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If you’ve been in multifamily for a while (like we have), you already know that leasing apartments in 2025 looks nothing like it did a few years ago. Renters are moving faster, doing more research, and comparing more options than ever. A shiny “Now Leasing” banner isn’t enough anymore. We’ve partnered with properties across the country, from boutique communities to large management portfolios, and we’ve seen what truly fills units and what just burns budget. These are real-world apartment leasing strategies based on experience, not theory. Let’s walk through them step by step. 1. Your Website Is Your Leasing Office Almost every renter starts... Read more
Say hello to the new wave of renters. The youngest renter generation — Gen Z — is growing up. Members of this generation, born between 1997 and 2012, are leaving the...
Deciding between a long-term and short-term lease agreement is one of the most important choices a landlord can make. Each option comes with its own benefits,...
KEY TAKEAWAYS In some Atlanta apartment buildings, landlords say as many as 50% of rental applications are fraudulent. Nearly three-quarters of US apartment operators...
Fraud has long plagued the multifamily sector, but the scope and sophistication of the problem are now reaching new levels, fueled by technology and shifting consumer...
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
Verified renters—who have undergone formal identity, credit, and income verification—deliver substantial financial and operational benefits for landlords and...
Verified renters—who have undergone formal identity, credit, and income verification—deliver substantial financial and operational benefits for landlords and...
Looking into a potential tenant’s rental history might feel like extra work, but with so much at stake, it’s worth taking the time to do it right. The applicant...
The multifamily industry is locked in a costly battle against rental fraud. Despite widespread adoption of application screening tools and document checks, fraudsters...
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