At the 2025 Maintenance Maina on April 9, Executive Vice President Mark Williams announced a new annual award. The “Schell Cup” was named in honor of Ed Schell, long time Committee Chair and visionary of the Maintenance Mania program. “We are so honored to celebrate this truly... Continue Reading
Choosing a team is like choosing your circle of friends. Every group has a unique energy that makes them special. While friendships can come naturally at first, they take work to maintain, develop, and evolve—just like building a successful team. It’s not just about hiring the right... Continue Reading
Move over winter, spring, summer and fall — in multifamily, the real seasons are budget season and peak leasing season. The latter, spanning from Memorial Day to Labor Day, is a three-month sprint that accounts for 70% of annual moves across the U.S. For operators, it’s a... Continue Reading
Colorado landlords who are not adequately informed about the state’s complex regulatory landscape face significant challenges and potential liability. Tenant Advocacy Groups (TAGs) began imposing new regulations on landlords when they gained control of the Colorado General Assembly. Since... Continue Reading
In an industry as dynamic as multifamily housing, success isn’t just about knowing the market—it’s about continuously evolving. Whether you’re leasing your first unit, managing multiple properties, or leading a company, the best in this industry share one trait: intentional... Continue Reading
Property management can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. Residents have urgent requests, vendors miss deadlines, and unexpected challenges pop up daily. In these moments, your inner voice can either help you stay steady, or knock you right off balance. A mental skill... Continue Reading
Alright, leasing pros, cue the dramatic music, because renewal season is here! The stage is set, the stakes are high, and the big question is: Who will accept the renewal rose and stay for another lease term? Listen, I’ve been in the trenches. Back when I was working onsite as a leasing... Continue Reading
Change is the only constant in life, and in property management, we know this all too well. Today, however, we are navigating an unprecedented pace of evolution driven by market shifts, centralization, and artificial intelligence. Adapting has always been our strength, but now, the scale of change... Continue Reading
Team culture functions exactly like an ecosystem. As a manager, you directly influence the type of ecosystem you create. Multifamily leadership is hard. And what makes it harder is that leaders aren’t given a clear framework to develop and sustain an ideal team culture. But through trial... Continue Reading
Now celebrating it's 25th year, AAMD's Maintenance celebration event (called "Maintenance Olympics" for the first 15 years), has grown from 60 attendees to over 1,500. This year's anniversary event will take place on April 9, and it is interesting to reflect on the origins and development of what... Continue Reading
Ryan Leak is a dynamic speaker, best-selling author, and strategic advisor renowned for his ability to inspire and transform individuals and organizations. As the CEO of a leadership development firm based in Dallas, Ryan and his team train over 30,000 leaders annually — from Fortune 500... Continue Reading
With the upcoming Education Conference and Trade Show, we’ve been hearing the phrase ‘Level Up’ a lot! It got me thinking—what does it really mean to ‘Level Up,’ and how can we apply it in ways that make a real impact? Whether it’s in our communities,... Continue Reading
