units July 2024

the Magazine of the National Apartment Association

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Build-to-rent is established in the rental housing industry, but it’s still gaining its footing.

Build-to-rent (BTR) is having more than its 15 minutes of fame. The newer form of building and operating rental housing blends…

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FEATURES

New data reveals rent regulation cripples housing providers’ ability to properly maintain their properties, leading to a decline in housing and neighborhood quality. As the discussion surrounding…
How finance officers are dealing with inflation and higher interest rates.  As the Federal Reserve continues to tease a reduction in interest rates and inflation remains stuck above the target…
Memorable touchpoints with the property manager can make the difference in whether residents stay or leave. Hundreds of thousands of new apartments are now opening in cities and towns across the…

IN THIS ISSUE

Having a standard experience is key to housing residents and guiding them on their rental housing journey.  Greystar recently announced its “by Greystar” family of brands to connect properties…
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The road to excellence is paved with hard work, dedication to one’s community and leadership skills. The National Apartment Association (NAA) recognizes those acts with the Excellence Awards, the “…
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The National Apartment Association (NAA) investigated engaging topics affecting the entirety of the rental housing industry during May’s Mental Health Awareness Month. In today’s environment,…
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Adaptive reuse continues to increase in the rental housing industry. Former offices, hotels, schools, malls, hospitals and other nonresidential buildings are being converted into apartments at a…
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ARLINGTON, Va. | May 2, 2024 – The National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI) was recognized this week for 15 years of service to DECA, a global organization that “prepares emerging…
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Your employees are reaching out for enhancements in certain aspects of their work. Like many residents, multifamily housing professionals choose to share feedback about their work experience on…
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Nashville has seen remarkable growth and prosperity in recent years. However, alongside its rise, the city has struggled with an increasingly pressing issue: Affordable housing. As housing costs soar…
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Q: I have an exterior door that has become hard to close. I don’t know if the door is expanding due to humidity or moisture. Do I need to plane down the edge or are there alternatives?  A:…
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JoAnn Blaylock  •   President   •  Birchstone Residential   •   Coppell, Texas Birchstone Residential announced the addition of veteran multifamily…
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The latest Maintenance Legends are here: April Leaderboard winner Will Gongora of the Rental Housing Association of Utah and Redstone Residential; and April Panel winners Fred Wittmann from the North…
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