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MRI Software leads the charge in AI innovation at Realcomm | IBcon 2025
Arriving in the sleepy town of Savannah, Georgia, for Realcomm | IBcon 2025, one couldn’t help but wonder if this historic town was a metaphor for the commercial real estate industry. The industry, much like Savannah, is a blend of tradition an…
Lease Admin Nightmares: Ep 1 – The $100,000 Mistake You’ll Never Forget
Lease administration can be full of landmines. A small misstep—like forwarding the wrong invoice—can trigger massive financial consequences. In this case, it led to a $100,000 overpayment that took months to unwind. This really happened. The details…
What is a lender inspection for an apartment?
When you’re securing financing for a multifamily property, there’s a good chance your lender will want to inspect the property. Bank inspections for an apartment are a routine part of the loan process and underwriting multifamily deals, designe…
Facility management tips to improve efficiency
Facility managers are under increasing pressure to optimize operations while controlling costs. Inefficiencies in maintenance, space utilization, and vendor management can quickly lead to rising expenses and operational disruptions. To effectively cu…
Multifamily rebrand strategy: How to reposition your property for maximum ROI
Branding plays a critical role in real estate, shaping how tenants perceive a community and influencing leasing decisions. For multifamily properties, a strong brand goes beyond a logo, it reflects the lifestyle, amenities, and overall experience ren…
AI-Generated fake IDs are here. Can your property catch them?
Note: Since this post went live, our data shows that it’s been discovered by individuals searching for terms like “AI generated fake ID” and “realistic fake ID.” That’s not who we wrote it for, but this unexpected traffic highlights the urgency of th…
Affordable and public housing glossary of terms
Affordable and public housing organizations face many unique challenges – from adapting to regulatory and policy updates year after year to managing ever-increasing demand. Subsidized housing professionals are expected to keep a lot of information in…
How to submeter in a multifamily property
Utility costs in multifamily properties continue to rise, making it increasingly important for property owners to find ways to manage expenses effectively. At the same time, tenants want a fair billing system where they only pay for the utilities the…