Disconnected systems and inconsistent data definitions can limit the impact of even the most advanced AI initiatives. Download our eBook to explore how trusted, contextualized data empowers AI agents to reason, recommend and act with confidence. bit.ly/4rvW4IJ

The multifamily market is constantly evolving, and understanding the data behind the trends is key to staying ahead. Each week, the Realpage Market Analytics team breaks down the latest apartment market insights shaping the industry. This week's insights include: • Denver Concessions Remain Robust, Reflecting Soft Demand and High Supply: bit.ly/47k0MQk • Legacy West Discounted Less Than Any Pocket in Dallas: bit.ly/3TqCeBU • New Apartment Supply in Detroit Has Gravitated Toward Select Suburbs: bit.ly/3VLBwzY • Bishop Arts Held Its Rents and Paid for It in Concessions: bit.ly/3TqCeSq • RealPage Economy Express Episode 71: bit.ly/4rt0rEd Dive into the latest research and analysis: bit.ly/3TqCfps

The key takeaways from #RealWorld2026 are still resonating across the industry. Tune in as attendees share their perspectives on the trends, technologies and strategies that continue to drive multifamily forward. Watch the full episode on YouTube: bit.ly/4yRa425 Or listen today: bit.ly/3VshtXe

Stay tuned for our September Multifamily Talks episode, dropping September 30th at 2PM CST. Realpage host Krista Hurley is joined by Bridget Liberti of Dayrise and Pauline Houchins of Asset Living to discuss why the strongest multifamily budgets aren't always the leanest, and how leaders can make smarter investment decisions as they plan for 2027. Register today: bit.ly/4cVmrBR #Multifamily #PropertyManagement

Featured in MFE Multifamily Executive, this timely article explores a critical question for the future of rental housing: As AI transforms the industry, can operators trust how it gets there? Realpage Chief Digital and Technology Officer Lance French shares why trusted AI starts with industry-grounded data, governed definitions, transparent recommendations, compliance-minded design, and clear human accountability. Find out about the five principles of Trusted AI for Rental Housing, the framework guiding the design and development of the Lumina AI Suite. Read the article: bit.ly/4yUJchY

Insurance costs continue to rise, creating new challenges for multifamily owners and operators. As premiums increase, deductibles grow and underwriting requirements evolve, many organizations are reevaluating how risk is managed across their portfolios. Our latest resource explores how resident insurance programs can support a broader risk-management strategy by improving compliance visibility, identifying coverage gaps and helping align resident-related exposures with the appropriate coverage source. Download the guide to learn how multifamily operators are approaching insurance strategy in an increasingly complex market. bit.ly/3Tink0H #Multifamily #RiskManagement #Insurance #PropertyManagement #MultifamilyHousing

Realpage's Industry Principal for AI Workforce, Krista Hurley invited Sarah Covington, Operations Specialist at Summit Property Management, to guest speak with Realpage on the NAA ApartmentCast podcast to discuss how teams operate more efficiently, reduce repetitive tasks and create more capacity for high-value resident and operational activities. Listen as they explore: • Why capacity has become a critical operational focus • The real pressures impacting onsite teams • How AI can support, not replace, property professionals • New approaches to driving sustainable performance at scale 🎧 Listen now: bit.ly/4752btY #Multifamily #AI #AIWorkforce #PropertyManagement #ApartmentOperations #PropTech #MultifamilyLeadership #FutureOfWork

The Fed finally moved. First rate hike since 2023, and the vote was unanimous. In the latest Realpage Economy Express, Arben Skivjani, Deputy Chief Economist at Realpage, breaks down a 12-0 hike, an energy shock the Fed cannot reach, a consumer spending through it, and what it means for apartment demand. Core CPI hit a 5-year low, yet headline inflation held at 3.4%. Retail sales jumped more than 1%, yet sentiment fell near a record low. And apartment starts dropped more than 20% just as mortgage rates touched 7%. Watch the full episode below.

How can property management organizations gain greater control over purchasing while reducing manual work? Join our upcoming webcast to hear how Realpage and Amazon Business are helping organizations simplify procurement workflows through PunchOut integration, centralized purchasing and improved spend oversight. Plus, hear firsthand insights from The Michaels Organization on implementation, adoption and operational impact. 📅 September 24th | 1 PM CST Register today: bit.ly/4yHi1qw

What happens when utility operations move from reactive to strategic? One leading institutional real estate asset manager increased utility cost recovery from 60% to 87% by centralizing data, standardizing processes and gaining stronger portfolio-wide visibility with Realpage Utility Management. Read the case study to see how improved accountability, oversight, and operational control helped drive measurable results. bit.ly/4h9VThg

The multifamily industry is evolving rapidly, and the investments made today will shape how communities operate for years to come. For more than 20 years, Realpage has invested in property technology innovation. That commitment continues with Realpage Smart Building, bringing together STRATIS for access and energy management and WhiteSky for advanced Wi-Fi connectivity. Together, these solutions help owners and operators deliver better resident experiences while driving greater operational efficiency. #Realpage #SmartBuilding #PropertyTechnology #Multifamily

