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    REIT Report

    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 • Feb. 12, 2024
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    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 • Feb. 8, 2024
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    Funding for proptech plummets 42%

    Technologies that solve operational problems and reduce costs will be popular in a slower rent growth environment.

    By • Jan. 29, 2024
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    PRODUCTS

    January 2024 roundup: New multifamily products

    Innovative offerings include sliding door systems and a customized cornhole set.

    By • Jan. 24, 2024
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    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 • Jan. 18, 2024
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    RealPage lawsuit progresses in court

    However, a federal court tossed out a similar student housing antitrust suit.

    By • Jan. 12, 2024
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    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 • Nov. 29, 2023
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    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 • Nov. 27, 2023
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    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 • Nov. 27, 2023
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    Sponsored by Widewail

    Your 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
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    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 • Nov. 9, 2023
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    DC files suit against RealPage, 14 landlords

    Attorney General Brian Schwalb accused the defendants of unlawfully agreeing to exchange competitively sensitive data.

    By • Nov. 3, 2023
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    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
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    PRODUCTS

    October 2023 roundup: new multifamily products

    New options this month include resilient surfaces, exterior paint and a fluorescent-to-LED conversion kit.

    By • Oct. 25, 2023
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    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 • Oct. 19, 2023
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    Lennar reports data breach

    Over 7,400 customers were affected by the incident, which involved access to names and Social Security numbers.

    By • Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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    PRODUCTS

    10 multifamily products shown at Greenbuild

    Sustainable offerings include solar arrays, power-generating fitness machines and no-VOC paint.

    By • Oct. 5, 2023
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    Energy-efficient multifamily projects eligible for expanded tax credit

    The Section 45L credit, revised under the Inflation Reduction Act, offers up to $5,000 per unit for certain certifications.

    By • Oct. 3, 2023
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    Q&A

    Inside former Fannie Mae CEO’s plan to fix housing

    Hugh Frater, also a founding partner at BlackRock, thinks a pre-constructed housing system can help close the affordability gap.

    By • Sept. 29, 2023
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    PRODUCTS

    September 2023 roundup: New multifamily products

    Offerings ranging from AI monitoring to circular shower systems are on the list this month.

    By • Sept. 27, 2023
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    Sponsored by AppFolio Inc.

    AI on your side: How LLMs will shake up multifamily workflows

    Generative AI is one of the most profound technological advancements on record. Its speed and impressive functionality present a true paradigm shift, augmenting and simplifying the work of human teams.

    By Cat Allday, VP, AI and Product Operations, AppFolio • Sept. 25, 2023
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    How to retain maintenance workers in a competitive market

    With a few simple steps, owners and operators can hold on to their repair staff.

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Water Street Tampa achieves WELL Gold Community Certification

    The neighborhood, which includes 1,200 rental units across three properties, is the first in North America to attain this standard.

    By • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Yardi, 18 managers hit with antitrust lawsuit

    The class-action complaint cites research showing that operators using the firm’s pricing software had rents 6% higher than the market rate in some cities.

    By • Sept. 14, 2023
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    HUD begins second round of Green and Resilient Retrofit funding

    The first awards are expected to be announced this fall.

    By • Sept. 11, 2023