Expenses that multifamily investors can — and can’t — deduct

Understanding the nuances of tax write-offs is essential for any investor aiming to optimize their bottom line, writes an industry executive.

By Stacy Brown • March 28, 2025

New survey highlights insurance challenges for areas beyond the coasts

The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis report shows that premiums rose 45% from 2023 to 2024 for apartment owners in the Upper Midwest.

By Leslie Shaver • March 25, 2025

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Resident Retention

Property managers have a variety of approaches to keep tenants satisfied.

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Property managers turn to tech to solve their biggest challenges

While technology can ease the workload for on-site staff, many companies are looking to strike a balance with the human touch.

By Mary Salmonsen • March 24, 2025

Multi-layer defense: 7 steps to shield your properties from fraud

A new report shows why property owners and operators must equip themselves with the knowledge and tools needed to address fraudsters head-on.

March 24, 2025

The ABCs of apartments: Demystifying the debate over asset classes

In what is often a heated topic, industry pros differ on what constitutes a class A, B and C building.

By Leslie Shaver • March 20, 2025

RangeWater acquires DFW property

In a challenging environment for transactions, the firm found an off-market property to add to its Texas portfolio.

By Leslie Shaver • March 18, 2025

Avanath expands capital-raising platform

The affordable and workforce housing investment firm is also adding 30-year industry veteran Troy Jenkins to its investor relations team.

By Mary Salmonsen • March 17, 2025

Chasen’s Baltimore conversion hits the market

The developer planned to turn the historic One Calvert Plaza into apartments before facing financial difficulties.

By Leslie Shaver • March 17, 2025

JD Vance calls for zoning, regulation reform to improve housing affordability

Vice President JD Vance, speaking at the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference, also blamed immigrants for competing with U.S. citizens for housing.

By Dan Zukowski • March 13, 2025

How Melanie French turns around distressed properties

The CEO of Dallas-based property management firm RR Living puts additional resources into troubled assets to boost their occupancy.

By Leslie Shaver • March 13, 2025

How DOGE will impact Washington, DC-area apartment owners

Cuts to the federal workforce have multifamily pros wondering about potential effects on one of the country's hottest markets.

By Leslie Shaver • March 11, 2025

Frank Cowling to retire from SL Nusbaum after 40 years

Maggie Spillane will assume Cowling’s role and management of a $500 million apartment and shopping center portfolio.

By Mary Salmonsen • March 10, 2025

Apartment REITs predict improvements in 2025

As new apartment deliveries slow in the second half of the year, multifamily's biggest public companies see the opportunity for rent gains.

By Leslie Shaver • March 6, 2025

HUD cancels Section 4 contracts at affordable housing orgs

The department reportedly intends to move grant distribution for smaller companies away from intermediaries.

By Mary Salmonsen • March 6, 2025

Hamilton Zanze acquires Washington property from Starwood

Mission Rock Residential will manage the asset, which is situated 11 miles north of Portland, Oregon.

By Leslie Shaver • March 5, 2025

Multifamily firms announce hirings, promotions

Leadership changes were on tap this year at many of the country’s top apartment firms.

By Multifamily Dive Staff • March 3, 2025

Camden looks to become more aggressive in 2025

The REIT plans to pursue acquisition and development opportunities as new supply falls in its key markets.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 27, 2025

Builders, contractors testify in Congress on permitting issues

The NAHB told a Senate committee that environmental reviews often block or delay housing projects for years.

By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 25, 2025

AvalonBay sees strength in the mid-Atlantic

The REIT will continue to add properties in the suburbs and its expansion regions in 2025.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 25, 2025

Marquette reorganizes leadership, adds new CFO

Jason Tennenbaum will join the C-suite, while Trevor Ryan and Jim Cunningham will lead Marquette Cos. and Marquette Management respectively.

By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 21, 2025

UDR eyes second-half rent boost

Austin, Texas, and Nashville, Tennessee, are problematic for the REIT, but the coasts generally look strong.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 20, 2025

RKW Residential expands marketing, operations leadership

The property manager has made four promotions and four new hires.

By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 19, 2025

ARK Homes for Rent opens Atlanta office, creates new role

Andy Wu, formerly with ResiBuilt, will work with the executive team on growth opportunities.

By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 18, 2025

MAA sees concessions in Austin, Atlanta and Charlotte

The Memphis-based REIT expects new lease pricing to be down 1.5% and renewals to be in the 4.25%-4.5% range this year.

By Leslie Shaver • Feb. 18, 2025

Jury awards over $6.6M to tenants in toxic mold lawsuit

The plaintiffs allege that their apartment’s mold problems left them with chronic health issues and led to a ceiling collapse.

By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 18, 2025