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If you haven’t been living under a rock, you know ESG is undergoing a metamorphosis. With the rollback of DEI earlier this year, ESG has been cocooned in regulatory and federal uncertainty. But something clearer and more actionable has emerged…

From industry conferences to internal expertise, Conservice is tracking the biggest shifts in multifamily utility management. In this recap, we’re pulling insights from three recent blog posts to explore where the industry is headed—whether it’s the explosive growth of Build‑to‑Rent,…

As institutional Single Family Rental (SFR) portfolios grow, so does the complexity of managing them. From utilities and maintenance to compliance and resident services, operators are being asked to do more, often with tighter margins and fewer people. At Conservice, we’ve…

Budget season is here, and while teams are taking a closer look at every line on the P&L, utilities often get reduced to a simple percentage increase and treated as if costs are predictable. It’s a risky assumption. Utilities impact NOI,…

Each year, NAA Apartmentalize is split down the middle into two loud worlds: the vendor floor and the breakout sessions. On the vendor floor, you’ll be confronted by everything from rent optimization platforms to emotional support duck registration tools. It’s…

Trying to gauge where your sustainability strategy stands right now? You’re not alone. Policies shift. Executive orders fly. And yet, many companies are still pushing forward. The challenge? Staying on top of changing federal, state, and local-level requirements, all while…

In the fast-evolving world of multifamily housing, AI isn’t just for chatbots and leasing automation anymore. It’s flipping the switch on a critical area of operational efficiency: energy management. We’ve already discussed how AI supports centralization in leasing, maintenance, marketing, and resident experience.…

Compliance updates. NOI pressure. Cathedral thinking.  Doesn’t sound like lively dinner table conversation. But if you’re a multifamily owner or operator, these topics are high on your priority list and were discussed at length in sessions, over meals, and during…

ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager (ESPM), the a benchmarking platform, is more than just a tracking tool—it’s a compliance essential. In this episode, we unpack how ESPM compares your properties to peers nationwide, offers real-time efficiency insights, and plays a growing…