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Among the many hazards that can threaten any multifamily building, fire ranks right at the top. Local news is replete with stories about the property loss, structural damage, and even death that a fire can cause. While horrific in small properties, fire can be even more dangerous in multifamily buildings. High-rises in particular can pose unique challenges when it comes to fire safety—and meeting those challenges can literally be a matter of life and death. Causes All kinds of mishaps and malfunctions can cause fires—even a minor human or mechanical error can lead to a deadly conflagration. “The most common causes are simple things, like candles and extension cords, or leaving a... Read more
Several laws aimed at protecting tenants in California are set to take effect in 2025. One of the key changes comes from Assembly Bill 2747, which requires...
Key Takeaways The US multifamily sector surpassed expectations last year, with nearly 667K apartment units absorbed. This growth was largely driven by favorable economic...
Tax-filing season, which began Jan. 27, can be a source of mental and financial stress—but those who have worked smarter instead of harder have tax breaks headed their...
Introduction You’re about to pack up when the email arrives. “What’s going on with this property in Houston?” You check the dashboard and see...
As we enter the New Year, analysts are peering into their crystal balls to predict how multifamily will thrive in 2025. Yardi Matrix sees the multifamily market poised for modest growth, driven by the Northeast and Midwest markets, expecting economic growth and the industry’s stable fundamentals to increase rents by 1.5 percent in 2025. But rent growth predictions vary. Below, Gray Capital provides a rent growth forecast by both market and analyst. Most analysts predict another year of heavy apartment deliveries in 2025, except CoStar Group, which calls for rapidly falling supply to push meaningful rent growth in the second half of 2025 and 2026. Matrix calls for another big year... Read more
In recent years, tiny homes have become a popular alternative to the traditionally large American-style home and a viable way to provide shelter within a small space....
In its first report for 2025, RentCafe highlights the top metros where renters and real estate professionals should focus their attention this year. The list was...
Renters need to earn $63,680 to afford the median asking rent for a U.S. apartment—the lowest income required since early 2022. Texas metros Austin, Houston and...
For various reasons, millions of Americans each year choose to move out of their current home and move on to pastures new. But only just over one in three is making the...
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