Operations & Technology

Why Reputation Matters

Reputation management is an essential practice in the multifamily industry and fundamental to the success of a community. Joe Greenblatt, president & CEO of Sunrise Management, explains how to optimize apartment reviews.

X-Chair Debuts New Design

The company’s newest product takes ergonomic seating to a new level, which is well-suited for use in multifamily communities targeting young professionals or students with co-working or business spaces.

Freddie Mac Survey Reveals Demand Drivers for Rental Housing

A growing number of renters see renting as an option that fits their lifestyle, and a savvy choice at many life stages.

Greystar's Managing Director of Real Estate Strategic Services Sherry Freitas, Bell Partners Inc.'s Senior Vice President Kevin Thompson, Alliance Residential's Director of Marketing Strategy Catherine Swaback, Security Properties Residential's Director of Marketing Laurel Zacher and Kingsley Associates' Principal John Falco.

4 Things Today’s Renter Expects

At NMHC’s OPTECH Conference & Exposition in Las Vegas, Kingsley Associates debuted the results of the 2017 Resident Survey Report. From rent payment methods to online reviews, the report covers what features and amenities today’s renters are expecting, as well as the latest issues hitting the apartment industry.

How Tech Is Changing Multifamily Lending

The traditional process of obtaining financing can be difficult. However, lending firms are starting to bring innovation to the market through technology and revolutionizing the lending business in the process.

NRP Group Launches Third-Party Construction Unit

NRP Construction will be involved in residential construction projects in Texas. The company’s specialty is design-assist and design-build.

4 Benefits of Remote HVAC Managed Services

Having this service can ensure the goals of the facility are met by providing a highly skilled operations team to provide regular monitoring and validation of your systems’ operation.

Ann Matheis

Remote Access: Multifamily’s Key to Success

Integrating electronic access is a simple and profitable way to attract a growing audience of residents, mitigate safety concerns and streamline access management, according to Ann Matheis of Allegion.

Airbnb, FL Developer Roll Out Home-Sharing Plan

Newgard Development Group is working with the home-sharing company to form Niido, which will own a 324-unit apartment building in Kissimmee, Fla. Residents can share their units and access various tools, including a new app that supports checking in and assisting guests.

MRES Launches Student Housing Division

The company has received its first student housing management assignment: The Vault at Statesboro, a 132-unit community in Statesboro, Ga.