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Last year, the U.S. birth rate dropped to an all-time low, setting off alarm bells about the nation’s long-term economic stability and social vitality. Building bigger apartments could hold the answer to increasing the birth rate, according to a new study by the Institute for Family Studies. The study, titled “Homes for Young Families Part 2,” finds that a nationwide residential development trend towards building small, child-unfriendly apartments directly correlates with headwind to family formation, leaving many young couples with no room to grow. Smaller rental spaces reverse a homebuilding trend of constructing ever-larger homes since the end of World War II. In 1949, homes... Read more
How hiring the wrong team—or ignoring routine care—can drain your profits. Maintaining a multifamily property isn’t just about patching drywall or cleaning between...
Multifamily rents faltered in September, posting their weakest showing for the month in more than a decade as performance was hurt by a flood of new apartment supply and...
Fraud has long plagued the multifamily sector, but the scope and sophistication of the problem are now reaching new levels, fueled by technology and shifting consumer...
After more than two years of supply-side pressures, the rise in the nationwide multifamily vacancy rate effectively came to a halt in the second quarter of 2025....
Aging apartment buildings may not grab headlines like shiny new developments, but for multifamily investors, they’re often the real hidden goldmine. Across the U.S., thousands of Class B and C properties sit in prime locations yet underperform because of dated interiors and amenities. With the right renovation strategy, these overlooked assets can be transformed into high-demand rentals—delivering stronger cash flow, higher occupancy, and substantial long-term appreciation. Why Renovations Drive Investor Returns Renovations are more than a facelift—they directly move the numbers that matter most: NOI and valuation. According to industry data, value-add renovations typically... Read more
We’ve long talked about the importance of the service economy, but recently we’ve seen more and more companies embracing the next evolution of business: the...
Denying a rental application is sometimes necessary to protect your property, your other tenants, and your investment. However, in California, landlords must follow...
Window screens might seem like a small thing, but they play a big role in making a place feel like home. They keep the bugs out, let the breeze in, and add a layer of...
No matter what size property you own or manage, the key to success is efficiency. In practical terms, that means keeping occupancy rates high and rents competitive while...
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