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  1. Energy Attitudes Among Multifamily ResidentsEnergy Attitudes Among Multifamily Residents
    Parks Associates: MDU owners and operators report 18-19% reduction in energy and water costs due to smart tech solutions

    Parks Associates’ newest research Growing Multifamily Value Through Smart Energy Savings, released ahead of Apartmentalize 2025, finds that MDU owners and operators have experienced a reduction of 18-19% in energy and water costs by leveraging new smart building technologies. The white paper, developed in partnership with SmartRent, examines the evolution of property technologies and identifies how companies are utilizing smart energy technology to achieve significant cost savings and improve their operations.

    Parks AssociatesParks Associates
  2. The Great Rebuild: PropTech Trends Report 2025The Great Rebuild: PropTech Trends Report 2025
    The Great Rebuild: PropTech Trends Report 2025

    The Top 50 PropTech Index 2025 is Property Technology Magazine’s flagship annual ranking—spotlighting the most innovative, impactful, and fast-growing companies at the intersection of real estate and technology.

    Property Technology Magazine
  3. The Top 50 Women Leaders of Arizona for 2025 (Complete)The Top 50 Women Leaders of Arizona for 2025 (Complete)
    The Top 50 Women Leaders of Arizona for 2025 (Complete)

    Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders of Arizona for 2025.

    Women We AdmireWomen We Admire
  4. 35. Infrastructure as Code: Scaling Cloud Operations with Ryan Raub35. Infrastructure as Code: Scaling Cloud Operations with Ryan Raub
    35. Infrastructure as Code: Scaling Cloud Operations with Ryan Raub

    Today Matt sits down with Ryan Raub, VP of Cloud Infrastructure at SmartRent. From scaling infrastructure that supports millions of IoT devices to navigating the challenges of AWS IoT Core, Ryan shares invaluable insights from his journey from government work to startup leadership. Don't miss Ryan's practical advice on implementing Terraform at scale and his perspective on how AI might transform cloud infrastructure management in the coming years.

    Cloud CurrentsCloud Currents
  5. April 2025 roundup: New multifamily productsApril 2025 roundup: New multifamily products
    April 2025 roundup: New multifamily products

    SmartRent is adding three new artificial intelligence functions to its Work Management operations suite, all designed to support centralization operations and automate workflow, according to the company.

    Multifamily Dive
  6. Companies Like SmartRent (NYSE:SMRT) Are In A Position To Invest In GrowthCompanies Like SmartRent (NYSE:SMRT) Are In A Position To Invest In Growth
    Companies Like SmartRent (NYSE:SMRT) Are In A Position To Invest In Growth

    In this report, we will consider the company's annual negative free cash flow, henceforth referring to it as the 'cash burn'.

    Yahoo!FinanceYahoo!Finance
  7. AI and Affordable Tech Are Transforming Multifamily EfficiencyAI and Affordable Tech Are Transforming Multifamily Efficiency
    AI and Affordable Tech Are Transforming Multifamily Efficiency

    From smart thermostats and leak sensors to solar panels and predictive AI agents, multifamily operators are investing in a new generation of smarter technologies.

    MultiFamily ExecutiveMultiFamily Executive
  8. Proptech Roundup: AI, Automation, and Resident-Centric InnovationProptech Roundup: AI, Automation, and Resident-Centric Innovation
    Proptech Roundup: AI, Automation, and Resident-Centric Innovation

    SmartRent has rolled out enhancements that support the multifamily industry’s shift toward centralization. These latest innovations are part of SmartRent’s $10 million investment to fuel innovation and customer success.

    MulitFamily ExecutiveMulitFamily Executive
  9. SmartRent Expands AI-Powered Smart Operations SuiteSmartRent Expands AI-Powered Smart Operations Suite
    SmartRent Expands AI-Powered Smart Operations Suite

    The Teams feature empowers organizations to assign work at the group level rather than to individuals, eliminating role-based constraints and allowing for greater operational flexibility across properties and faster task completion.

    Mann ReportMann Report
  10. 43% of US internet households report participating in an energy program43% of US internet households report participating in an energy program
    Parks Associates: 43% of US internet households report participating in an energy program, with time-of-use (TOU) rate plans being the most popular

    The research study highlights the opportunity for utilities to engage consumers as active participants in energy management – 43% of US internet households report they are currently enrolled in an energy program.

    Parks AssociatesParks Associates
  11. Smart Apartments Are Finally ProfitableSmart Apartments Are Finally Profitable
    Smart Apartments Are Finally Profitable

    Technology has seeped into every part of our daily lives, including our homes. Over the last decade, the number of homes with at least one smart device has steadily increased.

