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Once in a Generation?

Year-end prognostications for 2024 have begun in earnest. I’ve seen several and this one from Origin seems, for the most part, to be relatively modest and realistic in its predictions. Origin, as with recent …

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The Human Element

I write about this frequently and advise clients of same: the critical importance of resident relationships. A gentleman I used to work for said repeatedly, “We are a people business. We may buy buildings, improve properties …

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$397 million Worth of Fraud
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$397 million Worth of Fraud

After Ric Campo, CEO of Camden Realty Trust (59,000 units nationwide and $7.2 billion AUM), had his identity stolen with some not-so-great financial consequences, he took note of the level of fraud increasing …

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Generational Good, Long-Term Product

Sean Rawson, co-Founder/Head of Acquisitions at Waterford, doesn’t expect to get construction financing for the next 18 months despite the fact that …

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I Want This 

In a massive survey of over 170,000 verified renters, the National Multi Housing Council and Grace Hill Renter Preferences Survey Report found that 93% of renters would like an in-unit washer/dryer and …

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Concession Time

Zillow reports, per the article, that 30% of all properties are currently offering concessions. This figure is likely to increase. I’ve read where 50%+ of Class A multifamily properties in Salt Lake are offering …

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Concessions Have Returned

With over 50% of apartment properties in Salt Lake City offering concessions, it’s no surprise that things aren’t looking too good for owners. Per a recent report from Yardi, there were no concessions being offered last …

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