units January 2021

the Magazine of the National Apartment Association

A Leader’s Path to Success

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Like many of the multifamily housing sector’s most successful executives, Rick Graf, CPM, fell into the apartment industry. Or perhaps more accurately, his father pulled him into the business.

“When I was in high school, my parents had divorced and my dad moved into an apartment,” Graf…

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FEATURES

While fundamentals could continue to deteriorate, apartment executives see investment opportunities. Everyone knew that the apartment industry’s 10-year run of growth would end. What no one could…
The year 2020 was unlike any other in modern history, marked not only by a global health crisis but social unrest, a contentious Presidential election and a recession that drew comparisons to the…
During a global pandemic, what matters most to renters? Renters themselves were asked that very question during the APTvirtual session “Candid Conversations with Renters About Covid-19.” The session…

IN THIS ISSUE

Everything (Yes, Everything) Is Entirely Our Fault It can be argued that everyone is entirely familiar with failure. Even the most decorated and highly regarded individuals have dealt with it to some…
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Q: I need to do some caulking in my apartment building both inside and outside the units. I need some advice.  The hardware store carries a large number of caulk types and I don’t know what to…
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The National Apartment Association is thrilled to announce its 2020 award winners, including the Advocacy Advocate of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award and inducting its 20th member into the NAA…
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Have a hiring or promotion announcement? Please send them to [email protected]. Casey Watts Morgan Joins Houston Apartment Association as CEO Casey Watts Morgan has joined the Houston Apartment…
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More and more states are adopting a broad framework of protections that shield businesses from civil liability claims resulting from customer or employee exposure to COVID-19. Since May, more than 15…
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Emily Foster, CAM, Area Regional Manager for Avanath Capital Management, offers 10 things to consider for starting the new year strong. 1. Spreading joy. Giving to others is just good for the soul.…
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