Top multifamily conferences of 2027

Multifamily Dive has compiled the apartment industry’s most noteworthy rental housing events and expos covering economic trends, technology, financing and more.

By Julie Strupp • Oct. 6, 2026

RealPage wins pause on New York’s algorithmic rent-setting ban

The federal court agreed to grant a preliminary injunction while it mulls the software maker’s claims that the state’s new law violates the First Amendment.

By Julie Strupp • Oct. 2, 2026

Beyond the Rent: How multifamily firms are using AI

Apartment owners and operators are using the technology to source deals, operate more efficiently and even develop a “company brain,” though they don’t see it replacing people.

By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 29, 2026

Smart access in retrofit properties: How class B and C communities can compete with class A properties

How smart access retrofits help Class B & C properties boost NOI and rival Class A.

By Robert Gaulden • Sept. 28, 2026

RealPage, states tussle over federal rent price-fixing settlement

The software firm and two landlords argued that RealPage’s 2025 settlement with the federal government resolves the states’ claims against them, but the states disagree.

By Julie Strupp • Sept. 25, 2026

When a legal win becomes a business loss: The new reality of AI-assisted tenant litigation

Artificial intelligence is shifting the dynamics of disputes where a tenant represents themself in court, and apartment operators should adjust accordingly, according to a real estate lawyer.

By Benjamin Young • Sept. 15, 2026

The future of student housing is seamless

Make student move-in seamless. See how Zentra mobile credentials upgrade campus security.

By Zentra • Sept. 14, 2026

Your next prospect is still scrolling: 3 steps to drive ROI from social ad spend

Today’s renters aren’t looking for their next home in one place or on a single platform. Instead, they are tapping into a wide range of sources.

Sept. 14, 2026

Multifamily operators take measured approach to AI maintenance

While there are opportunities in data analysis and predictive maintenance, the technology should be a tool, not a replacement for technicians, experts say.

By Keith Loria • Aug. 21, 2026

How Instant On grew up in Connected Communities

Move-in-ready connectivity has evolved into a more complete connected living experience.

Aug. 10, 2026

UDR named in rent-pricing class-action lawsuit in San Diego

A former tenant alleges that the landlord illegally set rental rates and occupancy levels using RealPage’s algorithmic pricing software.

By Julie Strupp • Aug. 5, 2026

Tracking algorithmic rent-pricing lawsuits

Software providers RealPage and Yardi, along with a slew of apartment landlords, have landed in legal hot water in recent years over their tech-enabled rent-setting practices.

Aug. 3, 2026

Back to school: Wi-Fi 7 gets A+

At multifamily properties, Wi-Fi 7 keeps residents connected and ready for the school year.

By Alice LaPlante • July 27, 2026

Is your listing ready for AI search? 5 tips for greater visibility

Help your properties stand out in AI-powered search with these best practices.

By Apartments.com • July 20, 2026

RealPage buys AI-focused real estate data firm Cherre

The major proptech acquisition aims to address a key problem facing artificial intelligence tools for the housing sector: unvalidated and disconnected data.

By Julie Strupp • July 14, 2026

Willow Bridge agrees to settle in DOJ’s RealPage price-fixing case

The major apartment manager will refrain from algorithmic coordination and exchanging competitively sensitive data, per its deal with the Justice Department.

By Julie Strupp • July 8, 2026

Beyond efficiency: How leading multifamily operators are putting AI to work

The multifamily market’s headwinds are well-documented. Rent growth, investors demands and staffing burnout are quietly compounding.

June 29, 2026

Periodic inspections alone can no longer keep aging buildings safe

On the five-year anniversary of the Surfside collapse, a building safety specialist highlights the importance of structural monitoring systems.

By Greg Batista • June 23, 2026

LivCor settles RealPage rent price-fixing suit for $7M

Nine state attorneys general sued the multifamily management firm, which denies the allegations, as part of an ongoing federal antitrust lawsuit.

By Julie Strupp • June 22, 2026

Resident experience drives investment gains in multifamily properties

Future-ready connectivity can support resident satisfaction and long-term property value.

By Alice LaPlante • June 22, 2026

How AI-powered rental search is changing the conversation

AI-powered search is giving renters a new conversational approach to finding an apartment.

June 22, 2026

3 ways to incorporate AI into property management operations

At Apartmentalize, operators discussed using artificial intelligence to generate weekly property reports with actionable insights, draft resident letters and prepare for difficult discussions.

By Leslie Shaver • June 18, 2026

Avenue5, Bell Partners to pay DC $1.4M in RealPage suit

The apartment firms agreed to reform their rent-setting practices and to stop sharing non-public information, but they do not admit fault.

By Julie Strupp • June 15, 2026

Beyond the Rent: The machines may be coming for us all — even the apartment industry

Operators and dealmakers are focused on using artificial intelligence to become more efficient, but its impact on occupancies and rents could be severe. 

By Leslie Shaver • June 15, 2026

More cities are embracing AI permitting systems. HUD funding is available for them.

Local governments have until July 13 to apply for up to $3 million in grants for automated permitting and building code systems.

By Ryan Kushner • June 11, 2026