Snow shoveling out from a snowstorm and goals. The same but...the same. We got a crap ton of snow and ice in St. Louis this past weekend. As a homeowner, that means the joy of shoveling the driveway. About 7" of the very heavy white stuff had fallen by Sunday afternoon. I bundled up and shoveled one, 10' -12' clear path of the driveway. Sufficient to maneuver my car in and out. Mission accomplished! Today it had to be done again. Another 4-5 ...

Jude Chiy has one of the most fascinating stories in multifamily, from his origins in Camaroon to studying medicine, he took the lessons he learned to develop ways to maximize the resident experience through his company, Flamingo.  Flamingo was an Elite demo presenter at our previous Multifamily Demo Day event. ...

 As pet ownership in rental housing continues to grow, fostering a community where both pet owners and non-pet owners feel at home is essential. Proactively and fairly addressing common pet nuisances—such as barking, unattended waste, off-leash dogs, or overly enthusiastic jumpers—can build a more harmonious living environment and even boost resident retention and NOI. Here's how operators can manage these challenges collaboratively and succ ...

Was it just me, or was 2024 the longest year ever?There was a seemingly endless election news cycle. Mystery drones. People calling everything "demure" and "cutesy." Plus, Taylor Swift ended her Eras tour, and I didn't even get to go!I think you can all join me in saying, "good riddance."And speaking of saying goodbye to things that no longer suit us, there are aspects in multifamily that just no longer make sense. So why keep doing them? And the ...

2025 Branding & Design Trends for MultifamilyIt's the time of the year when we all start trying to predict what's gonna be hot for 2025 branding and design for multifamily. Okay, so not all of us. But definitely us at Zipcode Creative. Anyway. Read on to see what we think is in for next year in 2025 multifamily branding trends.Brand PositioningYou know we love a good multifamily brand. But how to get it in the right place at the right time wi ...

Multifamily real estate is more competitive than ever.In 2024, the industry stabilized as elevated resident experiences, a focus on community, and eco-friendly practices shaped the multifamily landscape. In the new year, property operators will need to continue leveraging innovations in technology and sustainability, and incorporate premium amenities into the living experience in order to stay ahead. Here's what trends we're expecting to see more ...