Package theft is up 36 percent year over year, to a whopping 210 million stolen packages in the U.S. so far in 2021. Here’s how landlords can help their tenants avert potential theft this holiday season. Continue reading
Property managers’ lack of response to applicants of color contributes to housing segregation by race, according to a new study by the National Bureau of Economic Research. Continue reading
MeetElise reported that the new funds will go toward hiring, product expansion and the company’s movement into adjacent verticals. In total, MeetElise has raised $32 million in funding. Continue reading
Zuma also works in unison with many of the apartment industry’s lead generation platforms, such as Apartment List, Zillow and Apartments.com. Continue reading
Dubbed “Rent Payment,” the new tool is free for landlords and managers and is meant to be easier and more secure than conventional payment methods. Continue reading
The new funding round of $170 million, for a total of $214 million raised, pushes Lessen into “unicorn” status, meaning its valuation has topped $1 billion. It’s the second industry player in November to earn the title. Continue reading
The funding round will help the rental homeownership startup add hires, expand into new Sun Belt markets and invest in its product and technology, according to an announcement. Continue reading
Two months after passing a referendum to control rents, Berliners are battling extreme leasing fees, which include thousands of dollars upfront for furniture, appliances and kitchen cabinets. Continue reading
Zuma’s software flattens traditional lead qualification and follow-up processes using on-demand engagement methods to qualify prospects as leads, arrange appointments and determine best practices for ongoing lead nurture. Continue reading
PadSplit, an Atlanta-based housing model that formalizes workforce co-living in single-family homes, has secured $20.5 million in Series B financing with backing in part from Mark Cuban Companies and Citi. Continue reading