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Rental Owners Favor Smaller Renovations, Fewer...

Heading into the second half of the year, independent rental owners are adjusting their strategies about where they put their money compared to six months ago, opting for fewer purchases, smaller renovations, and modest rent hikes. In RentRedi’s Q3 2026 “State of Rental Investing in America” survey it shows investors are still growing their portfolios, but they’re being far more selective about where they put their money. Get a Free Multifamily Loan Quote Access Non-Recourse, 10+ Year Fixed, 30-Year Amortization GET A FREE QUOTE     Key findings in the rental owners’ report Renovation spending is shifting toward smaller projects. Only 12% of rental owners now plan... Read more

Value-add apartment investors are entering a new phase in which future returns will depend far more on property-level performance than on market-driven valuation...

There’s a familiar internal debate that happens at the worst possible times. Something’s leaking, it’s late, and the question creeps in: Does this...

 With leasing traffic peaking and residents spending more time outside, curb appeal, comfort, and daily upkeep can make or break the experience—turning simple...

Home renovations can improve both the comfort and long-term value of your property, but they often come with unpredictable costs and timelines. A home equity line of...

The Deck Inspection Debacle Continues

For apartment owners getting unusual calls from insurance companies about deck inspection reports, the deck inspection conversation isn’t theoretical anymore – it applies directly to a large portion of California’s housing stock. If you own, operate, or manage apartment buildings or community associations with Exterior Elevated Elements (EEEs)—balconies, decks, stairways, walkways, or landings—especially those constructed with wood or wood-based structural components, you are now operating under mandatory inspection laws. That includes: Apartment owners subject to SB 721 Condominium associations and HOAs under SB 326 Property managers responsible for execution and compliance... Read more

When most people think of maintenance, they probably think about wrenches, drills and screwdrivers, not cutting-edge digital technologies. But when it comes to...

On an extremely cold afternoon last month, several tenants said they couldn’t shower, flush the toilet or do their laundry. Building managers blamed frozen pipes...

Discover the hidden costs of tenant turnover and learn strategies to reduce vacancies. Complete breakdown of expenses, time investments, and proven retention tactics for...

Spring cleaning in a multifamily building is as much about protecting value, reducing liability, and showing residents that their building is well cared for as it is...