The current flood of proptech and smart home solutions in the multifamily marketplace is long overdue. While the rapid tech ramp-up in recent years helped to bring real estate companies up to speed with many other business sectors, it also permanently raised renter expectations. Those expectations altered the competitive landscape in the industry, creating an adapt-or-die environment in terms of proptech implementations. However, the sheer volum ...
Access control is a cornerstone to effective property management, with applications in nearly all facets of community operations. While access is often discussed holistically on the property level, it can be optimized by deployment location to enhance team efficiency, property performance, building integrity and resident satisfaction. Access control systems can also be customized for each community, and designed to optimize the user experience. ...
Sustainable communities and environmentally friendly business practices are gaining traction in multifamily, as renters and investors alike are increasingly targeting green developments and management. While many management companies have responded by deploying energy-saving solutions, the reality is a collective effort is required by the industry to move the needle in terms of sustainability. ...
Hurricanes, heatwaves, droughts and forest fires are more extreme and increasing in frequency across the country and globe. Air quality, water security and grid stability are all on a dangerous path. Building construction and operations account for nearly half of global carbon emissions. Conservation efforts and reduction programs must ramp up to combat these ...
The last couple of years have been a turning point in many ways, particularly when it comes to climate and social inequality, and many organizations are using Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) to help guide ...