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iPhone 12

The annual release of a new iPhone is a big deal for Apple tech lovers. Although the company doesn’t really release advance leaks about their new editions, there are always rumors of anticipated new features. Apple should launch its new set of phones in the month of September as usual, but the coronavirus outbreak could […]

08 / 27 / 20

Improving Energy Efficiency

Class A commercial buildings get all the fanfare. They have the nicest amenities, the best views and, of course, the highest rent. But let’s not overlook the value that class B and C spaces bring to communities and business owners. Often located in suburban areas or lacking glamour that high rises provide, these buildings still […]

08 / 26 / 20

Back to the Office

One of the most significant factors hindering a smooth return to work has been the legal uncertainties surrounding COVID-19. The main concern is the lack of uniformity in the laws between jurisdictions, and the tightening and loosening of restrictions as cases rise or fall. Therefore, employees, tenants and landlords all need to understand what can […]

08 / 25 / 20

Working From Home

Gallup reported that the percentage of employed adults working from home because of the coronavirus went from 31% in mid-March to 49% a few days later, peaking at 62% in mid-April. That’s a lot of people suddenly forced to accept drastic new circumstances. How is working from home, which the COVID-19 pandemic made a necessity […]

08 / 25 / 20

Make Ready Solutions

When was the last time that you reviewed your unit make ready process? During difficult financial times, it is essential for multifamily managers and owners to cut overhead costs and improve efficiencies in every area of business. You could notably improve portfolio valuation by optimizing how you turn a unit. Yardi caught up with Jennifer […]

08 / 24 / 20

Sublease vacant office space availability is up due to COVID 19

Sublease Space to Spare?

Commercial real estate has encountered a space problem: there is too much of it. Unused, unwanted square footage is having a ripple effect throughout the industry, stalling new deals and prompting tenants to get creative with their leases. Which markets have the most excess space? Tech markets such as San Francisco and Boston are among […]

08 / 21 / 20

Senior IQ Update

Yardi Senior IQ has been out for a few months now, and it’s already seen a huge amount of interest from the industry. As clients have gotten into the swing of things, their feedback is helping make the business intelligence solution even more useful for senior living. The latest release, Senior IQ 1.6, is now […]

08 / 20 / 20

News Worth Sharing

The recent surge in coronavirus cases is nothing but troubling, but examples of positivity continue to spring from many senior living communities. In between the extra safety steps and social distancing measures, they’ve shown there’s a lot to be happy about and thankful for. Read on for our next roundup of good news from Yardi […]

08 / 18 / 20

NY Law’s Impact

Last year, New York state implemented new protections for residents of rent-stabilized and market-rate housing, including the conditions under which rent hikes and evictions are allowed. Affordable housing advocates saw the landmark Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 as vital to helping low-income people avoid homelessness in expensive markets such as New York […]

08 / 17 / 20

Key KPI in LA

Yardi is proud to support the community outreach of clients like the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA). Their non-profit Kids Progress, Inc. (KPI), supports social service programs that enhance quality of life and ensure long-term academic and economic success for residents in HACLA’s public housing developments. Founded in 2002, five core […]

08 / 17 / 20

5 Happy Moments

Want better ratings and reviews for your properties? Take the advice of award-winning marketing expert Drew Davis and create moments of inspiration (MOI) for your renters. “If we want better ROI, we need to focus on MOI,” said Davis. “Meaningful micromoments define your experience, differentiate your service and truly build your brand.” In episode 5 […]

08 / 14 / 20

Senior Living AP

Growth may be a good problem to have, but you still need a way scale efficiently and effectively. Especially when it comes to accounts payable. As the number of communities in your portfolio grows, so too does the number of vendors to manage and invoices to process. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, Cascadia Senior […]

08 / 13 / 20

crowdfunding for real estate

Tulsa Real Estate Fund

Did you know that about 90% of millionaires built their wealth through real estate? Between 1932-2012, however, the average American faced multiple barriers to entry for real estate investment. New laws limited participation in investments, placing a hurdle between small-time investors and wealth. Crowdfunding, legalized in 2012, is a relatively new opportunity for people with […]

08 / 12 / 20

Digital Transformation

The state of commercial real estate has been significantly changed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The industry has seen a steep rise in the need for tech platforms to drive revenue and facilitate remote work to keep offices safe and productivity high. Spending on advanced technology According to CBRE research presented by Stuart Appley on a […]

08 / 11 / 20

Changemakers Series

The pandemic has impacted every segment of the housing industry, but it poses an even higher risk for the most vulnerable in our society. Safe, secure and stable housing has never been more essential. David Block is the director of development for the Evergreen Real Estate Group, which builds, acquires and manages affordable and market-rate […]

08 / 10 / 20