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    Multifamily design levels up to meet sophisticated tenant expectations

    As apartment residents pay ever-higher rents, they expect more bling for their buck.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Aug. 4, 2022
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    It costs nearly $4,000 to replace a resident when they leave

    Property managers say they must forgo lost rents and give away concessions when a renter departs.

    By • July 19, 2022
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    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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    IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

    As e-commerce booms, managers boost package infrastructure

    Dedicated rooms and delivery services help reduce the burden on on-site staffers.

    By • July 19, 2022
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    The Great Resignation isn't over for multifamily employers

    In this series, Multifamily Dive explores ways to recruit and retain workers during a time of high turnover.

    July 19, 2022
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    Retain workers by managing burnout, building resilience

    Here’s how the multifamily sector can give employees a work-life balance that supports both their personal and professional needs.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • July 15, 2022
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    Managers brace for Amazon package deluge

    Prime Day orders accounted for 2% of deliveries arriving at apartment properties in 2021, but that number could grow this year.

    By • July 14, 2022
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    Why one owner expects to see price declines of up to 30% for some assets

    Interest rate increases could cause pain for owners who are forced to sell.

    By • July 12, 2022
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    Why workers are moving on

    Employees at all levels of the apartment industry seek flexibility, respect and a bigger paycheck.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • July 11, 2022
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    The Big Quit: Employees opt out of jobs in search of better pay, less stress

    The Great Resignation is headed straight for multifamily’s middle managers, experts say.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • July 8, 2022
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    General Motors aims to make EV charging accessible to apartment residents

    The automaker wants to solve the challenge of charging access for those who live in multifamily dwellings.

    By Dan Zukowski • July 6, 2022
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    Institutional clients help fuel one manager’s growth

    Despite record profits, Drucker + Falk struggles to fill open roles — particularly in maintenance. 

    By • July 5, 2022
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    Thought Leaders: June 2022

    This month executives from Camden, Village Green, CHA Partners and more talk about their latest challenges and successes.

    By • June 30, 2022
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    June roundup: New multifamily products

    The list includes products unveiled at last week's Apartmentalize conference.

    By • June 29, 2022
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    After bottoming out, vacancies slowly tick up

    Despite more apartments being available, the market remains historically tight.

    By • June 27, 2022
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    Operational efficiency a rising concern for multifamily operators

    Recruiting, HR and maximizing revenue remain top challenges, according to new research unveiled at last week’s Apartmentalize conference.

    By • June 27, 2022
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    Pandemic, interest rates create pressure for affordable managers

    Higher borrowing rates, combined with increased labor and materials costs, are forcing managers to operate more efficiently.

    By • June 24, 2022
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    The new drivers of apartment demand

    Migration and reopened economies helped propel rent growth 10% beyond wages in the past year.

    By • June 22, 2022
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    How this property manager tackles labor, technology challenges

    Weeding out unnecessary technology and finding workers from new industries are twin goals for RMK Management.

    By • June 21, 2022
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    Renters are staying in their apartments longer, paying more

    Residents are renewing their leases, despite an average rent increase of 10%.

    By • June 21, 2022
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    How rising cap rates could put pressure on managers

    Owners could expect more from their managers as rapid property appreciation declines.

    By • June 15, 2022
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    Property managers deal with churn

    With more investors selling properties than in the past, operators learn to adjust.

    By • June 13, 2022
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    Squeezing efficiency out of single-family rentals

    After rapid growth over the past couple of years, Pure still sees consolidation opportunities through technology.

    By • June 13, 2022
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    Recession 'not inevitable,' Moody's says

    Executives considering changes to wages, prices and other critical points of business strategy must filter an unusual range of conflicting economic forecasts.

    By Jim Tyson • June 8, 2022
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    Natural gas legislation: What multifamily developers, owners need to know

    While a growing number of local governments ban natural gas hookups, over a dozen states have moved to prevent this type of legislation.

    By Jen A. Miller • June 1, 2022
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    Camden sees all-time highs in same-store revenue growth

    Despite strong numbers, CEO Ric Campo worries about the economy.

    By • May 31, 2022