Building community in multifamily real estate
Most property owners can agree that they are only as good as their people on the ground. In other words, the property management staff who handle day-to-day operations shape resident experience and help determine long-term wealth creation for owners and passive investors. [1] A property manager is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing the […]
The role of technology in property management
Peter Drucker once said, “The best way to predict the future is to invent it.” Most real estate market analysts would agree that there’s no surefire path to predicting the future economy with 100% certainty, but innovative technologies, especially artificial intelligence (AI), are poised to revolutionize the real estate industry, enhancing market analysis, transaction efficiency, […]
Reducing expenses in multifamily real estate
Mitigating lost income requires proactive leasing and renewals, dynamic pricing, effective marketing, and exemplary resident relations. However, reducing expenses can be more complex than other mitigation strategies, as owners must find ways to cut costs without sacrificing quality or resident satisfaction. Here are seven essential tactics to reduce both controllable and noncontrollable operating expenses with […]
What are operating expenses in multifamily real estate?
In multifamily real estate, labor, maintenance, and operation costs continue to rise. According to GlobeSt., operating expenses rose 28% nationwide in 2024, leading to higher debt costs, stalled proposals, and construction delays. [1] In 2025, multifamily operating expenses continue to be pressured from rising insurance costs, inflation, stalled proposals, and increased labor expenses, potentially impacting […]
How to minimize vacancies and delinquencies in multifamily real estate
Fannie Mae is a government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) that buys mortgages from lenders, freeing up money for those lenders to make additional loans and injecting liquidity into the lending industry. Earlier this year, the GSE predicted that “the national multifamily vacancy rate will increase” due to “the excess amount of supply” delivered in late 2024. [1] […]
What is rent income in multifamily real estate?
The IRS defines rental income as any payment received for using or occupying property. [1] This solely represents rent paid by residents or tenants, while ancillary income comprises several revenue streams. Investors use metrics like GPR and EGI to predict an investment’s income, returns, expenditures, and overall profitability. Multifamily properties, such as apartment buildings, generate […]
Passive investing in multifamily real estate
One trending opinion passed over breakfast, between subway stops, or in a line for coffee is that all real estate investments are considered passive income. [1] However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. The argument is that investors “don’t actually work for the[ir] income in the same way that [they] would earn a job […]
Active investing in multifamily real estate
The belief that real estate requires a substantial upfront investment can be true for many high-value properties in desirable locations. While real estate often requires significant upfront investment, lenders generally view multifamily properties as a lower-risk asset class, making financing options more accessible for experienced investors or those acquiring stabilized assets with strong cash flow. […]
Multifamily real estate vs. other commercial real estate assets
Commercial real estate refers to any piece of real estate used for business purposes, such as generating income or providing workspace. Multifamily investment real estate includes residential and commercial properties. Residential multifamily properties must have four or fewer housing units, whereas buildings with five or more housing units must be categorized as commercial multifamily properties. […]
The history of multifamily real estate
Did you know that over 40 million American citizens currently live in apartments, exceeding the entire population of Canada? [1] While multifamily real estate (apartment buildings) has a strong presence globally, they were only introduced to the United States in the first half of the 19th century, driven by the Industrial Revolution and a desire […]