Property Management News

When High-Income Renters Start Treating...

An emerging cohort of affluent households is reshaping the high end of the rental market. Data shows that the number of wealthy renters earning top incomes has surged in most large U.S. metros in recent years, with the share of renters in the highest income brackets rising meaningfully since 2019. In some markets, households earning over $150,000 or even $1 million are opting for rental living rather than buying, a shift driven by high mortgage costs, lifestyle preferences and the desire for flexibility. National rent growth overall has been modest, with average asking rents rising just over 1 percent in early 2025 and higher-end properties often showing slower rent increases and elevated... Read more

For shared-interest communities, guarding the safety and security of residents is of paramount importance. Achieving those goals is more than a matter of key fobs and...

Winter is well underway, but it’s never not a good time to assess your building’s cold weather readiness, and to make any needed adjustments or repairs to...

“You only get one chance to make a great first impression,” goes the old adage.  That’s the essence of curb appeal. When someone arrives at your property, they...

Water is a necessity for living—but it’s also a potential hazard for all types of buildings, on both micro and macro levels. In the form of extreme weather, water...

When Is the Right Time to Update Apartment Photos...

From remodels, renovations, upgraded amenities, and rebrands, there are a lot of changes that could cause your apartment’s photos and videos to age quickly.  Renters expect fresh, accurate virtual tour content that’s informative and attractive across every channel. They want to see what the inside of your floorplans, amenities, and features would look like today—just as if they were to tour it in person. Refreshing media at the right time helps renters make confident, informed decisions—and pre-qualify themselves before ever contacting your team. That means fewer misled prospects and less wasted time for your leasing staff. By the time renters notice your virtual tours are... Read more

  Tenants dream of living in a place they can truly call home. However, issues like mold can sometimes get in the way. It makes the place feel stuffy and can even...

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...

Aging apartment buildings may not grab headlines like shiny new developments, but for multifamily investors, they’re often the real hidden goldmine. Across the U.S.,...

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...