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5 ways AI is transforming the apartment industry
Both predictive and generative tools have seen applications in leasing, marketing and data analysis.
By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 14, 2024 -
REIT Report
AVB generated $10M from its AvalonConnect rollout in 2023
Like EQR, the REIT expects a slower year in 2024 with NOI growth of 1.25%.
By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 12, 2024 -
First settlements in RealPage antitrust suit announced
AIR and Cushman & Wakefield are working with the plaintiffs in the antitrust case, according to court documents.
By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 8, 2024 -
Funding for proptech plummets 42%
Technologies that solve operational problems and reduce costs will be popular in a slower rent growth environment.
By Leslie Shaver • Jan. 29, 2024 -
PRODUCTS
January 2024 roundup: New multifamily products
Innovative offerings include sliding door systems and a customized cornhole set.
By Mary Salmonsen • Jan. 24, 2024 -
PRODUCTS
5 futuristic products from CES
A built-in countertop charging station, smart bath fans and a washer/dryer combo unit were a few of the residential offerings displayed at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
By Mary Salmonsen • Jan. 18, 2024 -
RealPage lawsuit progresses in court
However, a federal court tossed out a similar student housing antitrust suit.
By Leslie Shaver • Jan. 12, 2024 -
PRODUCTS
November 2023 roundup: New multifamily products
Induction cooktops, an ADA-accessible sink and a variety of services for apartment operators hit the market this month.
By Mary Salmonsen • Nov. 29, 2023 -
DOJ: RealPage suit should move forward
The Justice Department said the use of a shared algorithm would be illegal under antitrust law if allegations brought by renters are true.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 27, 2023 -
Q&A
Inside a Midwestern owner’s move into third-party management
Buckingham brings Ian Bingham on board as it continues to explore centralization.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 27, 2023 -
Sponsored by Widewail
Your PMS reputation “add-on” isn’t good enough
The most effective reputation management strategy is an automated SMS based one, not a PMS ‘add-on.’
Nov. 13, 2023 -
REIT Report
‘Unprecedented’ concessions from competitors put pressure on UDR
Sun Belt supply is an issue, but the REIT also sees increased competition on the coasts.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 9, 2023 -
DC files suit against RealPage, 14 landlords
Attorney General Brian Schwalb accused the defendants of unlawfully agreeing to exchange competitively sensitive data.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 3, 2023 -
Sponsored by ButterflyMX
Your next-generation video intercom is here
The next generation of access control focuses on the front door through transformative features.
Nov. 1, 2023 -
PRODUCTS
October 2023 roundup: new multifamily products
New options this month include resilient surfaces, exterior paint and a fluorescent-to-LED conversion kit.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 25, 2023 -
TransUnion to pay $23M to settle federal charges
The credit reporting agency did not admit wrongdoing regarding the FTC’s charges of failing to ensure tenant screening results were accurate.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 19, 2023 -
Lennar reports data breach
Over 7,400 customers were affected by the incident, which involved access to names and Social Security numbers.
By Mary Salmonsen • Updated Oct. 19, 2023 -
PRODUCTS
10 multifamily products shown at Greenbuild
Sustainable offerings include solar arrays, power-generating fitness machines and no-VOC paint.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 5, 2023 -
Energy-efficient multifamily projects eligible for expanded tax credit
The Section 45L credit, revised under the Inflation Reduction Act, offers up to $5,000 per unit for certain certifications.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 3, 2023 -
Q&A
Inside former Fannie Mae CEO’s plan to fix housing
Hugh Frater, also a founding partner at BlackRock, thinks a pre-constructed housing system can help close the affordability gap.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 29, 2023 -
PRODUCTS
September 2023 roundup: New multifamily products
Offerings ranging from AI monitoring to circular shower systems are on the list this month.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 27, 2023 -
Sponsored by AppFolio Inc.
AI on your side: How LLMs will shake up multifamily workflows
Generative AI is one of the most profound technological advancements on record. Its speed and impressive functionality present a true paradigm shift, augmenting and simplifying the work of human teams.
By Cat Allday, VP, AI and Product Operations, AppFolio • Sept. 25, 2023 -
How to retain maintenance workers in a competitive market
With a few simple steps, owners and operators can hold on to their repair staff.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 19, 2023 -
Water Street Tampa achieves WELL Gold Community Certification
The neighborhood, which includes 1,200 rental units across three properties, is the first in North America to attain this standard.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 14, 2023 -
Yardi, 18 managers hit with antitrust lawsuit
The class-action complaint cites research showing that operators using the firm’s pricing software had rents 6% higher than the market rate in some cities.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 14, 2023