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What is workplace occupancy rate?
Offices often sit half-empty, with research showing that around 55% of office space goes unused. This can lead to wasted resources and unnecessary costs, especially if you’re not paying attention to how space is being utilized. Workplace occupa…
Environmental control system
Managing a multifamily property comes with plenty of challenges, especially when it comes to creating a healthy and comfortable environment for your tenants. With indoor air quality directly affecting health and well-being, an environmental control s…
What are the different types of real estate investment trusts (REITs) and how do you invest in them?
Can investments in real estate be rewarding? Absolutely. Does everyone enjoy managing properties? Not quite. Fortunately, there’s an alternative for those who don’t want to be landlords: REITs. But what is a REIT? Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs…
Real estate investment data analysis: Unlocking hidden opportunities for asset managers
In real estate investment, data is the most valuable asset. As an asset manager, you rely on data to make informed decisions, identify market trends, and maximize returns. It’s been shown that asset managers and real estate companies that use big dat…
Do REITs pay dividends? How often and how much can you expect?
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are popular with investors who want exposure to real estate without managing property directly. One of the main reasons investors choose REITs is because of the enticing real estate investment trust dividends on …
MRI Ascend Day 2: Parties, Partners, and PropTech utopia
The first day of MRI Ascend ended with a bang on the USS Midway for a sunset soiree and as we began the second Keynote full of product innovation, we all enjoyed a cup of coffee as we prepared for more education, more networking, and more excitement.…
5 key elements to using footfall analytics
Footfall analytics has become a crucial tool for multifamily property managers and landlords looking to optimize their operations. By tracking how tenants move through shared spaces, such as gyms, lounges, or parking areas, you can make more informed…
Energy efficient windows for buildings
With energy costs rising, multifamily property owners are under increasing pressure to reduce expenses while maintaining tenant comfort. Energy efficient windows have become a key solution, as heat gain and loss through windows account for 25%–30% of…