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Multifamily property owners are battling rising vacancy rates. According to the AppFolio 2026 Renter Preferences Report, 55% of property managers say that vacancy is their top threat—and it’s not an imagined fear. CBRE forecasts softening rental demand this year in response to a weak labor market. Renewals are increasingly becoming a priority to preserve rent rolls. It may come down to resident experience, says Adam Feinstein, SVP of product at AppFolio. A good resident experience supports lease renewals, makes residents happier, and drives operational efficiencies for property managers. Lease Renewals Matter Most Existing residents are a valuable asset, and... Read more
Luxury experience. Five-star service. Hospitality. But can we be honest for a second? You cannot expect a five-star resident experience from a team that feels...
Hurricane season officially began on June 1, and for property owners and managers across the Gulf Coast and Southeast, preparation should already be underway. While NOAA...
KEY TAKEAWAYS A recent CDC report identifies the hot tub at a short-term rental property as a potential source of Legionnaires’ disease New York investigators...
I bought my first apartment building after years of flipping single family houses, and the day I closed it I realized I had been working twice as hard for half the...
Student housing is one of the most reliably high-performing asset classes in multifamily real estate. Estimated occupancy for the 2025 to 2026 academic year reached 95.1%, one of the strongest performances in recent years, according to Yardi Matrix. Rent growth has consistently outpaced conventional multifamily. Demand in markets near flagship universities shows little sign of softening. And yet the sector has always had a structural vulnerability that no amount of strong preleasing fully resolves: summer. When the academic year ends, leases turn, students scatter, and buildings that were fully occupied in April can feel significantly emptier by June. For operators running properties... Read more
Best budgeting apps for landlords start with a personal finance tool that keeps day-to-day spending under control, then add a property-specific platform once per-unit...
With leasing traffic peaking and residents spending more time outside, curb appeal, comfort, and daily upkeep can make or break the experience—turning simple...
Key Takeaways Expert insights on when to sell rental property Actionable strategies you can implement today Real examples and practical advice When to Sell Your...
Regular rental property inspections are one of the most important risk-management tools for landlords and property managers. They help protect the property, reduce...
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