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    How will Trump’s victory affect the multifamily industry?

    President-elect Donald Trump has said he aims to cut housing regulations and reduce mortgage rates, but details are scarce.

    By Nov. 8, 2024
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Cityview promotes Damian Gancman to chief investment officer

    The 19-year company veteran will focus on unifying the firm’s investment and asset management strategy as it expands its operations.

    By Nov. 5, 2024
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    Opinion

    What senior living communities need to prioritize for Gen X

    The next generation of active adults has a new set of expectations around tech, finances and wellbeing, writes an expert in 55+ housing.

    By Dharam Khalsa • Nov. 4, 2024
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    Almost one-quarter of adults base living decisions on politics

    Millennials are the most likely to want to live in areas where most of their neighbors’ views align with their own, according to a recent survey.

    By Oct. 31, 2024
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    Thought Leaders: October 2024

    Executives from Cortland, Roundhouse, Astor Cos. and more talk about their latest challenges and successes.

    By Multifamily Dive Staff • Oct. 30, 2024
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    Operators balance automation and customer service

    While some apartment managers say centralization improves the resident experience, others prefer in-person interaction.

    By Oct. 22, 2024
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    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 Oct. 11, 2024
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    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 Oct. 8, 2024
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Denholtz Properties names Katie Kurtz as new CEO

    Kurtz was previously the CFO at New York City-based Silverstein Properties.

    By Sept. 27, 2024
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    Deals + Starts: September 2024

    Firms including Timberlane Partners and LRE Management made news in recent months.

    By Multifamily Dive Staff • Sept. 26, 2024
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    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 Sept. 23, 2024
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    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 Sept. 18, 2024
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    Troubled Aurora, Colorado, apartments draw national attention

    While management claimed that gangs took over its properties this summer, residents and city officials highlighted multiple code violations.

    By Sept. 18, 2024
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Amherst Group names new general counsel

    Peter Campbell was previously in the same role for Lendlease in the Americas.

    By Sept. 16, 2024
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    Freddie Mac names new CEO

    Diana Reid brings more than four decades of banking, real estate, capital markets and affordable housing experience to the company.

    By Sept. 10, 2024
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    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 Sept. 5, 2024
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    Houston tenant seeks $1M after unit ceiling collapses

    A lawsuit filed against the property owner, Commerce Capital Partners, alleges negligence.

    By Sept. 4, 2024
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    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 Aug. 27, 2024
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    HP Investors separates from its affiliate

    Isaac Abid will serve as the general partner of the Northern California portfolio under his new venture, Lakeside Group.

    By Aug. 23, 2024
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    Q&A

    Carpenter builds her career building Chicago’s apartment complexes

    Related Midwest Assistant Superintendent Patricia Brown most recently worked on The Row Fulton Market.

    By Aug. 13, 2024
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    AvalonBay adds new leader for portfolio, asset management

    Executive Vice President Pamela Thomas will also have a vote on the company’s potential investments.

    By Aug. 9, 2024
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    Oregon renters file $6M lawsuit against apartment operator after threats from neighbors

    The families allege that management and police failed to act despite dozens of reports during several months.

    By Aug. 1, 2024
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    Thought Leaders: July 2024

    Executives from Bozzuto, Cushman & Wakefield, Atlas and more talk about their latest challenges and successes.

    By Multifamily Dive Staff • July 31, 2024
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    Wood Partners no longer pursuing West Coast opportunities

    The country's No. 4 developer is committed to completing its current projects in these markets, according to CEO Joe Keough.

    By July 25, 2024
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    Altman Management Co. faces housing discrimination suit

    The plaintiff alleges she was rejected from two apartments on the basis of her immigration status.

    By July 17, 2024