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Nearly half of renters still pay by check
A new report says that ACH payments are the top choice when it comes to electronic options.
By Mary Salmonsen • April 3, 2024 -
PRODUCTS
March 2024 roundup: New multifamily products
Offerings this month include exterior finishes, keyless locks and sinks made of recycled materials.
By Mary Salmonsen • March 27, 2024 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Laurence Dutton via Getty ImagesTrendlineArtificial Intelligence
Multifamily Dive breaks down the pros and cons of this nascent technology for apartment owners, operators and managers.
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Report: DOJ opens criminal probe into RealPage, multiple landlords
The Justice Department also has an ongoing civil investigation into the data and software provider.
By Leslie Shaver • March 25, 2024 -
Q&A
How operators can use big data
A framework for analyzing disparate data sets can help providers notice and take advantage of patterns, according to a tech consultant.
By Mary Salmonsen • March 14, 2024 -
FTC, DOJ argue against dismissal of Yardi antitrust case
The agencies contend that competitors must not agree to advertised list prices, even if actual rents vary from that starting point.
By Leslie Shaver • March 8, 2024 -
Arizona AG sues RealPage, multiple landlords
The state alleges that the firm’s revenue management software compiles competitively sensitive lease data on pricing and occupancy.
By Leslie Shaver • March 4, 2024 -
PRODUCTS
February 2024 roundup: New multifamily products
Offerings this month include items featured at the International Builders’ Show and Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas.
By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 28, 2024 -
How multifamily pros can use generative AI wisely
Before deploying these tools, users should have an understanding of what they can and can’t do — and how they might not work as expected.
By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 28, 2024 -
5 ways AI is transforming the apartment industry
Both predictive and generative tools have seen applications in leasing, marketing and data analysis.
By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 14, 2024 -
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AVB generated $10M from its AvalonConnect rollout in 2023
Like EQR, the REIT expects a slower year in 2024 with NOI growth of 1.25%.
By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 12, 2024 -
First settlements in RealPage antitrust suit announced
AIR and Cushman & Wakefield are working with the plaintiffs in the antitrust case, according to court documents.
By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 8, 2024 -
Funding for proptech plummets 42%
Technologies that solve operational problems and reduce costs will be popular in a slower rent growth environment.
By Leslie Shaver • Jan. 29, 2024 -
PRODUCTS
January 2024 roundup: New multifamily products
Innovative offerings include sliding door systems and a customized cornhole set.
By Mary Salmonsen • Jan. 24, 2024 -
PRODUCTS
5 futuristic products from CES
A built-in countertop charging station, smart bath fans and a washer/dryer combo unit were a few of the residential offerings displayed at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
By Mary Salmonsen • Jan. 18, 2024 -
RealPage lawsuit progresses in court
However, a federal court tossed out a similar student housing antitrust suit.
By Leslie Shaver • Jan. 12, 2024 -
PRODUCTS
November 2023 roundup: New multifamily products
Induction cooktops, an ADA-accessible sink and a variety of services for apartment operators hit the market this month.
By Mary Salmonsen • Nov. 29, 2023 -
DOJ: RealPage suit should move forward
The Justice Department said the use of a shared algorithm would be illegal under antitrust law if allegations brought by renters are true.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 27, 2023 -
Q&A
Inside a Midwestern owner’s move into third-party management
Buckingham brings Ian Bingham on board as it continues to explore centralization.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 27, 2023 -
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Sponsored by WidewailYour PMS reputation “add-on” isn’t good enough
The most effective reputation management strategy is an automated SMS based one, not a PMS ‘add-on.’
Nov. 13, 2023 -
REIT Report
‘Unprecedented’ concessions from competitors put pressure on UDR
Sun Belt supply is an issue, but the REIT also sees increased competition on the coasts.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 9, 2023 -
DC files suit against RealPage, 14 landlords
Attorney General Brian Schwalb accused the defendants of unlawfully agreeing to exchange competitively sensitive data.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 3, 2023 -
Sponsored by ButterflyMX
Your next-generation video intercom is here
The next generation of access control focuses on the front door through transformative features.
Nov. 1, 2023 -
PRODUCTS
October 2023 roundup: new multifamily products
New options this month include resilient surfaces, exterior paint and a fluorescent-to-LED conversion kit.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 25, 2023 -
TransUnion to pay $23M to settle federal charges
The credit reporting agency did not admit wrongdoing regarding the FTC’s charges of failing to ensure tenant screening results were accurate.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 19, 2023 -
Lennar reports data breach
Over 7,400 customers were affected by the incident, which involved access to names and Social Security numbers.
By Mary Salmonsen • Updated Oct. 19, 2023