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Affordable Housing: Top Trends to Watch in 2017

John Williams of Avanath Capital Management explores the “newest darling of the multifamily investment market.”

How Operators Can Profit from Short-Term Rentals

Rented.com COO & Co-Founder Mickey Kropf explains the factors that make now the perfect time for multifamily owners and operators to reap the rewards of the short-term rental industry.

Apartment Market Faces Supply Challenges, Amid Growing Demand

Vacancy rates are near historic lows and rents continue to rise.

Lean and Green: Attract Buyers and Renters with Energy-Efficient Tankless Water Heaters

As green building increases in popularity and more people become conscious of their carbon footprint, building owners aiming to reduce energy costs and attract eco-minded buyers and renters are turning to gas-fired tankless water heaters as an alternative way to heat water in a residential unit.

Using Inspection Systems to Remove Negative Online Reviews

In the multifamily industry, low online reviews usually highlight two key issues: poorly maintained properties and disputes over damage deposits. A comprehensive approach allows managers to identify problems in units and common areas and eliminate the major causes of bad reviews.

Multifamily Financing: 3 Things to Know for 2017

Veteran investment banker Steve Bram of George Smith Partners on the changes ahead next year.

RENTCafé Study: It Pays to Live in ‘Green’ Rental Apartments

For real estate investors, developers, architects and consumers, there is an importance and benefit of following certain construction standards that meet the needs of today’s and tomorrow’s generations of renters.

Identifying Amenities of the Future

Instead of asking what types of amenities residents want, we need to understand what fundamental problems they face and work to solve them.

Home Sharing Hot Spot

Tech titan Airbnb looks to form industry partnerships as demand for home-sharing services grows alongside regulatory headwinds.

What Does It Take to be a Winner in the Senior Housing Market?

Although senior housing shares certain traits with this asset class, it is important to consider the significant aspects that set it apart from the others.