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Apartment industry conferences for the second half of 2025
Multifamily Dive has you covered with a full list of upcoming industry events, expos and meetings on tap for the rest of this year.
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The speed trap: Why “1 Gbps” isn’t good enough anymore
For years, 1 Gbps internet was considered top-tier, marketed as a premium feature and sufficient for most residents. However, that’s changing rapidly.
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Opinion
From red tape to green light: How California’s CEQA reforms will speed up projects
Two new laws, which went into effect at the end of June, should fast track infill and other high-priority projects, writes a land use and environmental policy attorney.
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DEALS + STARTS
Hines, Sumitomo partner on waterfront apartments near DC
The 365-unit property will be the only multifamily project in the Potomac Shores community, joining developments from three single-family home builders.
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Q&A
Why BH Properties created new multifamily platform Haven Housing
The Los Angeles-based real estate investment firm anticipates lower turnover and reduced institutional capital in the affordable housing space, according to president Jim Brooks.
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Apartment deal flow falls 14% in Q2
Despite the drop, sales volume numbers revealed some positive trends for the multifamily industry.
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Apartment leaders speak out: July 2025
Executives from American Landmark, Thompson Thrift, Standard Communities and more talk about their latest challenges and successes.
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DEALS + STARTS
Core Spaces breaks ground on waterfront student property near Clemson University
Expected to open in 2027, the development will be located along the Keowee Trail in Clemson, South Carolina.
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NAHB: Multifamily completions hit 38-year high
The South accounted for 48% of deliveries in 2024, followed by the West at 27%.
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CMBS multifamily servicing, delinquency rates fall in June
Distress for lodging and office properties rose during the month, which could provide redevelopment opportunities down the road, according to one firm.
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Multifamily starts spike for 5-plus units in June
Completions for apartments continued to fall, dropping nearly 40% YOY.
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Carter sells controlling interest to Hunt Cos.
CEO Scott Taylor told Multifamily Dive that the Atlanta-based multifamily and mixed-use developer will use the capital to fuel growth.
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DEALS + STARTS
Greystar partners with University of Mississippi on modular dorm
The public-private partnership will add 2,700 student beds across two residence halls, both expected to open by 2027.
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ResProp Management reportedly acquires 304 units in Florida for $37M
The buyers, identified by Florida's Business Observer, secured Freddie Mac financing for the 50-year-old asset, which had strong occupancy.
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Q&A
Thompson Thrift exec returns to lead multifamily development team
Bo Chapman talks about the firm's future development plans and how it implements technology in its operations.
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Rent growth slowed by strong supply, economic uncertainty
Sun Belt markets are seeing high new unit absorption as demand remains robust.
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Q&A
How to avoid prospects tuning out on social media
Devin Lusk, director of marketing at American Landmark, uses authentic storytelling, not stock photos, to build trust with prospective renters.
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Refinancing risk will bring apartment acquisition opportunities
Multifamily loans are the “largest slice of upcoming maturity volume,” according to Trepp.
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DEALS + STARTS
625 student beds underway in high-demand University of Michigan market
Chapter Ann Arbor, developed by CRG and Shapack Partners, will be located within one block of campus.
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EXECUTIVE MOVES
St. John Properties moves into multifamily construction
The Baltimore-based real estate developer has brought in Michael Poirot to oversee the new division.
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Q&A
Multifamily developer overcomes South Florida’s challenges
Rene Bello encounters hurdles with labor, insurance and interest rates when trying to pencil out new projects.
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NEW FUNDS
S2 Capital closes $373M distressed apartment fund
The Dallas-based multifamily owner is targeting properties in high-growth markets, including Texas and the Carolinas.
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PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
ZOM Living adds 359 units near Austin, Texas, tech giants
Azola Avery Centre, located in the Avery Centre master-planned community in Round Rock, Texas, includes built-in work-from-home space and private yards in select units.
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DEALS + STARTS
Midloch acquires apartments built in former Pabst malt house
The firm secured the Milwaukee landmark in a joint venture with Hempel Real Estate for $19.2 million.
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Q&A
Standard Communities expands construction division, enters new markets
The Los Angeles-based affordable housing firm has brought on Caitlin Gossens to lead its capital markets team.
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Balfour Beatty breaks ground on $260M DC apartment building
The property, which is part of a public-private partnership with the District of Columbia, will contain 356 market-rate residences.