some owners prefer smaller firms.

    By • May 6, 2024
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    EQR continues trend of record-low turnover

    The REIT’s expenses rose only 1.3% thanks to lower maintenance and utility costs.

    By • May 1, 2024
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    ‘Synthetic’ fraud is on the rise. Are you prepared?

    Criminals are using identities composed of a mix of real and fake information to get past traditional detection methods, according to a new report.

    By • April 30, 2024
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    April 2024 roundup: New multifamily products

    Offerings this month range from an AI-powered maintenance management platform to vacuum-insulated window glass.

    By • April 24, 2024
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    The secret to affordable EV charging in multifamily buildings? Intelligent electrical load management

    With the right tools and technology, it’s possible to add a substantial number of EV chargers to multifamily residential properties without the need for expensive electrical upgrades.

    April 22, 2024