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    Is the EV revolution over?

    Despite a sales slowdown, apartment owners and developers should charge ahead with electric vehicle infrastructure, experts say.

    By Amanda Loudin • Jan. 31, 2024
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    Q&A

    DMG sees a range of trends among its renters

    Chicago-based Daniel Management Group has noted rising demand for green space, EV charging and private garages, among other features.

    By • Jan. 30, 2024
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    Artificial Intelligence

    Dtmliving breaks down the pros and cons of this nascent technology for apartment owners, operators and managers.

    By Dtmliving staff
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    Fitch: Multifamily CMBS delinquencies to double in 2024

    Heightened levels of new supply, slowing revenue growth and higher expenses will challenge apartments.

    By • Jan. 29, 2024
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    Q&A

    Management exec sees softening in NYC metro

    In the suddenly competitive market, FirstService Residential’s Marc Pollack is prioritizing service.

    By • Jan. 26, 2024
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    What apartment leaders need to know for 2024

    It’s anyone’s guess what will happen in the next 12 months, but these insights from multifamily pros can help bring the year into focus.

    By Dtmliving Staff • Jan. 26, 2024
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    EXECUTIVE MOVES

    Denholtz brings on apartment veteran as director of multifamily

    Coming from Mill Creek Residential, Jeff Fenner intends to streamline the company’s operations.

    By • Jan. 22, 2024
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    Colorado tenant sues Greystar over alleged junk fees

    The former resident claims that the multifamily giant charged tenants illegal and hidden fees for items like pest control, valet trash and billing.

    By • Jan. 22, 2024
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    Q&A

    New Jersey owner caters to empty nesters

    Woodmont Properties offers flexibility, storage and larger apartments.

    By • Jan. 19, 2024
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    Colorado management firm fined $1M

    Four Star Realty settled with the state after an investigation into its practice of charging for routine repairs and other services.

    By • Jan. 18, 2024
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    2024 OUTLOOK

    Where rents will go in 2024

    New supply and concessions will be the headline stories in apartment markets this year.

    By • Jan. 17, 2024
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    Q&A

    The evolution of build to rent

    As he embarks on a new role as CEO of ARK Homes For Rent, John Isakson sees an opportunity to define the BTR sector.

    By • Jan. 16, 2024
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    28 NYC properties head to foreclosure

    Emerald Equity Group owns the workforce assets, which contain 747 units in multiple neighborhoods in the Bronx.

    By • Jan. 10, 2024
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    2024 OUTLOOK

    Top multifamily design trends for 2024

    Here’s what renters are looking for and designers and developers aim to highlight in the year ahead.

    By • Jan. 10, 2024
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    2024 OUTLOOK

    4 multifamily trends to watch in 2024

    Apartment operators will see new supply temper rent growth this year, among other challenges.

    By • Jan. 9, 2024
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    DEALS + STARTS

    Single-family firm enters build-to-rent space

    13th Floor Homes is underway on two BTR projects in Florida.

    By • Jan. 9, 2024
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    PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

    Pre-leasing begins at Mediterranean-style property in Silicon Valley

    Vida at Morgan Hill will add 389 units to one of California’s most competitive rental markets.

    By • Jan. 2, 2024
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    Fire damages apartments at $1B development underway in Texas

    An unoccupied multifamily building in the Sapphire Bay project in Rowlett, Texas, burned for over 24 hours Friday.

    By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 20, 2023
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    Q&A

    NJ property manager takes unique approach to hiring

    Sonya Bryant-Brown’s careful way of vetting prospects has led to very low turnover.

    By • Dec. 19, 2023
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    Chicago’s Belden-Stratford reopens after extensive renovation

    The transformation of the 100-year-old building happened despite challenges from COVID-19, a lack of lobby space and stringent NRHP requirements.

    By • Dec. 15, 2023
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    Disney unveils plans for second Storyliving community

    Asteria in Chatham County, North Carolina, will include a mix of more than 4,000 multifamily and single-family homes.

    By • Dec. 14, 2023
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    PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

    Related Group opens co-living property in Miami’s Wynwood

    Renters at i5 Wynwood will live in fully furnished, shared suites of three to four private rooms.

    By • Dec. 13, 2023
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    RREAF Residential rebrands as RR Living

    The Dallas firm plans to expand into new markets and double its portfolio over the next three years.

    By • Dec. 13, 2023
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    Rents enter third month of decline as winter begins

    Despite slowing growth, the average rent is still over 20% higher than it was before COVID-19.

    By • Dec. 7, 2023
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    Kansas City, Missouri, proposal would ban discrimination based on housing vouchers

    The city could join more than 120 jurisdictions that outlaw providers from denying housing due to a renter’s source of income.

    By • Dec. 6, 2023
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    Heavy concessions are helping renters move up

    In what has been a surprise to both executives and analysts, effective class B rents have been falling in high-supply markets.

    By • Dec. 5, 2023