Yardi rent pricing antitrust case narrowed by federal judge

The Washington judge dismissed 10 out-of-state property managers from a class action lawsuit focused on algorithmic pricing, saying they don’t fall under the district court’s jurisdiction.

By Julie Strupp • April 2, 2026

RealPage names first fintech chief

Zahir Khoja will head financial services innovation and strategy for the real estate software and analytics giant.

By Julie Strupp • March 18, 2026

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Resident Retention

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

By Multifamily Dive staff

Making AI work for your real estate business: From hype to results

The five reasons AI underperforms in real estate and what tech leaders can do.

By Vijay Anand VP, AI & Data at MRI Software • March 16, 2026

How one company is using AI to transform affordable housing

EliseAI is automating workflows and taking phone calls for property managers who oversee one in six rental units in the U.S., the company says.

By Ryan Kushner • Feb. 27, 2026

American Landmark names chief innovation and technology officer

Adam Smolyar will oversee enterprise technology strategy, innovation agenda and digital transformation initiatives for the Sun Belt-focused owner-operator.

By Julie Strupp • Feb. 26, 2026

Uncovering the hidden costs of outdated security systems at multifamily properties

Discover the hidden risks, liabilities and revenue losses—and how modern access control boosts ROI.

Feb. 23, 2026

5 ways multifamily video is driving leases — and saving teams time

Five data-backed tactics top operators use to increase lease conversion and streamline operations with video.

Feb. 23, 2026

Equity Residential saw AI, automation bump in 2025

The REIT expects to see the most rent growth in New York City and San Francisco, EQR executives said on a fourth-quarter and full-year earnings call.

By Julie Strupp • Feb. 10, 2026

From cost centers to NOI drivers: A more strategic approach to multifamily technology

Multifamily technology is shifting from cost center to strategic asset

Feb. 9, 2026

MAA settles RealPage suit for $53M

The multifamily landlord and dozens of peer firms were accused of antitrust behavior related to use of the rent-setting software.

By Julie Strupp • Jan. 29, 2026

Will apartment executive hiring pick up in 2026? Recruiters weigh in.

Senior-level hiring slowed when acquisition and development dealmaking dropped, but some multifamily firms are gearing up for an aggressive approach in 2026.

By Leslie Shaver • Jan. 27, 2026

Affirm to offer BNPL for rent

The buy now, pay later player is one of the first to offer pay later installment financing for tenants paying their monthly rent.

By Patrick Cooley • Jan. 16, 2026

Proptech funding rose to $16.7B in 2025

Multifamily tech investment should be active but selective in 2026, with a focus on artificial intelligence, industry experts say.

By Leslie Shaver • Jan. 13, 2026

The future of multifamily leasing: 5 PropTech predictions shaping 2026 and beyond

Discover the top PropTech innovations set to reshape multifamily leasing and give you a competitive edge.

Jan. 12, 2026

Real Estate Business Analytics buys Markerr to bolster compliant data tools

The acquisition brings the firm’s regulation-ready rent data and AI-driven modeling to REBA’s operational analytics platform.

By Julie Strupp • Jan. 9, 2026

Rockrose Development suffers security breach affecting 47,000 people

The New York City-based firm recently found that unauthorized individuals hacked its systems and claimed to have acquired confidential information.

By Leslie Shaver • Dec. 18, 2025

Plugged in: Must-have infrastructure for attracting and retaining renters

Developers are prioritizing high-speed connectivity smart technologies to make properties stand out.

Dec. 1, 2025

Speed is the commodity. Experience is the differentiator

Residents don’t buy bandwidth. They buy experiences that work everywhere, every time.

Dec. 1, 2025

States, landlords spar over RealPage settlements

Four attorneys general asked a judge to reject a proposed agreement related to price-fixing allegations, arguing that it could undermine other related lawsuits.

By Julie Strupp • Nov. 7, 2025

How Apartment Management Consultants became the country’s seventh largest manager

The Utah-based operator has relied on organic growth and lean operations over the years, but it has recently invested more in people and technology.

By Leslie Shaver • Oct. 21, 2025

Smart tech, real revenue and zero cost: The future of multifamily energy

Smart tech promises savings, but owners see costs. Master metering flips the math, turning risk into revenue.

Oct. 13, 2025

Greystar, others settle RealPage rental pricing lawsuit

Bozzuto, Simpson, Avenue5 and additional property managers agreed to pay $142 million total to resolve antitrust allegations.

By Julie Strupp • Oct. 8, 2025

Modern multifamily buildings see ‘far better fire safety outcomes’ than other housing types, Pew report finds

Fire deaths in modern multifamily homes occur at one-fourth the rate of those in modern single-family homes, the report found.

By Ryan Kushner • Oct. 3, 2025

FTC, states sue Zillow, Redfin

The Federal Trade Commission said the firms conspired to reduce competition in the online multifamily rental listing market.

By Leslie Shaver • Oct. 1, 2025

Top multifamily industry conferences in 2026

Multifamily Dive has apartment pros covered with a full list of upcoming rental housing events, expos and meetings.

By Julie Strupp • Updated Jan. 27, 2026