Tag: apartments

Yardi Matrix

Looks at NY Rent Control

Affordable housing advocates hail New York state’s Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 as a life raft for renters in more than 1 million apartments in New York City alone. Other observers, however, regard it as a minefield that will eliminate incentives for building upkeep, remove housing stock from the market, and drive […]

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Security Deposit Alternatives

Three Reasons They Attract Renters

Are your security deposit requirements costing you good renters? Sometimes, desirable renters are short on cash. But, do you really want to risk losing a good and potentially long-term resident because they can’t pay a high security deposit before they move in? Imagine you show a unit to a young professional who is relocating to […]

Keys to Renter Retention Ways to Create Engagement with Residents

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Resident Retention

7 Tips to Keep Renters

Resident retention plays a major role in easy lease renewals and favorable reviews. Maintaining existing leases also cuts costs: no turning units, new marketing campaigns or strategies to covert new prospects. Doesn’t that sound awesome? The following seven strategies for resident retention can help you make the most of existing relationships. Begin at move-in. A […]

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Originations Wane

Market Analysis

Editor’s note: Paul Fiorilla is director of research for Yardi Matrix. His analysis of waning loan originations, despite high demand for apartments and industrial real estate, was recently published by Globe Street. You can find the full report summary available for download here. (Select the national category.) Concerns about rising interest rates and weakening economic […]

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Pets & Service Animals

Management Tips

Permitting animals on your property can help residents feel comforted, capable, and safe. Managing the quantity and purpose of those animals—pets and working animals–has become a hot topic in property management. These four tips may help to standardize and simplify animal management at your site. Understanding the Laws To best accommodate residents with disabilities and […]

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No Smoking Units

See How NALS Did It

Transitioning one property to a nonsmoking policy can be a challenge. But 49 properties? That’s no small feat. NALS Apartment Homes recently undertook this task, using the communication tools in RentCafe to help smooth the process. Keep reading to learn more about NALS’ decision to roll out a nonsmoking policy, the three-phase approached it used […]

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Demand Information

Matrix Multifamily Report

A new report by Yardi Matrix indicates that multifamily deliveries might outpace demand in some key U.S. housing markets. Matrix conducted a study to determine which areas might be at risk of oversupply or undersupply over the next five years. The research revealed that deliveries in 2016 and 2017 helped compensate for the construction shortage […]

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Easy Virtual Leasing

6 Tips for Success

There are several reasons why a client may not be able to tour the property in person. Our increasingly mobile and digital industry makes remote tours an excellent alternative, yet it also requires that agents are ready to sell to a client, sight unseen. The six tips below can make selling to remote clients easier […]

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Pet-Friendly, Plus

Value-Add Services Pay Off

Welcoming pets onto your property was your first step in the right direction. Nearly 70 percent of U.S. households own a pet, reports the 2017-2018 National Pet Owners Survey. Pet-friendly apartments appeal to a broader spectrum of households. But don’t stop there! Several properties in your area are also pet friendly. What makes you different? Outshine […]

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Apartment Jobs

Snapshot from NAAEI

The National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI) now issues monthly reports called the Apartment Jobs Snapshot. The report includes an overview of the job market as well as a special highlight for a key position within the industry. Creating the Report The report addresses concerns faced by NAA members for years: a lack of comprehensive […]

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Blogging 101: Part 4

3 To-Dos Before Publishing

Once you add great media to your blog post, you’re almost ready to hit publish! There are three tidbits that will help readers find your blog post and bring greater return on your investment. Add Categories and Tags Categories and tags are primarily used to organize your content and make it easier for readers to […]

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Simplified Screening

ScreeningWorks Pro Delivers

Screening applicants manually and using paper reports that require further research slows your staff down — and can cost you your best prospects and valuable leases. Here’s some good news: replacing a paper-based process for qualifying applicants and converting them to residents is easier than you might think. Clients already know that approving quality residents […]

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8 Disruptive Trends

For Multifamily Design

Multifamily housing is changing more rapidly than ever before. The National Multifamily Housing Council recently released the Multifamily Disruption report. It highlights eight major trends that are changing the way we design and marketing apartments. 1. Robotics Tech research consultants at Gatner estimate that 26 billion devices will be connected through the cloud-based Internet of […]

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10 Ways to Win

Resident Appreciation Week

Your residents are the lifelines of your community. Where would you be without them? It’s essential to build resident loyalty by showing that their presence is valuable. Organizing a Resident Appreciation Week is an excellent place to start! Below are 10 ideas to help you win Resident Appreciation Week: Pet Photo Contest Cutest pet photo […]

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World Water Day

Multifamily Opportunities

World Water Day is March 22! This international holiday encourages individuals, businesses, and governments to explore ways to reduce water waste. For your property, water conservation comes with additional benefits. Boost resident loyalty and reduce turnover with these World Water Day tips. Get Acknowledged for Your Efforts You may already have measures in place to […]

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