Of Interest
How to Overcome Build-to-Rent Stereotypes
February 29, 2024
Some people think of renting as a temporary condition, but communities large and small are turning to build-to-rent as a valuable, long-term solution that can meet rising demand for housing. Build-to-rent, however, does suffer from stereotypes. By designing them to be desirable neighborhood/homes which have the aesthetic of for-sale communities, some of the stigma of...
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Connected Communities: An Enormous Opportunity
February 27, 2024
Internet and Wi-Fi service has firmly established itself among the essential amenities in rental housing, and today’s renters heavily weigh Wi-Fi speed and reliability when deciding where to live. The demand for a dynamic Wi-Fi solution escalated in recent years due to the work-from-home and remote education trends. Community WiFi establishes the ability to roam the...
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Six Ways to Add Value to Your Apartment Community
February 22, 2024
From quick cosmetic fixes to upgrading major systems, value can be found in properties that once were shiny and new. Here’s the at-a-glance. Read on for details. 1. Preserve the Already-Valuable Assets 2. Understand Your Tenant 3. Reach for Eco-Friendly Upgrades and Savings 4. Embrace the Trends That Make Sense 5. Create Value Beyond Four...
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This Resilient Building System Stacks Like Real-Life Legos
February 20, 2024
What a great idea. Environmentally friendly, structurally sound. With a mission to construct stronger, more resilient structures that can withstand intensifying storms and devastating winds, RENCO USA has unveiled a new way to build that mirrors a popular children’s toy: Legos. RENCO, short for renewable composite, weaves together recycled glass fibers, recycled plastic, resin, and...
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