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Car break-ins are no longer isolated incidents — they are a growing concern for multifamily properties nationwide. A car is broken into every 26 seconds in the United States and more than 1 million of those involve vehicle theft. Alarmingly, an estimated 40% of those incidents take place on multifamily properties. The Multifamily Crime Poll reached out to 62 property management professionals who revealed how often these incidents occur on their properties, the biggest concerns around parking security, and the current tools they are using to address them. Car Break-Ins Becoming the Norm According to the poll, 68% of respondents reported experiencing car break-ins multiple times a year,... Read more
Though they were once the height of fashion, these days, many are wondering how to remove popcorn ceilings. In the middle of the 20th century, the textured feature...
Key Takeaways Rent reporting allows tenants to boost credit scores by sharing positive rent payment history with credit bureaus, an advantage homeowners have long...
Improving your rental property isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about making the unit more appealing, reducing vacancies, and attracting quality tenants. In a...
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...
Fraud in multifamily leasing has reached unprecedented levels of sophistication in 2025, with both individual applicants and organized groups using advanced tactics to secure apartments under false pretenses. Here are the most prevalent types of fraud property managers are encountering today: 1. Fake and Altered Financial Documents The most widespread fraud involves applicants submitting doctored pay stubs, bank statements, or employment letters to inflate their income or hide unstable finances. With easy access to PDF editing tools and AI-driven generators, these documents are now nearly indistinguishable from the real thing—making visual inspection alone ineffective. Some... Read more
Fires, floods, major storms — no matter where a building is located in the U.S., it’s at risk of serious damage from a natural disaster. When these disasters...
Deciding between single-family and multi-family property investments is a pivotal choice for both new and experienced investors. While both options have their place in...
Have you ever wondered what keeps tenants renewing their leases year after year? Managing tenant lease renewals effectively is vital for multifamily property success....
The recent California appellate court decision Eshagian v. Cepeda has added a new requirement to the already detailed rules surrounding Three-Day Notices—documents...
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