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HOTMA 102 and 104 compliance deadline for Yardi clients

HOTMA 102 & 104 compliance deadline for Yardi clients

HUD has set the HOTMA Sections 102 and 104 compliance deadline for January 1, 2027. Learn what this means for Yardi users, including software updates and steps agencies should take.

06 / 24 / 26

Meet the 2026 Changemakers of senior living

See how the 2026 Changemakers of senior living are leading the way as the industry rethinks how it operates, addresses workforce challenges and serves the next generation of residents.

07 / 21 / 26

Yardi achieves next-generation level of energy efficiency

Yardi recently earned ENERGY STAR NextGen certification for a building at its Santa Barbara headquarters campus, placing it among the top quartile of energy-efficient, low-emissions buildings in the U.S.

07 / 20 / 26

Yardi is a Forbes Best Company & Best Large Employer for 2026

Yardi earned the No. 388 spot on Forbes’ “America’s Best Companies for 2026” list and No. 477 on the “America’s Best Large Employers” list.

02 / 25 / 26

Yardi Matrix helps Texas housing agency expand its business

Yardi Matrix helps Fort Worth Housing Solutions evaluate business performance and new opportunities in affordable housing management and construction.

05 / 27 / 26

Affordable housing

Bike Sharing

Bikes are extremely attractive to apartment renters who live in urban areas. After all, bikes are green, they don’t take up a lot of space and riding is great exercise. Plus they allow riders to avoid being stuck in city traffic jams, which alone makes up for the cost of the bike. Many apartments […]

08 / 23 / 13

Student Housing Trends

Gone are the days when undergraduates settled for shared rooms, communal showers and a weary daily commute to classes. Today everything is about sustainable lifestyles and people’s ability to choose between a wide array of housing options, according to individual needs and preferences. Rising incomes, improving standards of living and a diversified housing inventory have […]

08 / 22 / 13

Investment management

Managing Roles

Industry trends are changing the dynamics between the asset and property manager. As the owner’s representative, the asset manager still has the final say in the property’s strategy, while the property manager is on the front lines for tenant relations, accounting, maintenance and other daily tasks. But the asset manager’s workload has expanded since the […]

08 / 21 / 13

Green and Affordable

Green building has gained momentum in the affordable housing sector, providing some of society’s marginalized residents with hip, eco-friendly—and budget friendly—living accommodations. It has been a long time coming but it is finally here: affordable housing has blossomed from the ugly ducklings of architecture into beautiful swans, complete with coveted interiors, state-of-the-art green features and […]

08 / 20 / 13

Affordable housing

Rental Art

Your community’s curb appeal is key in enhancing asset value. Location and price are still at the top of the most coveted amenities among urban apartment renters, yet creating an attractive atmosphere and relaxed background is critical as well. A safe and comfortable community that features an inspired design will linger in the minds of […]

08 / 15 / 13

Green Space Reinvented

In advocating for urban parks revitalization, the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) is also fighting for a better quality of life for all Americans. Today, many communities are suffering from a lack of sustainable infrastructure, chronic stormwater management issues, lagging economies, poor health and limited recreational options. Neighborhood parks and other public green spaces […]

08 / 13 / 13

Credit Score Options

For multifamily property managers, flipping a coin to decide whether or not to rent to a prospect with thin or no credit information can hardly be considered an industry best practice. But with 27 to 30 million potential apartment renters who can’t be evaluated for a traditional credit score, usually due to lack of recent […]

08 / 12 / 13

Shopping Snapshot

You may have heard that Americans now do all of their shopping online. But it’s too soon to write shopping off as a national pastime just yet. In fact, shopping centers across the nation are seeing steady increases in sales this spring and summer, benefiting the economy. Jobs at the mall are also up. And […]

08 / 09 / 13

Going Smoke-Free

Banning smoking in apartments is often a controversial move that might be met with some resistance, especially if the building didn’t originally have this as a restriction. If residents are smokers, they might resent being told that they cannot smoke in their own homes. However, there are many benefits to banning smoking in a community. […]

08 / 08 / 13

Risk Management

Business operations are subject to numerous internal and external risks, including severe weather, which could result in damaged goods and significant financial distress. How managers and property owners prepare ahead of time can entirely alter the course of an event. While hurricanes, fire and other natural calamities cannot be prevented, we can be proactive and […]

08 / 01 / 13

Daytime Cleaning

What began as a small push from eco-conscious businesses has become a cost effective movement that is sweeping Europe and North America. By switching to daytime cleaning services, businesses are experiencing multitudinous benefits. Still, most businesses are not thrilled about the idea: will the activity cause a disruption in the workplace? Will employees be distracted […]

07 / 29 / 13

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Satisfied Renters

In the aftermath of the Great Recession, the fluctuating economic climate along with a staggering housing market resulted in a shift in priorities for many Americans. Younger people don’t rush into home ownership as their parents used to, and continue to delay major life decisions like getting married and having kids. By the numbers, the […]

07 / 26 / 13

Shrinking in Size

As the saying goes, location isn’t just the most important thing in residential real estate; it’s also the second and third most important, too. A recent report released by the Urban Land Institute (ULI), “America in 2013”, reveals a growing preference among young adults to live in urban environments and mixed-use communities with reliable, convenient […]

07 / 25 / 13

Greystar

Greystar paved the way for an impressive finish to 2013 with multiple national awards. When National Multi Housing Councill unveiled its annual list of 50 Largest U.S. Apartment Managers, Yardi client Greystar emerged on top yet again. It received the same honor from Multifamily Housing Executive magazine. The company holds several years in the first […]

07 / 23 / 13

LEED v4

A thirst for improved building performance, coupled with growing awareness of the planet’s limited resources, have contributed to a new series of impressive commercial developments that boast highly efficient environments as well as reduced carbon footprints. The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has played a major part in the worldwide growth of the green building […]

07 / 18 / 13

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