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Resident Technology in Multifamily: What...

What exactly do residents want? You might be surprised. In a part one of our blog series, we explored the topic of using emerging technology in multifamily. For part two, we dive into the usage of new technology in student housing communities. Recent surveys have shown that when it comes to automation technology in multifamily, residents across all generational areas do not want a lot. They do not want the bells and whistles such as lighting and window shades control. What they are really interested in is utility management—being able to control their heating and air systems—and security systems. Using Technology in Student Housing The exception, however, is in student housing, where... Read more

There are numerous initiatives focused on creating more affordable apartment units. Most of these initiatives are targeting the Millennials—those renters that are...

The United States holds 2.2 million people in its prisons, and every year, some 650,000 of them are released. If they are to re-enter society as productive, law-abiding...

Asking and effective rents in the first quarter of 2016 continued to grow even as more than 200,000 new apartment units have come on line in the past year. The U.S....

(CNSNews.com) – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is warning landlords they could face discrimination charges for turning down prospective tenants...

Homeowners vs. Landlord Insurance

Whether you invest in rental property full-time or just rent out your extra bedroom on occasion, you need more protection than a standard homeowners policy can provide. To shield yourself from potentially catastrophic losses, look into supplemental coverage for your homeowners policy or a separate landlord insurance policy. Here’s what you need to know about the differences between homeowners and landlord insurance. Comparing homeowners insurance and landlord insurance The table below highlights differences and similarities between homeowners insurance vs. landlord insurance: Coverage details Homeowners insurance Landlord insurance Insured resides In the home alongside tenant In... Read more

It’s clear that the housing market has heated up, with a lack of inventory for sale pushing up prices and making conditions tough for would-be home buyers. But as...

Many people choose not to rent out their property here in Seward because they are scared about getting a bad renter. In our line of work as property managers, we have...

A new report put out by RealtyTrac, a source for comprehensive housing data, released its first quarter 2016 Single Family Rental Market Report, showing the best and...

Could changes to the Ellis Act be on the way? Under the terms of the 1985 Ellis Act, property owners may evict all of their rent-controlled tenants with only four...