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    January 2023 Thought Leaders

    Executives from Denholtz, AmTrust RE, Housing Trust Group and more talk about their latest challenges and successes.

    By Multifamily Dive Staff • Jan. 26, 2023
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    White House looks into tenant screening practices, rent increases

    Federal agencies will examine topics such as background checks, credit reporting and anti-competitive information sharing.

    By • Jan. 26, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Multifamily Dive

    A roundup of some of Multifamily Dive’s top stories of 2024.

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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    Deep Dive

    Recession watch: Why the next one will be different

    Executives from Skanska, Lendlease, Suffolk and others see unique characteristics in an economic slowdown this year.

    By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 19, 2023
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    OUTLOOK 2023

    3 questions about REITs in 2023

    The public companies could see an opportunity to get more aggressive in the new year, but deteriorating fundamentals may provide challenges.

    By • Jan. 18, 2023
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    Q&A

    Chicago rent growth will moderate in 2023, owner says

    Peak Properties’ Mike Zucker is focusing on retaining both employees and residents this year.

    By • Jan. 17, 2023
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    Flexible rent payment options gain popularity as affordability decreases

    Buy now, pay later programs save property managers time and help struggling renters stay up to date.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Jan. 17, 2023
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    OUTLOOK 2023

    Managers prepare for a challenging year

    Expense control and retention will be priorities amid concerns about inflation and the economy.

    By • Jan. 9, 2023
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    Q&A

    Dallas developer takes ‘pet friendly’ to the next level

    Steve Bardack’s Fidus Pet Concierge Communities aims to purchase and renovate garden-style properties with pet-friendly features. 

    By • Jan. 6, 2023
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    Nevada-based property management firm launched

    Created by former Sunrise Management execs, CloudTen has 75 employees and manages 32 properties.

    By • Dec. 19, 2022
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    Wichita, Kansas, to pay landlords who accept housing vouchers

    The city is launching a new program to create incentives for landlords to lease apartments to people who receive federal rental assistance. 

    By Danielle McLean • Dec. 16, 2022
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    Fed raises main rate by half point, signals higher level in 2023

    Fed Chair Jerome Powell said that recent progress in reducing inflation is not enough to forestall increases in borrowing costs in 2023.

    By Jim Tyson • Dec. 15, 2022
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    Demand soars for EV charging at multifamily properties

    Infrastructure options and cost incentives have become more complex as the electric vehicle revolution gears up.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Dec. 12, 2022
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    NYC apartment owners weigh the dangers of electric bikes, scooters

    After a series of fires, operators must balance resident needs with safety.

    By • Dec. 8, 2022
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    Q&A

    Denholtz expands into Southeast, eyes new property management strategies

    Regional manager Kayte Peters aims to incorporate tech into the company’s multifamily operations.

    By • Dec. 6, 2022
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    Should your property have a sound studio?

    Some developers are taking a chance on an unusual amenity that plays off the popularity of videos and podcasts.

    By • Dec. 2, 2022
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    Multifamily owners on guard as violent crime surges in some areas

    Violence, burglaries and drug offenses have increased in many U.S. cities since the start of the pandemic. Here’s what managers need to know to keep their properties safe.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Nov. 28, 2022
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    Deep Dive

    Are short-term rentals worth the risk?

    Problems in one Texas high-rise show the challenges of relying on temporary guests, but some managers say they can smooth out issues.

    By • Nov. 17, 2022
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    AvalonBay exec: Inflation, not demand, drove rent growth this year

    Higher rents have led investors to push the “boundaries of underwriting,” according to senior vice president for market research Craig Thomas.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Nov. 15, 2022
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    Supply chain outlook: more shortages, price hikes ahead

    Analysts and contractors break down prices and lead times for concrete, cement, steel, lumber, insulation, drywall and HVAC equipment in the coming year.

    By Sebastian Obando • Nov. 14, 2022
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    CRE developers reveal their biggest challenges for 2023

    “If you’re in real estate, you are in a recession,” said the author of a new study looking at the main drivers of anxiety among owners.

    By Sebastian Obando • Nov. 11, 2022
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    New suit alleges RealPage, Greystar, others colluded on student housing

    The class-action lawsuit accuses 10 companies of using RealPage’s systems to inflate student housing rents across the U.S.

    By • Nov. 8, 2022
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    Rent-to-income ratios push toward 40%, some owners say

    Renters are squeezed more than ever, as the cost of living rises across the country.

    By • Nov. 7, 2022
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    Q&A

    To foster community, connect residents to the outside

    Gardens and co-working spaces are among MBH Architects’ strategies for resident interaction.

    By • Nov. 4, 2022
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    How to prevent application fraud

    Technology and more in-depth checks from property staff can help, but local regulations are an obstacle.

    By • Nov. 2, 2022
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    Q&A

    Are interest rates too high? Daryl Carter has seen much worse

    Avanath’s CEO is still getting affordable apartment deals done despite volatility in the market.

    By • Nov. 1, 2022