Before the pandemic, only 20% of employees worked from home all or most of the time. By October 2020, that percentage jumped to 71%, with more than half wanting to keep working from home after the pandemic. This dramatic shift toward remote work impacted the expectations of multifamily residents. Now, more renters are prioritizing amenities that promote a productive work … Read More
Originally published in January 2018. Porch Pirates have a new favorite place to shop — your front door. The convenience of online ordering and fast, free shipping keep the packages piling up on porches everywhere. And Americans are ordering more online than ever before. In April and May of 2020, US consumers spent $153 billion online — that’s 7% more … Read More
With the COVID-19 pandemic on everyone’s minds in 2020, smart lockers became a more critical feature in offices, housing, and retail. They also entered new territories, providing a contactless way for communities to protect their workers, deliver resources, and so much more. Our most-read articles from 2020 capture a year of challenges, changes, and opportunities. #1 Smart Lockers Provide Safe, … Read More
Times have certainly changed, and some multifamily residents are shying away from shared amenities in favor of those that promote health, safety, and social distancing. Here are a few of the most in-demand apartment amenities that are helping renters adjust to the new normal. Virtual amenities It could be a while before popular apartment amenities like pools, fitness centers, and … Read More
Faced with uncertain times, multifamily residents are spending more time at home. To minimize their in-store shopping trips, many consumers are buying the bulk of their food, household essentials, and other supplies online. This is evident by the fact that, as of April 21, e-commerce orders have experienced a 129% year-over-year growth in North America. And UPS delivered 19% more … Read More
Multifamily housing is in great demand. Occupancy rates were at a record high of 96% in 2019, and we could see as many as one million new renter households entering the market with each new year. Several factors play into a person’s decision to rent rather than buy, including: The desire for a flexible city lifestyle Need for community Lack … Read More
This past year, we’ve covered everything from package theft to buy online, pick up in-store (BOPIS) as we delved into why package lockers are a leading solution for retailers, businesses, and property managers. To help you catch up with the headlines, here are our ten most-read articles from 2019. #1. 6 Shocking Stats about Package Theft E-commerce growth has resulted … Read More
What’s a porch pirate’s favorite time of the year? If you guessed the holiday season, you’re correct. No other time rivals the flood of deliveries we see as the year winds down. So it’s no surprise that nearly a quarter of holiday shoppers have concerns about package theft this year. And the number of package theft victims is steadily climbing … Read More
Brands are becoming experts at engaging and pleasing their customers. It’s faster and easier than ever before to find exactly what you’re looking for, complete a purchase, receive orders, and contact customer service. Renting an apartment is more of a commitment and investment than purchasing a product from a store, but the experiences have a lot in common. And to … Read More
Now is the time to invest in multifamily housing. About 37% of American citizens rent their homes, and 42% of them live in properties with five or more units. So where can multifamily investors expect the greatest gains? Out of the 40 most populous metro areas, the five cities below currently have the top performing residential markets. This lineup comes … Read More
