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Retrieved from Aurora Fire and Rescue/Colorado Sentinel on October 15, 2024
Manager, contractors at Colorado complex sued by over 100 former tenants after explosion
The plaintiffs allege an electrical failure in 2022 led to their displacement and personal property theft.
By Mary Salmonsen • Updated Oct. 17, 2024 -
Tech suppliers fear RealPage suits will have ‘chilling effect’ on data sharing
Apartment industry vendors say operators are getting skittish about how their information is used.
By Leslie Shaver • Oct. 14, 2024 -
Explore the Trendline➔
skynesher via Getty ImagesTrendlineResident Retention
Property managers have a variety of approaches to keep tenants satisfied.
By Multifamily Dive staff -
Arkansas Fair Housing Commission files suit after eviction threat against single father
The resident alleges that he was harassed by his landlord due to his familial status.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 11, 2024 -
Deep Dive
Assistant managers move off-site amid centralization push
Apartment operators see many advantages to moving bookkeeping and collections functions to remote locations.
By Leslie Shaver • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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Sustainable amenities your residents desire: Why going green increases NOI
Boost NOI with energy and water-saving products that attract residents and cut costs for multifamily properties.
By Katie Norem, Multifamily Consultant AM Conservation • Oct. 7, 2024 -
2025’s top multifamily conferences
Multifamily Dive has you covered with a full list of the industry events, expos and meetings on tap for this year.
By Mary Salmonsen • Updated Jan. 30, 2025 -
The image by Ken Lunch is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0
Loan for once-iconic Detroit tower goes delinquent
Riverfront Towers, once home to Rosa Parks and Aretha Franklin, was plagued by flooding, insurance costs and evictions.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 30, 2024 -
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Denholtz Properties names Katie Kurtz as new CEO
Kurtz was previously the CFO at New York City-based Silverstein Properties.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 27, 2024 -
Retrieved from RentCafe.
7-property portfolio heads to servicing amid insurance troubles
Wisconsin-based Trinity Flood was the sponsor of the properties in Illinois, Georgia and Arizona.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 25, 2024 -
Invitation Homes settles 3-year FTC investigation for $48M
The Dallas-based rental home provider is accused of charging junk fees, deceptive pricing, inspection issues and unfair eviction practices.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 25, 2024 -
Aggressive tenants, mental health are top challenges for property managers
While most apartment managers are satisfied with their work, they also report impacts on their well-being, according to a new report.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 23, 2024 -
Research points to the downsides of rent control
A new review of over 100 studies shows a variety of negative impacts around policies that regulate rent.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 20, 2024 -
Family of woman killed in Maryland apartment fire sues property manager
The wrongful death lawsuit seeks $2.3 million from the owner and operator of Arrive Silver Spring.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 18, 2024 -
Q&A
Inside AvalonBay’s centralization initiatives
Under the REIT’s neighborhood model, services can be shared for up to 1,500 units.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 17, 2024 -
Owners of more than 8,000 units sue NJ town over new fees
Among other requirements, landlords in Edison must pay $100 per unit per year.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 13, 2024 -
DEALS + STARTS
New York-based firm makes $102M bet on Atlanta through new fund
LRE Management also added PGA golfer Patrick Cantlay as a member of its advisory board.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 13, 2024 -
DEALS + STARTS
Gindi Equities makes $13.5M sale in North Carolina
The New York City firm originally bought the Cedar Ridge Apartments in 2021.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 12, 2024 -
Lynd assigned an 11,000-unit portfolio
The original owners purchased the 50 properties as a value-add play but ran into problems when interest rates rose and costs increased.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 11, 2024 -
Illinois property managers barred from retaliation
The Landlord Retaliation Act, which prohibits rent increases or evictions in response to a tenant complaint, puts landlords in a defensive position, an industry official said.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 10, 2024 -
Trepp: Delinquency, servicing rates hit highs not seen in years
Distressed CMBS loans increased across commercial real estate last month, but apartment issues stood out.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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6 big difference-makers in your next kitchen and bath package
What steps can you take now to reduce business risk and improve net operating income?
Sept. 9, 2024 -
Multifamily permitting drops in urban areas
Higher interest rates and supply chain concerns have taken a toll on apartments, according to the NAHB.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 6, 2024 -
Q&A
Pratum CEO explains why he wants to acquire more properties
Shah Alam thinks ownership will complement the existing services his management firm offers.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 5, 2024 -
Centralization tips from the REITs
With shared services spread among multiple communities, public companies like EQR, UDR and AvalonBay are leading the way.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 3, 2024 -
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Ark Homes for Rent brings in new CFO
Wendy W. Gill will join the C-suite, while current CFO Gina Cabral will transition into another senior leadership position.
By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 27, 2024