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“It looked like just another annual increase—until we realized we were being charged for square footage we didn’t even have.“  The Setup: The Math Looked Right—Until It Didn’t  Rent escalations are a fact of life. Ours had climbed steadil…

“What started as a routine audit turned into a full-blown investigation—and saved us more money than we ever expected.“  The Setup: A Standard Annual Review  We reviewed landlord reconciliations every year, but mostly for show. This year,…

“One document said one thing. Another said the opposite. And our payments? A confusing mess that no one could explain.“  The Setup: A Simple Amendment—Or So We Thought  The original lease was straightforward. Then came an amendment that a…

Whether you’re a leasing agent or a multifamily executive, accurate market data is essential for smart decision-making. While many have previously relied on private sources to inform decision-making, using this type of multifamily data could ex…

In multifamily real estate, centralization has emerged as a transformative strategy. From streamlining operations to enhancing resident experiences, the concept is reshaping how properties are managed and marketed. But, as with any major shift, centr…

In the past, workplace navigation was straightforward: desks were fixed, teams sat together, and floorplans rarely changed. Today, the landscape looks very different. Hybrid working, unassigned seating, and multi-building campuses mean that navigatin…

In modern buildings, efficiency and reliability are everything. Whether it’s an office tower, hospital, or university campus, building systems like HVAC, lighting, and energy management must work seamlessly to deliver comfort, safety, and cost-effect…

A commercial HVAC retrofit refers to upgrading or replacing key components of an existing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system to improve performance, efficiency, and compliance with current standards. Instead of replacing the entire sys…