Editor’s Note

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

Apartment Residents’ New Outside View

Successful leasing means staying ahead of the next wave of resident preferences. The newest changes are taking place outdoors.

Jessica Fiur, Editor-in-Chief

Banks Embrace Multifamily (Again)

There has already been an uptick in multifamily direct lending. Will this continue?

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

A Better Balance for Multifamily in 2025?

Multifamily investment activity may finally increase this year. But mitigating factors will keep the floodgates from suddenly opening wide.

Jessica Fiur, Editor-in-Chief

Building for Climate Change

Developers are looking to incorporate weather-resistant materials into their buildings to combat tornadoes and more.

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

A Healthy, Balanced Leasing Team

Are your humans and bots working optimally together?

Jessica Fiur, Editor-in-Chief

Mixing It Up: The New Mixed-Use Businesses

The innovative ideas architects and developers are including in their communities.

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

Improving ROI Through Proactive Cost Management

With rents rising more slowly and the cost of materials and construction still high, watching operating costs can have a real impact on the bottom line.

Jessica Fiur, Editor-in-Chief

The Importance of Disaster Preparedness at Multifamily Communities

Climate change has caused extreme weather, which could affect apartment buildings. Are you prepared?

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

New Partnerships to Bridge the Affordable Shortage

The need for affordable rental housing can’t easily be met with new construction right now. But a growing number of developers are partnering with community-centered organizations that have excess property and an interest in helping fill the gap.

Jessica Fiur, Editor-in-Chief

The Importance of Images on Apartment Websites

A picture is worth a thousand words, especially when it comes to attracting prospective residents.