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Pet-friendliness is one of the ultimate differentiators at rental communities, and the difference is obvious the moment you walk a truly pet-inclusive property. Residents bond over their pets, often knowing the names of each other’s dogs before they know the names of their neighbors. Communities that embrace this reality benefit from stronger renewal rates, more engaged residents and an environment that feels welcoming to a wider pool of renters. But while the industry has made significant progress over the past decade, the recent 2026 State of Pets in Rental Housing Report by PetScreening shows that a gap still exists. In many cases, the level of pet-friendliness offered by rental... Read more
There’s a paradox at the heart of most apartment branding: the desire to appeal to the widest possible audience creates brands that fail to connect with anyone in...
Everything has its season, goes the old saying—and that’s especially true when it comes to common area upgrades. Planning and executing these projects takes time,...
Residents satisfied with their move-in are 31% more likely to renew their leases. AppFolio (NASDAQ:APPF), the technology leader powering the future of the real estate...
A senior is having a hard time living on their own because they can’t drive to get groceries, they need a chaperon for medical appointments, and they’re lonely where...
Multifamily real estate investing continues to attract investors focused on building long-term wealth through income-producing assets. While many deals appear attractive at first glance, consistent cash flow is not achieved by accident. It is the result of disciplined underwriting, realistic assumptions, and a clear understanding of how the property will perform over time. From working with investors across different markets, one of the most common challenges is not finding deals, but accurately analyzing them. Deals that look strong on paper often fail to perform because the numbers were not evaluated with the level of detail required to support long-term cash flow. Start With Net... Read more
A new survey of renters shows speed and ease matter the most in the renting experience at the same time long-term renting is becoming a deliberate housing strategy for...
I’ve been around long enough to watch entire technology cycles play out. From the early days of automated rent setting, through the BI revolution, through...
Keeping a building dry is both an interior and exterior challenge. All buildings, regardless of materials and construction, are at risk of water infiltration and...
For much of the past decade, success in multifamily real estate followed a simple formula: Buy a property with cheap debt. Raise rents. Sell. Rinse. Repeat. But that...
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