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Owner, manager sued for death of 2 children in Mississippi apartment fire
The smoke alarms at the William Bell Apartments were not functional at the time of the incident, according to officials.
By Mary Salmonsen • May 13, 2024 -
DEALS + STARTS
American Landmark grabs a 444-unit deal in Tampa
The apartment owner was able to secure lower insurance than its competitors, which helped it purchase the waterfront property.
By Leslie Shaver • May 13, 2024 -
Trendline
Top 5 stories from Multifamily Dive
A roundup of some of Multifamily Dive’s top stories of 2024.
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EPA launches new Energy Star residential standard
The Energy Star NextGen Certification for New Homes and Apartments builds on the foundation set by the existing program.
By Mary Salmonsen • May 9, 2024 -
REIT Report
Essex raises revenue guidance
Improvement in delinquencies helped power the REIT’s better-than-expected first-quarter numbers.
By Leslie Shaver • May 8, 2024 -
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Core Spaces launches wealth management platform
The student housing firm has tapped brothers Tom and John Dine to lead the investment vehicle as managing directors.
By Mary Salmonsen • May 8, 2024 -
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Quarterra Living exec leaves Lennar for Ashcroft Capital
JoAnn Blaylock is now president of Birchstone Residential, Ashcroft’s in-house property firm.
By Mary Salmonsen • May 6, 2024 -
REIT Report
AVB beats estimates, raises guidance
Strong occupancy and low move-outs to buy homes gave the REIT pricing power into spring leasing season.
By Leslie Shaver • May 6, 2024 -
Q&A
Carleton Management Services’ new CEO sees a path for midsize firms
As operators go through a period of consolidation, Tasha Krawiec says some owners prefer smaller firms.
By Leslie Shaver • May 6, 2024 -
HUD raises max deductibles for wind and named storm coverage
The updates are intended to reduce costs for owners and provide more flexibility in negotiations with insurance providers.
By Mary Salmonsen • May 6, 2024 -
REIT Report
EQR continues trend of record-low turnover
The REIT’s expenses rose only 1.3% thanks to lower maintenance and utility costs.
By Leslie Shaver • May 1, 2024 -
Q&A
‘Synthetic’ fraud is on the rise. Are you prepared?
Criminals are using identities composed of a mix of real and fake information to get past traditional detection methods, according to a new report.
By Mary Salmonsen • April 30, 2024 -
New Freddie Mac policies address underwriting, fraud detection
New or inexperienced multifamily borrowers will now need additional due diligence.
By Mary Salmonsen • April 29, 2024 -
Q&A
Greystar eyes build-to-rent expansion
The multifamily giant has 4,500 BTR homes in development and 2,000 more in the planning stages.
By Mary Salmonsen • April 26, 2024 -
The multifamily markets where expenses are rising the fastest
While total operating cost growth has slowed somewhat, insurance premiums are increasing, especially in disaster-prone areas.
By Mary Salmonsen • April 16, 2024 -
MEB Management Services merges with Weller
The combined company, Bryten Real Estate Partners, will operate nearly 47,000 units across the U.S.
By Leslie Shaver • April 16, 2024 -
Q&A
Upcoming 325-unit property spotlights artistry in Huntsville, Alabama
Bordering two historic districts, Stella at Five Points is positioned to take advantage of a changing market.
By Mary Salmonsen • April 12, 2024 -
DEALS + STARTS
RPM Living pays $85M for Atlanta-area asset
The Austin, Texas-based firm bought the 407-unit apartment complex from Willow Bridge Property Co.
By Leslie Shaver • April 11, 2024 -
Q&A
Hillpointe rises to the top
The firm’s fully integrated approach provides a unique competitive advantage, according to co-founder Steven Campisi.
By Jennifer Goodman • April 11, 2024 -
Rising rental fraud comes at a cost for property managers
Falsified applications have reduced income or increased expenses by at least 10% for most operators, according to a new report.
By Mary Salmonsen • April 9, 2024 -
Opinion
Survey says operators should focus on community over frills
More than luxurious amenities, renters want to be treated with a welcoming attitude by staff and other tenants, according to a new NMHC report.
By Sarah Yaussi • April 9, 2024 -
Greystar takes the top spot on owners’, managers’ and developers’ lists
Asset Living and RPM Living are No. 2 and No. 3 respectively on the managers’ list, while MAA and Morgan Properties hold the same spots on the owners’ list.
By Leslie Shaver • April 8, 2024 -
Maryland Supreme Court rules against Kushner Cos.
The lawsuit alleges Kushner-owned Westminster Management charged fees above the state’s legal limit.
By Mary Salmonsen • April 2, 2024 -
DEALS + STARTS
Chicago deal fetches a near-decade high price for its submarket
Icarus Investment Group snagged Madison Terrace in the Garfield Park neighborhood for $11 million.
By Leslie Shaver • March 28, 2024 -
DEALS + STARTS
Centerspace sells 2 properties for $19M total
Last year, the REIT jettisoned 13 communities for $226.8 million as it focused on repaying debt.
By Leslie Shaver • March 21, 2024 -
Properties serve up creative food, beverage offerings
Concepts include drinks on tap, grab-and-go markets and bar spaces open to the public.
By Mary Salmonsen • Updated March 21, 2024