Category: Rental Trends

A Quarter Century of Connection

The Georgia Apartment Association (GAA) Annual Meeting has been a cornerstone of the multifamily industry in the state for over a quarter century. Born in the mid-1990s, this event has evolved from a modest gathering to a premier industry event, drawing attendees from across Georgia and beyond.
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The Three-Week War: Surviving Student Housing Turn

The academic calendar dictates a rhythm for many industries, and few feel its pulse as intensely as student housing. For those in the trenches, the annual “turn” is a three-week marathon that feels more like a grueling war.
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Work Smarter, Not Harder: The Benefits of Outsourcing Utility Expense Management

This blog post explores the numerous benefits of outsourcing utility expense management for multifamily properties, covering financial savings, operational efficiencies, and strategic advantages.
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Utility Billing: Which System is Best for Multifamily Properties?

Two common methods for billing tenants for utilities are Flat Rate Billing and Ration Utility Billing Systems. Explore the differences with us and considerations for property managers and owners.
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Utility Expense Management Across Diverse Real Estate Sectors

Property owners across various sectors face unique challenges. There are a few key strategies that can prove to be a game-changer for multifamily, single-family, build-to-rent, manufactured homes, military, student housing, RV parks and even marina properties.
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2024 Rate Forecasting: Why Multifamily Stakeholders Should Forecast Utility Rate Changes as Early as Possible to Maintain Financial Stability

Unexpected rate changes can throw meticulously crafted budgets into disarray (e.g., thousands of additional dollars over budgeted amounts). By forecasting utility rate changes early in the year and accurately, stakeholders can proactively adjust their financial plans, ensuring that they have the flexibility to absorb any increased costs.
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The Energy Avalanche: Understanding the Surge in Consumption During the Holiday Season

Water meters encourage conservation and reduce the utility expenses of your multifamily community, but they are not the only option.
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What To Do About Increasing Utility Rates

Utility rate increases are happening throughout the country. Learn how you can survive them as a multifamily property owner or manager.
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Increase Your NOI In Thirty Days

Increasing NOI should be every multifamily property owner’s goal, we list some of the things you can do that will make the biggest improvement in your NOI.
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Gen-Z: Tiny-Homes and Co-Living Life

Gen-Z makes up 25% of the U.S. population. One quarter of the U.S. was born in the mid-nineties to early 2000’s. Gen-Z is unique; they are full of ideas, higher conscious levels, and want to save the world.
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Top Three Trends For Rental Markets in 2018

Learn what’s hot in the rental market and what residents are looking for in their next apartment home.
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The Five Things To Look Out For When Apartment Hunting

Check for these red flags before you sign a lease on a new apartment.
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