The Greener Path to Gold: Stoneweg US’ Case for ESG
That title may invoke visions of leprechauns. Don’t worry; we’re not after your lucky charms. But we are after the inefficiencies in your properties. When you think of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), we doubt you think of missed dollars…
Mitigate Your Risks to Solve the Climate Risk Puzzle
According to NASA, July 22, 2024 was the hottest day on record, but it won’t hold that title for long. As temperatures continue to rise, real estate owners face significant climate risks that jeopardize their portfolios. Many sit at a…
Understanding Bulk Wifi: Resident and Property Benefits for the Multifamily Industry
Reliable internet hasn’t been a “nice to have” amenity for a long time, and as the resident demand for speed and consistency has risen (right alongside the ongoing rent plateau and higher than average vacancy rates), an emerging expectation has made its way into the hearts and minds of renters all over the country: move-in ready wifi.
Scaling New Heights in Sustainability: The Empire State Building’s Bold Retrofit
When a skyscraper decides to go green, the impact is monumental. The Empire State Building, an emblem of architectural prowess, is now at the forefront of the sustainability movement, significantly reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Buildings responsible for 39% of…
Unpacking the Top 10 Trends in Affordable Housing
7.3 million rental units short? Nope, that’s not a typo. The affordable housing crisis is here and demands urgent solutions. Jurisdictions across the country are racing to build more affordable homes and streamline development. Developers in the affordable housing space…
Assess Your Physical Risks to Solve the Climate Risk Puzzle
With record-breaking high temperatures on the rise, real estate owners are facing very real climate risks that could negatively impact their portfolios. And with unclear regulatory requirements, evolving market expectations, and shifting business realities, it’s hard to know what your…
NAA 2024 Key Insights: Resident Experience and Practical Centralization
Two feet into any NAA Apartementalize conference, and you begin to appreciate the SCALE of the multifamily industry. Dozens of breakouts, panels, and think tanks; hundreds of vendor booths with blazing signs; and thousands of souls from all corners of…
Quantify Your Footprint: First Step to Solving the Climate Risk Puzzle
For real estate owners, grappling with climate risk can feel overwhelming. With unclear regulatory requirements, evolving market expectations, and shifting business realities, finding the best path forward is murky. So over the next several weeks, we’ll be leveraging our unique…
The Outsized Influence of Small Multifamily Properties
When you think of multifamily properties, the image that probably comes to mind is a towering high-rise or a sprawling apartment community with hundreds of units. And you’re not wrong. Publications like the Wall Street Journal and CRE Daily have highlighted the increasing trend…
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Power in Partnership: Building a Real Estate Tech Ecosystem That Works
More tech doesn’t always mean a better resident experience. The true potential lies not in individual tools, but in how they work together. From internet to access control, smart home tech to resident experience platforms, properties rely on a growing…
2026 Building Performance Standards Compliance by City
Stay ahead of 2026 building performance standards like Local Law 97. Track city deadlines, understand penalties, upgrade properties, and take action to stay compliant.
Good Data In, Good Data Out: The Key To Turn Season
It’s that time of year again for student housing. Move-outs are piling up nearly as fast as move-ins and student housing operators and property teams have just a few short weeks to get it all sorted before the next wave…
Improving Resident Experience Through Connectivity: 4 Reasons Bulk Internet Actually Works
Multifamily owners and operators are rethinking how connectivity is delivered. Bulk internet programs are becoming an increasingly valuable solution.
Conflict in Iran Affects Utility Costs
The situation in Iran is already having measurable economic effects. While much of the attention has focused on geopolitical implications, the financial impact on consumers is becoming increasingly clear. At the time of this publication, U.S. consumers have absorbed an…
A Practical Way to Prioritize Climate Risk Across Your Portfolio [Rent at Risk: Part 3]
Climate risk analysis produces a long list of exposures across assets and markets, but it does not always produce a clear path forward. How should you leverage and prioritize available data?
Utility University: March 2026
Utility costs are rising but this isn’t just another temporary spike. From increasing energy demand to the growing role of internet as essential infrastructure, the utility landscape is evolving fast. Here’s what property teams need to know to stay ahead.
The ROAD to Housing Act: What It Means for Supply, Renters, and Operators
The Senate passed the ROAD to Housing Act on March 12 with an 89-10 vote. That kind of margin is rare, especially for something as complex as housing policy. On paper, that kind of support should signal momentum. In reality, it highlights something more interesting.
What 650 Property Audits Revealed About Utility Rate Misalignment
Most utility bills are treated as a given. They arrive, they’re processed, and they’re paid. In some cases, they’re allocated or passed through to residents, but structurally, they are rarely questioned. Utilities tend to sit in the category of “fixed”…
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