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Real world AI: Eight PropTech scenarios transforming real estate
Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the real estate industry is here to stay, offering innovative solutions to longstanding challenges. For technology leaders, it’s critical to understand how the practical applications of AI can help leverage its potent…
Multifamily real estate syndication: How it works and why it’s a smart investment
Multifamily real estate syndication is one of the most effective ways to grow your wealth in real estate, offering access to larger properties and steady income streams. This investment strategy allows you to team up with other investors, making it e…
Multifamily investment strategy: How to create a sustainable long-term plan
Multifamily real estate is one of the most reliable ways to build long-term cash flow, offering steady income and appreciation over time. Unlike short-term investments, success in multifamily investing requires careful planning, market knowledge, and…
Multifamily housing marketing strategies that drive higher occupancy rates
Keeping your multifamily property fully occupied requires more than just a great location, it takes strategic marketing and consistent engagement. For property managers and landlords, maintaining high occupancy ensures steady income, reduces turnover…
What are occupancy costs?
Occupancy costs, also known as occupancy expenses, typically account for 35% to 50% of operating expenses for multifamily properties. These costs include rent, utilities, maintenance, property taxes, and insurance, making them a significant portion o…
3 ways property management can modernize rent payments for tenants
Paymentus, an MRI partner, is a leading provider of cloud-based bill presentment, payment and communication solutions. The integrated partnership with MRI provides consumers with easy-to-use, flexible and secure electronic utility bill payment experi…
Multifamily rental growth and occupancy update August 2024
This report looks at overall occupancy levels and rental growth trends for 12 markets across Texas, Arizona, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Florida. The first green shoots of market momentum that appeared in June continued to emerge in July.…
Multifamily mid-year rental growth and occupancy update 2024
This report looks at overall occupancy levels and rental growth trends for 12 markets across Texas, Arizona, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Florida. June stands out as a pivotal month in the current supply-bubble cycle that all markets have …