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Today’s Renter: Younger, More Diverse and...

Renters in 2025 are younger, more racially diverse and increasingly reliant on digital tools to find and secure housing, according to Zillow’s latest Consumer Housing Trends Report. Even with rising prices and fees, most plan to remain in the rental market. The typical U.S. renter household decision-maker is 41 years old, with half under the age of 40. By generation, Gen Z makes up 44% of recent movers but only 26% of all tenants. Renters are also more racially diverse than the overall adult population, including 49% non-Hispanic white, 19% Hispanic and 19% Black. Financially, the median renter household earns about $54,000 annually, well below the roughly $80,000 median for all... Read more

Unit turnovers are a reality of rental property ownership—but that doesn’t mean they have to blow your budget. Whether you’re managing a single rental or a growing...

  KEY TAKEAWAYS Renters are almost three times more likely to be uninsured than homeowners (11.7% vs. 4.4%), and they rely more on public programs for...

  Overview AI technology offers the potential to analyze vast amounts of data more quickly and efficiently than the human mind is capable. It can also streamline and...

Verified renters—who have undergone formal identity, credit, and income verification—deliver substantial financial and operational benefits for landlords and...

The Art of Landlord-Tenant Communication

Communication is vital in forming a strong relationship between landlords and tenants, as it outlines the responsibilities of both sides. Clear conversation reduces misperceptions and fights, developing an atmosphere of transparency, trust, and respect. This not only enhances the tenant experience but also strengthens the overall relationship between the parties involved. Here are several well-known methods of conveying messages you can utilize as a landlord or property manager: In-Person Communication: Face-to-face interactions encourage transparent dialogue, enabling prompt inquiries and responses, especially concerning complex lease agreements and rental concerns. When scheduling... Read more

Many property managers, especially those feeling pressure from their investor clients, might be tempted to list properties as early as possible. Instead of waiting until...

Entering the world of multifamily real estate can feel like learning a new language. You’ll hear acronyms and terms that might sound complex, but they are the building...

Landlords have a range of options for renting out their properties, from long-term leases spanning months or years to short-term rentals lasting just days or...

Many in multifamily believe basic screening is enough—but that’s a myth. Verification goes beyond checking boxes and protects properties from costly fraud and...