    PropmodoPropmodo
  12. 5 Must-Attend Events for Multifamily Marketers in 20255 Must-Attend Events for Multifamily Marketers in 2025
    5 Must-Attend Events for Multifamily Marketers in 2025

    When it comes to multifamily marketing, conferences and events offer a vital platform for you to connect with peers, explore new technologies and strategies, exchange ideas and learn more about emerging trends in the space.

    Multi-Housing NewsMulti-Housing News
  13. Cali. Assembly Bill 2801Cali. Assembly Bill 2801
    Cali. Assembly Bill 2801 Amplifies the Spotlight on Security Deposits

    The law increases the demands on rental housing operators attempting to deduct the expense of home repairs required due to damage caused by residents.

    Multifamily InsidersMultifamily Insiders
  14. NJ Luxury Tower Secures $155MNJ Luxury Tower Secures $155M
    NJ Luxury Tower Secures $155M

    LCOR’s Charlie, a 386-unit multifamily development in Hoboken, N.J., has secured $155 million in construction financing. The five-year floating-rate loan was arranged by JLL through insurance accounts managed by KKR.

    Multi-Housing NewsMulti-Housing News
  15. Scheer at CESScheer at CES
    SmartRent’s Scheer Leads IoT Discussion at CONNECTIONS Summit at CES

    Rental housing operators and renters alike are seeking property technologies that increase efficiency and convenience at their communities.

    The Multifamily JournalThe Multifamily Journal
  16. Z-Wave Solutions InterviewZ-Wave Solutions Interview
    Skip navigation Search Create Avatar image SmartRent - Z-Wave Solutions for Large Multi-Family Communities - Interview - CES 2025 - Poc Network

    An interview with SmartRent, covering a side of the Z-Wave industry you don't typically hear much about.

    POC NetworkPOC Network
  17. Navigating the Multifamily IoT MarketsNavigating the Multifamily IoT Markets
    Navigating the Multifamily IoT Markets

    This session examines how smart home technologies can be tailored to meet the needs of apartment buildings and other multifamily properties.

    Parks AssociatesParks Associates
  18. $10M Investment $10M Investment
    SmartRent Launches $10M Investment Program to Fuel Next-Level Innovation

    SmartRent, Inc., the leading provider of smart communities solutions and smart operations solutions for the rental housing industry, confirmed the launch of its recently announced $10 million investment program.

    The Multifamily JournalThe Multifamily Journal
  19. Z-Wave Alliance Ballroom at CESZ-Wave Alliance Ballroom at CES
    Z-Wave Alliance Ballroom at CES Offers No Shortage of Buzz Around the Tech

    Getting the custom integration channel up to speed on the latest advancements and products in wireless/IoT technology, the Z-Wave Alliance plans to deliver “an impactful mix of exciting panels and exhibition of Z-Wave Alliance member companies” at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Jan. 7-10.

    CEProCEPro
  20. SmartRent ManagerSmartRent Manager
    Managing Work Orders With These 5 Systems

    SmartRent’s new Dashboards distill task data from multiple detailed reports into an easily digestible screen, highlighting key performance maintenance metrics at the property, region, or portfolio level

    Faculty ExecutiveFaculty Executive
  21. Proptech's Central Storyline In Real Estate Still Unwritten

    After making a dynamic entrance that seemed to spark the real estate industry to finally embrace innovation, the property technology sector has struggled to develop its role as operators have focused...

    Law 360Law 360
  22. SmartRent Launches $10 Million Investment Program to Fuel Innovation and Customer SuccessSmartRent Launches $10 Million Investment Program to Fuel Innovation and Customer Success
    SmartRent Launches $10 Million Investment Program to Fuel Innovation and Customer Success

    SmartRent recently announced a $10 million investment program to focus on driving innovation, new features, and functionality for the company’s Smart Operations Solutions, formerly known as SightPlan.

    MultiFamily ExecutiveMultiFamily Executive
  23. Real estate VC Fifth Wall is raising $500M for a new fundReal estate VC Fifth Wall is raising $500M for a new fund
    Real estate VC Fifth Wall is raising $500M for a new fund

    Real estate venture firm Fifth Wall is raising a new $500 million fund called Fifth Wall React, according to a regulatory filing.

    Tech CrunchTech Crunch
  24. CES 2025: Z-Wave Alliance Ballroom To Host Expert-Backed Panel PresentationsCES 2025: Z-Wave Alliance Ballroom To Host Expert-Backed Panel Presentations
    CES 2025: Z-Wave Alliance Ballroom To Host Expert-Backed Panel Presentations

    The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave technology, is set to make its mark at CES 2025 through an impactful mix of exciting panels and exhibitions of Z-Wave Alliance member companies.

    TWICETWICE