units December 2025
the Magazine of the National Apartment Association
Absorbing 2025
The rental housing industry is embracing smart technologies and solutions, flexible designs and transit-oriented communities to meet the rising demand for affordable, resident-centric living.
Reflection allows companies to look back at a specific period and draw…
FEATURES
Simplistic, thoughtful and well-planned communities are often what’s missing as neighborhoods meld with the surrounding area.
The country’s housing shortage …
More than a third of residents make their apartment or community space a home office.
Two-bedroom apartments being used to house residents are going out of style.
It’s not because of…
Toni Eubanks assumes the role of head of U.S. property management with Greystar effective Jan. 1 after nearly 20 years with the company. She takes over for Chief Operating Officer Andrew Livingstone…
IN THIS ISSUE
In a decisive victory for rental housing, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the Enterprises) are no longer enforcing compliance with the CARES Act 30-day notice to vacate requirement for Enterprise-backed…
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The Big Picture
After elevated activity at the beginning of the year, rent control proposals slowed during the summer as state legislatures went out of session. As new legislative sessions…
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The Big Picture
On September 25, 2025, the Ohio Court of Appeals for the Eighth District affirmed a Cuyahoga County Trial Court ruling which stated that an Ohio property owner was not covered…
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The first 90 days are critical for retention, highlighting the importance of early check-ins and support.
While rental housing has always been a turnover-centric industry, some of the numbers border…
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Weakening Employment and Rising Inflation Cast Clouds Over Economic Outlook
The third quarter of 2025 offered a mixed economic picture with a cooling labor market, deteriorating consumer sentiment…
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Modern camera systems deliver real-time visibility and real operational value.
Video surveillance in the multifamily housing industry has evolved dramatically during the past several decades.…
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Full-day, in-person training is still a major player in career development and upskilling maintenance professionals.
Overview
Training remains a significant challenge within the industry…
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Read more about Owen Caine’s day-to-day advocacy work in an ever-changing rental housing industry.
Owen Caine, the National Apartment Association’s (NAA) new Assistant Vice President of Federal…
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James Nozar • President of Development • KETTLER • McLean, Va.
James Nozar has joined KETTLER as President of Development to lead all development…
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Q: I’m just starting to build my repair toolbox for apartment maintenance. What tools would you suggest?
A: Having the right tool for the job will help you complete your work faster…
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