Last week, Realpage CEO Dirk Wakeham joined TiE Dallas' InnoVIBE 2026 at The University of Texas at Dallas for a fireside chat with Harini Madhira, closing out a day of conversations on AI, PropTech, FinTech and entrepreneurship. Dirk reflected on his entrepreneurial journey, the importance of maintaining a founder's mindset and the opportunity to strengthen pathways for future engineering and AI talent through industry and university collaboration. Thank you to TiE Dallas, UT Dallas and all who helped bring together such an engaged community of innovators. #InnoVIBE2026 #PropTech #AI #Innovation #Leadership

What if you could monitor procurement activity and identify potential savings opportunities before they slip through the cracks? Introducing the Realpage AI Spend Agent. This agent helps multifamily teams gain ongoing visibility into procurement activity, monitor spend compliance and uncover opportunities for cost savings across their portfolio. Learn how AI-powered procurement intelligence can support smarter purchasing decisions: bit.ly/3VvQBFK

Dennis Kyle, SVP of Smart Building at Realpage, is joining Smart Spaces 2026 for an interactive panel on insurance transformation, claims automation and property risk intelligence. Catch the session Tuesday, September 15th, from 1:45–2:25 PM CT at Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park. Join the conversation on how connected building technology is shaping multifamily operations.

“Those five agents are a game changer. They’re truly an extension of our team.” Hear RR Living CEO Melanie French share how Lumina Workforce is making an impact in this #RealWorld2026 recap episode of Multifamily Talks. Watch the full episode on YouTube: bit.ly/4h3WPUu Or listen today: bit.ly/4r6otVH

From Floor to Finish: Redi Carpet Keeps Multifamily Moving 🏠 Our 2026 Realpage eSupply Vendor Partner Highlight Series continues—and this month, we’re putting the spotlight where it belongs: underfoot! We’re proud to feature Redi Carpet, a trusted multifamily flooring partner serving apartment communities nationwide since 1981. From carpet and vinyl to tile, hardwood, laminate and blinds, Redi Carpet helps property teams refresh spaces, streamline turns and create communities residents are proud to call home. Through the Realpage eSupply Vendor Discount Program, Realpage customers can take advantage of the value, expertise and convenience this partnership delivers. Partnering with Redi Carpet means access to: • A broad selection of flooring solutions for apartments and common areas • Next-day installation and extensive in-stock inventory • REDI-Link technology for precise measurements and reduced waste • Yardage integrity to help control material use and costs • Coast-to-coast coverage with local service teams and warehouses • Online tools for orders, invoices, budgets and order history • The purchasing power and convenience of the Realpage eSupply program Together, Realpage and Redi Carpet are helping multifamily teams make every property feel more inviting—one room, one renovation and one refreshed floor at a time. Because when the right flooring is under you, everything feels a little more ready for what’s next. Learn more about Realpage eSupply: realpage.com/vendor-manageme… #Realpage #eSupply #VendorPartner #RediCarpet #Multifamily #PropertyManagement #Maintenance #Procurement #MultifamilyOperations #FlooringSolutions

Realpagers celebrated summer and National Cherry Popsicle Day with a refreshing afternoon break featuring Frios Gourmet Pops! With a variety of fun and unique flavors to choose from, it was a great way to beat the heat, step away from the workday and connect with coworkers. These simple shared moments help bring our culture to life by creating more opportunities for connection, community and a little fun along the way.

Multifamily connectivity demands are growing quickly. Residents are using more devices for streaming, gaming, remote work, video calls and smart home experiences, all while expecting reliable service throughout the property. Realpage Smart Building powered by WhiteSky is upgrading its hardware platform to support Wi-Fi 7, helping operators deliver greater capacity, faster responsiveness, and more reliable wireless performance as device demands increase. For operators, Wi-Fi 7 is not simply about faster speeds. It is about building a managed Wi-Fi foundation that can scale with resident expectations, support connected property technology and prepare communities for the next generation of phones, laptops, TVs and smart devices. Learn more in our blog, Managed Wi-Fi for Apartments: bit.ly/4xnrnH5 #RealpageSmartBuilding #ManagedWiFi #WiFi7 #Multifamily #PropertyOperations

Looking for the latest apartment market insights? Every week, the Realpage Market Analytics team explores the data behind today's most important multifamily trends, helping industry leaders better understand market conditions and make informed decisions. This week's insights: • The West’s Apartment Market Divide Widens as Regional Leaders and Laggards Pull Further Apart: bit.ly/4gMpajs • South Region Continues to Lead for Build-to-Rent Development: bit.ly/4xdbxi1 • Annual Rent Growth Strengthens as Apartment Market Recovery Continues: bit.ly/4xoEeZv • U.S. Employment Rebounds in August: bit.ly/46WhepL • Concession Use Eases Across Regions, but Discounts Keep Deepening: bit.ly/4xkf0LT Check out what's trending: • Multifamily Permitting Surges in Major Coastal Markets: bit.ly/4gH8n16 • U.S. Apartment Market Sees the Return of Annual Rent Growth: bit.ly/4r0WeYc • Rent Change in 2nd Half of 2026 Will Be a Key Indicator for Columbus Performance in 2027: bit.ly/4A6uoxS Dive into the latest research and analysis: bit.ly/4hgHTUl

Looking for fresh perspectives on today's multifamily challenges and opportunities? The Realpage Resources Hub brings together market intelligence, industry research, expert guidance and on-demand resources to help you stay informed and ahead of what's next. Explore now: bit.ly/3TjdGLe #Realpage #BusinessOfLiving #Multifamily #MultifamilyInsights