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Property Owners Overpay on Utilities by 15%

By William Bailey | September 2, 2021

Property owners across the nation are overpaying for their utilities by way of ineffective provider rates and errors. Utilities are one of the largest operating expenses for property owners and provider errors are on the rise, resulting in unnecessary overspending…

4 Shopping Center Management Best Practices You May Not Be Following

By William Bailey | August 11, 2021

As a retail property owner, you want to ensure that you apply the best management practices to attract retailers, especially when it comes to commercial utilities. Entrepreneurs want to take their businesses to locations where they see a difference in property…

How to Conserve Water as a Landlord

By William Bailey | June 14, 2021

You might be wondering why conserving water is necessary, or who is truly affected by water conservation efforts? Many are under the impression that conserving water is a difficult task that requires high costs. This is not the case, there…

4 Ways to Save Money as a Commercial Real Estate Owner

By Lauren Bevilacqua | June 2, 2021

Commercial property is one of the best investments to make in the real estate industry. However, it comes with many responsibilities, like finding the best maintenance vendors or handling tenant needs, and you need to keep a close eye on…

A Simpler Path for Student Housing Utility Management

By William Bailey | June 1, 2021

The opportunities in student housing are substantial, but the nuances of this niche market adds layers of complexity that creates challenges within daily operations. If you’ve been in the world of student housing management, you get it. The unique setup…

What’s the Importance of Sustainability for Multifamily

By William Bailey | May 18, 2021

It doesn’t take a keen eye to see that the focus on sustainability is growing increasingly more relevant every day. You could even say the green initiative has moved in, unpacked its bags, and is here to stay. You hear…

The Future of Clean Energy

By William Bailey | May 14, 2021

The global impact of the Covid-19 pandemic is one that will be felt for decades to come. Many world economies have been left reeling, while the way we as a society socialize and do business has experienced a staggering shift.…

Multifamily Housing Trends

By William Bailey | May 5, 2017

Real estate is always evolving due to the needs of the market and the creation and integration of new technologies. One specific trend is the growing demand for multifamily homes built to rent, especially among millennials. Multi-family trends will continue…

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Retain Residents Longer with Transparent, Fair Utility Billing

By Kellianne Gammill | June 11, 2026

Improve resident retention with transparent utility billing. Build trust, increase resident satisfaction, reduce disputes, and support lease renewals with fair billing practices.

Power in Partnership: Building a Real Estate Tech Ecosystem That Works

By Denver Hollingsworth | June 9, 2026

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

By Kellianne Gammill | May 22, 2026

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

By Kellianne Gammill | May 14, 2026

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

By Denver Hollingsworth | May 7, 2026

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

By Kellianne Gammill | April 28, 2026

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]

By Jack Davis | April 16, 2026

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

By Kellianne Gammill | April 3, 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

By Lauren Bevilacqua | March 31, 2026

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

By William Bailey | March 30, 2026

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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