Operations & Technology
Orkin Releases New Findings Regarding Pests in Apartment Homes
According to a survey released by pest control company Orkin, recurring pest issues cause 60 percent of apartment renters to look for a new place to live—a finding supported by the National Apartment Association.
Case Studies: Getting the Green Treatment
Two projects in San Francisco and Chicago exemplify sustainability at its best.
CoreLogic Launches Online Leasing Solution
CoreLogic, a global property information, analytics and data-enabled services provider, today introduced Leasing Manager from CoreLogic, a new cloud-based, online leasing solution for multifamily housing owners and managers.
ASB Buys Sustainable Apartments in Boston
ASB Real Estate Investments has acquired the Element, a recently constructed 100-unit apartment building that’s part of the Green District, a sustainable residential community in Boston’s Allston-Brighton neighborhood.
What Renters Want with Jessica Fiur: The Simpsons, Family Guy and Multifamily Community Outreach
The Simpsons and Family Guy recently had a crossover episode. Apartment communities could also “crossover.”
Peak Campus Management Named Manager of The Clubhouse
Peak Campus Management has been selected as property manager for The Clubhouse, a new 758-bed student housing community serving University of Louisville students.
Tech-Oriented Affordable Seniors Property Opens in Queens
Selfhelp K-VII, a 92-unit affordable seniors housing property at 137-39 45th Ave. in the Flushing neighborhood of Queens, has opened.
MC Residential Rolling Out Different Approach to Leasing Tours
Taking the stance that salespeople often get in the way of and create an uncomfortable atmosphere for the consumer, MC Residential is in the process of rolling out a new apartment touring strategy that gives the prospect the opportunity to view apartments without the distraction of leasing staff.
Applicant Credit Risk Improving Alongside Increases in Rental Prices
A recent report by TransUnion has found that rental applicant credit risks improved by 0.8 percent between Q2 2013 and Q2 2014 despite increases in rent prices.
‘What Renters Want’ with Jessica Fiur: Are You Doing This Crucial Step for New Employees?
It is important to train your new employees so that they know community procedures and how to properly interact with residents.