This corona moment
It is said that giving a man power is the truest test of character. Those I know, especially in real estate, were nearly all formed, not by the hand of power, but by the...
Infographic: COVID-19 A break in the clouds
UPDATED: MAY 7, 2020 COVID-19 genesis COVID-19 originated in Wuhan, China. Asian Flu, SARS, H7N9 and others were borne of Asia’s close contact with wild animals, poor hygiene and concentrated population. It‘s thought that COVID-19 was passed...
Infographic: The ensuing economic battle
3 projections for the future Prior to the COVID-19, the U.S. was in an historic economic expansion. Without this boom preceding the crisis, life for Americans would likely have been much worse. It stands to...
Infographic: Essential workers
Download PDF Updated: April 16, 2020 Who gets to work? essential workers Real estate is essential (depending on where you work) Construction. Apartment operations. Maintenance services. Real estate functions are categorized as essential in the Department of Homeland Security’s...
Your employee tests positive for COVID-19
All leaders are trying to find their footing right now. You are probably shoring up your business plan, situating your team, and juggling your own constellation of remote working arrangements—possibly alongside your spouse and...
2020 vision for utility management
RealPage, an international technology platform company, in conjunction with Utility Management Advisory, a national consortium of apartment energy managers, hosted the tenth annual Energy Summit at the RealPage headquarters in Richardson, Texas. The meeting...
GSE’s and HUD provide liquidity to housing markets in times of crisis
When things go wrong in housing—who keeps the lights on in terms of capital? How can a borrower expect to get a multifamily loan in these uncertain times? The answer starts with the mothership...
CX is Job 1
Job No. 1 for CEOs today is ensuring the company delivers a compelling customer experience. This laser sharp focus on the total experience must span the entire demand and supply chain and incorporate every...
How bad times bring out the best in people
It’s easy to look around and see how the COVID-19 crisis has brought out the worst in some people—from hoarding thousands of bottles of hand sanitizer to crowding bars and restaurants despite public-health guidelines....
Coronavirus fuels indecision among multifamily investors
If activity in Asia is any guide, expect a short-term dip in volume with a cautious recovery as the rate of infection slows. What a difference a week makes. Investors can now expect fewer deals...
Multifamily adapts to social distancing with an array of virtual amenities
Across the United States, schools and businesses have shut down in an effort to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. But instead of hunkering down on the couch and binge-watching sitcoms, many Americans are...
A better approach to lead management
Armed with an array of digital lead generation sources, multifamily properties can find themselves inundated in an unmanageable tangle of online leads coming in from all digital directions. Intelligent lead automation simplifies the lead...
How to change outcomes
Have you ever felt that selling your products or ideas is like you were talking to a brick wall? No matter what you try, you simply can’t get your target to see your point...
Trends support continued multifamily growth
As the current economic expansion enters its 11th year—the longest on record—the “when will it end” speculation continues apace. As cap rates hover near historic lows and properties trade for historic highs, the question...
Is multifamily truly recession resistant?
The multifamily asset class is known for its survival during a downturn, but with so much class-A product on the market, will its reputation hold? Multifamily is undoubtedly tremendously popular among investors—and for many reasons....
