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    Apartment leaders speak out: August 2025

    Executives from Cityview, MBH Architects, Douglas Wilson, BH Properties and Sage Investment Group discuss the opportunities they see in the market.

    By • Aug. 28, 2025
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    REIT Report

    EQR posts ‘solid operating performance’ in Q2

    The REIT’s blended rent came in at 3%, though it used concessions more than it originally expected.

    By • Aug. 21, 2025
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    Trendline

    Student Housing

    As colleges grapple with funding and enrollment issues, one trend related to higher education has remained steady: the demand for high-quality off-campus housing.

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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    DEALS + STARTS

    Foulger Pratt to buy 4 properties from AvalonBay

    The REIT is continuing the process of rebalancing its portfolio by selling on the coasts and buying in the Sun Belt.

    By • Aug. 21, 2025
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Milhaus launches acquisitions division with new SVP

    Greg McHenry, one of the company’s first employees, will build and lead its new venture.

    By • Aug. 20, 2025
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    REIT Report

    Camden predicts slight blended rent growth in Q3

    The Houston-based REIT experienced strong revenue growth in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., in the second quarter, while Austin, Texas, continues to face supply challenges.

    By • Aug. 19, 2025
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    3 ways student housing operators prepare for a new school year

    Pleasing parents and monitoring services and activities are among the ways companies are getting ready for what could be a very different school year.

    By • Aug. 18, 2025
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    AVB has ‘muted’ expectations for second-half 2025 job growth

    The REIT reported better-than-expected revenue gains in the first and second quarters, but expects some cooling for the remainder of the year.

    By • Aug. 14, 2025
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    Q&A

    A talk with an apartment turnaround specialist

    When multifamily properties go back to the bank, lenders turn to Douglas Wilson.

    By • Aug. 14, 2025
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    REIT Report

    UDR beats expectations in Q2

    The REIT upped its same-store revenue, expense and net operating growth outlook for 2025 in its earnings report.

    By • Aug. 12, 2025
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    Sponsored by Vision Fitness

    Generation connected: Why today’s renters want more than treadmills in the gym

    Your unused gym could be costing you renewals – and revenue. Turn it into a retention tool.

    Aug. 11, 2025
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    REIT Report

    New lease rents a drag on MAA in Q2

    Despite resilient demand, the REIT continues to feel the impact of new supply in its Sun Belt markets.

    By • Aug. 7, 2025
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    Issues in Los Angeles weigh on Essex’s second quarter

    More than five years after COVID-19 hit the U.S., eviction moratoriums are still a drag on the REIT’s performance.

    By • Aug. 5, 2025
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Bell Partners hires new CFO

    Quarterra alum Sarah Young will succeed John Tomlinson, who will retire later in August. 

    By • July 31, 2025
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    The Dinerstein Cos. appoints new CFO

    Maria Gomelsky, previously the Houston firm’s chief accounting officer, succeeds David Glaser, who is retiring after seven years in the role.

    By • July 29, 2025
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    Greystar to pay $1.4M to resolve servicemember fee issue

    The Department of Justice alleges that the company unlawfully charged lease termination fees for military personnel ordered to relocate.

    By • July 28, 2025
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    Platte Canyon makes first apartment acquisition

    The recently launched firm’s off-market purchase in San Antonio, Texas, indicates a potential contrarian approach.

    By • July 28, 2025
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    Apartment leaders speak out: July 2025

    Executives from American Landmark, Thompson Thrift, Standard Communities and more talk about their latest challenges and successes.

    By Multifamily Dive Staff • July 24, 2025
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    The keys to getting door hardware right in multifamily communities

    Smart, durable hardware can not only improve the living experience but also reduce maintenance headaches, operational costs and turnover.

    By Brian Moses, Hager • July 21, 2025
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    Q&A

    Thompson Thrift exec returns to lead multifamily development team

    Bo Chapman talks about the firm's future development plans and how it implements technology in its operations.

    By • July 18, 2025
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    Q&A

    How to avoid prospects tuning out on social media

    Devin Lusk, director of marketing at American Landmark, uses authentic storytelling, not stock photos, to build trust with prospective renters.

    By • July 17, 2025
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    DEALS + STARTS

    625 student beds underway in high-demand University of Michigan market

    Chapter Ann Arbor, developed by CRG and Shapack Partners, will be located within one block of campus.

    By • July 16, 2025
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    St. John Properties moves into multifamily construction

    The Baltimore-based real estate developer has brought in Michael Poirot to oversee the new division.

    By • July 15, 2025
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    Q&A

    Standard Communities expands construction division, enters new markets

    The Los Angeles-based affordable housing firm has brought on Caitlin Gossens to lead its capital markets team.

    By • July 11, 2025
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    Austin apartments go to special servicing

    The Texas assets, owned by Keller Capital and backed by a $110 million loan, experienced a 16% decline in their 2024 net cash flow from issuance.

    By • July 8, 2025
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    The colleges with the strongest preleasing for student housing

    As schools gear up for students’ return this fall, enrollment headwinds may stand in the way of future growth, according to a new report.

    By • July 8, 2025