Operations & Technology
Gerber Plumbing Debuts Water-Efficient Toilets
Toilets are one of the leading sources of water waste in residential properties, but the company’s new model uses only one gallon of water per flush, making it perfect for communities aiming to increase efficiency.
Tips for Saving Money on Energy Bills
Taking steps to make buildings more energy efficient not only has a positive impact on the environment but it can also save a lot of money for property owners in the small-balance market.
Parcel Pending Launches Refrigerated, Outdoor Smart Lockers
The temperature-controlled storage spaces are cooled to 35-44 degrees Fahrenheit, while the outdoor lockers are designed for multifamily properties that lack indoor common space.
New Solutions Spark Alternative Energy Advances
Renewable energy is alive and well in California, according to industry panelists at Realcomm 2017 and management at the solar powered Solterra EcoLuxury Apartments.
Cortland’s Mobile Facilities Training Unit
The company conceived its own mobile training unit that travels anywhere necessary to work with facilities and service teams. Executive Vice President of Facilities and Services Jonathan Tucker discusses how teams can benefit from this program, especially when space is an issue.
The Best Tech Products at Realcomm 2017
A roundup some of the most cutting-edge technology for multifamily, including a program that allows renters to explore a 3D space, an energy-monitoring and analytics platform and a robot concierge.
Tiny Living Brings Big Changes to Student Housing
At the 2017 NeoCon show, Tomas Eliaeson and Thomas Carlson-Reddig of Little discuss how universities can embrace smaller units without sacrificing design or space.
Allied Orion Expands Denver Management Portfolio
The Arel Capital-owned 141-unit property is the seventh residential asset to join The Collective Glendale, a 793-unit portfolio located near Infinity Park.
A Smart-Home System Designed for Multifamily
Tailored to multifamily communities, IOTAS is an automated system that controls everything from the temperature in a resident’s unit to security in common areas.
Workforce Housing’s Monumental Growth
Gregory Lozinak, CEO of Monument Capital Management, discusses the company’s commitment to affordability, his biggest influences in the industry and his goals for 2017.