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Q&AKeeping the human element in a centralized strategy
Atlas Real Estate’s property management model incorporates automation and artificial intelligence, but still ensures tenants can speak to staff.
By Mary Salmonsen • Updated Dec. 18, 2024 -
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‘Not a bad legacy’: Bolton stepping down at MAA
Brad Hill will take over as CEO, effective April 1, 2025, for the second-largest apartment owner in the county.
By Leslie Shaver • Dec. 11, 2024 -
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EXECUTIVE MOVESGreystar hires senior managing director of digital technologies
In the newly created role, Jordan Kobert will lead the multifamily giant’s product and engineering teams.
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Industry leaders applaud Trump’s pick for HUD
Scott Turner, the chief visionary officer at JPI, is a proponent of Opportunity Zones.
By Leslie Shaver • Dec. 5, 2024 -
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Q&AWhy Larken Associates has moved away from centralization
The property manager is focusing on dedicated teams that cultivate relationships with residents, according to its director of residential asset management.
By Mary Salmonsen • Dec. 3, 2024 -
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State sues Indianapolis apartment owner after hundreds of code violations
The lawsuit alleges multiple sewage failures at Hubbard Gardens dating back at least two years.
By Mary Salmonsen • Dec. 2, 2024 -
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EXECUTIVE MOVESCityview expands into Southwestern US
The firm is opening a new office in Dallas and has hired a former Kushner multifamily executive as director of acquisitions.
By Mary Salmonsen • Dec. 2, 2024 -
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Cleveland proposes $1M tenant advocacy program
The ordinance follows new laws passed earlier this year designed to regulate out-of-town landlords.
By Mary Salmonsen • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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3 families sue property owners after gun violence at Florida apartments
A series of incidents going back to 2023 at Cedar Grove Apartments led to two deaths and an injury, according to court documents.
By Mary Salmonsen • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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How will Trump’s victory affect the multifamily industry?
President-elect Donald Trump has said he aims to cut housing regulations and reduce mortgage rates, but details are scarce.
By Mary Salmonsen • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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EXECUTIVE MOVESCityview promotes Damian Gancman to chief investment officer
The 19-year company veteran will focus on unifying the firm’s investment and asset management strategy as it expands its operations.
By Mary Salmonsen • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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OpinionWhat senior living communities need to prioritize for Gen X
The next generation of active adults has a new set of expectations around tech, finances and wellbeing, writes an expert in 55+ housing.
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Almost one-quarter of adults base living decisions on politics
Millennials are the most likely to want to live in areas where most of their neighbors’ views align with their own, according to a recent survey.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 31, 2024 -
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Thought Leaders: October 2024
Executives from Cortland, Roundhouse, Astor Cos. and more talk about their latest challenges and successes.
By Multifamily Dive Staff • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Operators balance automation and customer service
While some apartment managers say centralization improves the resident experience, others prefer in-person interaction.
By Leslie Shaver • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Arkansas Fair Housing Commission files suit after eviction threat against single father
The resident alleges that he was harassed by his landlord due to his familial status.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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Deep DiveAssistant managers move off-site amid centralization push
Apartment operators see many advantages to moving bookkeeping and collections functions to remote locations.
By Leslie Shaver • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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EXECUTIVE MOVESDenholtz Properties names Katie Kurtz as new CEO
Kurtz was previously the CFO at New York City-based Silverstein Properties.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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Deals + Starts: September 2024
Firms including Timberlane Partners and LRE Management made news in recent months.
By Multifamily Dive Staff • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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Aggressive tenants, mental health are top challenges for property managers
While most apartment managers are satisfied with their work, they also report impacts on their well-being, according to a new report.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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Family of woman killed in Maryland apartment fire sues property manager
The wrongful death lawsuit seeks $2.3 million from the owner and operator of Arrive Silver Spring.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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Troubled Aurora, Colorado, apartments draw national attention
While management claimed that gangs took over its properties this summer, residents and city officials highlighted multiple code violations.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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EXECUTIVE MOVESAmherst Group names new general counsel
Peter Campbell was previously in the same role for Lendlease in the Americas.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Freddie Mac names new CEO
Diana Reid brings more than four decades of banking, real estate, capital markets and affordable housing experience to the company.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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Q&APratum CEO explains why he wants to acquire more properties
Shah Alam thinks ownership will complement the existing services his management firm offers.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 5, 2024
