Property Management News

NYC Homeowners Can Now Apply to Build Basement,...

New York City homeowners can now apply to add basement, attic, and backyard apartments to their existing properties. On Tuesday, the city launched an applications portal for ancillary dwelling units (ADUs) at one- and two-family homes across the five boroughs, a key part of Mayor Eric Adams’ City of Yes housing plan that passed last year. Adams also announced the “ADU For You” program to provide guidance and resources, including design help, to homeowners building ADUs. “Too many New Yorkers are forced to choose between having a roof over their heads in an Ancillary Dwelling Unit or living in safe, regulated housing. New Yorkers no longer have to choose,” Adolfo Carrion, Jr.,... Read more

The restoration of full 100% bonus depreciation in 2025 has supercharged the value proposition of 1031 exchanges, fundamentally reshaping the landscape for...

A new survey reveals persistent multifamily renter defaults driven largely by economic instability that are placing increasing pressure on operations. A national survey...

If you’re a new or prospective landlord, or just haven’t bought a rental property in a while, figuring out what rental properties to purchase and which to pass on...

The cost varies widely based on many factors. An apartment complex typically costs between $3.8 million and $30 million to build, or $75,000 to $600,000 per...

4 Tenant-Screening Mistakes that Could Cost You...

Tenant screening is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your investment so here are four tenant screening mistakes that could cost you. Many landlords still fall into common traps that leave them vulnerable, so let’s look at four tenant-screening mistakes you want to avoid. Mistake #1: Skipping Screening Because “It Takes Too Long” Some landlords believe they can judge a tenant’s reliability just by looking at their application. But modern online screening tools make it easy to get a full picture within minutes. With only basic applicant details, such as date of birth and Social Security number, you can instantly access reports covering credit history, eviction... Read more

Key Takeaways More than 1,000 tenants living in Capital Realty Group-owned properties are organizing a multi-state tenant union campaign to push for collective...

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....

Most multifamily investors understand how powerful depreciation can be while you own a property. It reduces your taxable income, boosts cash flow, and lets you keep more...

In an important win for NAHB members, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced that effective Oct. 1, it is reducing the FHA multifamily mortgage insurance...