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The affordable multifamily housing industry consists of dedicated professionals focused on the mission of creating and preserving quality affordable homes, within inclusive communities, that support economic security and access to opportunity for all…

What is multifamily lending, and why does it matter for real estate investors like you? At its core, multifamily lending is a financing option designed specifically for properties with multiple residential units. Whether you’re buying, refinanc…

Multifamily housing come in all shapes and sizes, from cozy duplexes to towering high-rises. Each type offers unique opportunities, and knowing how they differ can help you make informed investment and management decisions. In this blog, we’ll …

Occupancy costs, also known as occupancy expenses, typically account for 35% to 50% of operating expenses for multifamily properties. These costs include rent, utilities, maintenance, property taxes, and insurance, making them a significant portion o…

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…

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…

Did you know that companies with a structured work order management system (WOMS) can reduce equipment downtime by 20%? For multifamily property managers, handling maintenance requests efficiently can be the difference between happy tenants and unexp…

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…