On November 3, voters in Portland, Maine approved a referendum that would cap most rent increases in the city and require a series of renter protections. Despite a similar referendum failing resoundingly in 2017 and opposition from Mayor Kate Snyder…
The National Apartment Association (NAA) recently joined with more than two dozen industry organizations and private firms representing the restaurant, entertainment, hospitality, gaming, retail, communications, broadcasting and real estate sectors…
During a global pandemic, what matters most to renters?By Doug PikeRenters themselves were asked that very question during the APTvirtual session “Candid Conversations with Renters About Covid-19.” The session – guided by Lia Nichole Smith, Vice…
During a global pandemic, what matters most to renters?By Doug PikeRenters themselves were asked that very question during the APTvirtual session “Candid Conversations with Renters About Covid-19.” The session – guided by Lia Nichole Smith, Vice…
Amid the specter of COVID-19, a variety of technology is being applied to reduce operating costs while improving resident health and wellness. By Stephen UrseryThe rental housing industry has rarely been accused of being quick to embrace…
Through working with residents and seamless project management processes, operations teams can continue to minimize unit downtime, drive staff and resident satisfaction and demonstrate better NOI results across their property portfolio. By…
Managing the dynamics of mixed-use amid the challenges of COVID-19 requires unique skills that blur the lines between residential and commercial property management.By Peter JakelMixed-use properties are nothing new to the rental housing industry.…
Going beyond Excel spreadsheets, property calls and macro-level data that offer limited visibility into competitors and performance. By Stephen UrseryEven before the coronavirus upended the apartment industry, operators were coming to the…
Understand your customer’s needs and leverage technology to meet resident demands without blowing your budget.By Stephen UrseryIn the never-ending battle to sign new residents and retain existing ones, it's easy for Class B operators to feel their…