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    2024’s top multifamily events

    Multifamily Dive has you covered with a full list of the industry conferences, expos and meetings for the rest of the year.

    Updated April 30, 2024
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    Problem loans: Tracking the biggest multifamily delinquencies

    Recent distressed transactions occurred in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta.

    Updated June 13, 2024
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    Q&A

    Why Woodfield thinks now is a good time to get shovels in the ground

    The developer sees an opportunity to open new projects in an advantageous market in 2026, according to partner Greg Bonifield.

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    5 ways a manager can insulate itself from a distressed owner

    Operators can survive a troubled client by doing their homework, bringing in equity and working with the lender.

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    Marriott aims to build loyalty with branded residential growth

    The hotel giant has launched an owner recognition program as its branded residential portfolio and pipeline see significant expansion.

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    Apartmentalize 2024

    How to combat paystub fraud

    With rental fraud becoming more frequent, managers need to be able to see the signs before eviction is the only option.

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    Starts increase compared to May

    However, completions jumped as new supply continues to represent a near-term threat.

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    Grand Peaks to provide rent-free apartments for teachers

    The $270 million Skyline at Highlands is Colorado’s largest multifamily project since 2002.

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    Q&A

    Finance exec says now is a good time to buy apartments

    Hamilton Point Investments recently bought four new properties in Houston and is ready to make more deals, according to co-founder Matt Sharp.

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    PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

    Apartments near University of Tampa feature space-saving furniture

    Niche is 75% leased in the first 100 days since move-ins began.

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    Lender moves to foreclose on Flaherty & Collins’ Indianapolis high-rise

    Prime Finance is suing for $101 million after the apartment developer allegedly defaulted on payments on the 27-story property.

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    Altman Management Co. faces housing discrimination suit

    The plaintiff alleges she was rejected from two apartments on the basis of her immigration status.

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    Biden announces plan to cap rent increases nationwide

    Under the proposal, owners with 50 or more units would lose certain tax breaks if they raise rent by more than 5% per year.

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    DOJ reportedly planning RealPage civil suit

    The Justice Department is probing the exchange of pricing information and even vacancy rates, according to Politico.

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    Seattle encourages office-to-residential conversions with new law

    The city's mayor said Seattle needs to take advantage of every tool available to fend off a housing shortage as downtown buildings sit empty.

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    Trepp: Multifamily CMBS delinquency moves past 2%

    The special servicing rate for apartments fell in June but remained above 5%.

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    Property managers, residents out of sync on living preferences

    While owners believe renters prioritize tech, they actually have more of a desire for the basics, according to a new survey.

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    Despite headwinds, rent growth remains positive

    Rents rose 1.5% in the first half of 2024 and 1% in the second quarter, trending below the historical average.

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    Crescent Heights secures loan modification at beleaguered San Francisco property

    The developer will retain control of the 754-unit NEMA San Francisco apartment complex after paying its lenders $10.5 million.

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    DEALS + STARTS

    Bolour secures entitlements for development near Dodger Stadium

    The 86-unit project will be located on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles.

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    Q&A

    CRE exec embraces market reset

    Nicole Brickhouse is the newly appointed director of capital markets at Baltimore’s Continental Realty Corp.

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    Morgan acquires 3,434 units in its home state

    The apartment owner plans $80 million in upgrades at the 11 properties in Pennsylvania.

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    Eureka Multifamily discrimination case headed to trial

    An ex-employee is suing the Texas-based property owner alleging racial bias and retaliation.

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    Proptech funding drops 14.3%

    Ninety-one percent of tech firms anticipate raising capital, and 45% expect that to happen in the next 10 to 12 months.

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    Q&A

    Denver-based operator uses its smaller size as an advantage

    The CEO of Atlas Real Estate said his company “out-locals” national players while still investing in technology.