How Coffee Amenities Elevate Multifamily Communities
When you think about amenities that naturally build community and increase the perceived value of a multifamily property, your mind probably jumps to elaborate resident lounges, lavish resort-style pools and tricked out fitness centers. However, data reveals a surprising truth: the humble coffee machine is one of the most powerful amenities for fostering genuine connections […]
Coworking Is Moving Into Apartment Buildings As A Powerful CRE Strategy For Tenant Retention
Over the past few years, the concept of home has metamorphosed — and so has the definition of what renters expect from their living space. For millions of remote and hybrid workers, that expectation now includes the ability to work productively just steps from their front door. As the line between home and office blurs, […]
Rethinking Amenities During Budget Season: Smarter Spending for Long-Term Resident Satisfaction
Budget season, whenever it occurs in your organization, can bring out the red pens. Faced with rising operational costs and pressure to meet aggressive financial goals, multifamily operators often begin the budgeting process by scanning for line items to trim. Unfortunately, that impulse frequently puts resident-facing services — especially amenities — on the chopping block. […]
Pools, Parties and (Outdoor) Pits: Keeping Outdoor Multifamily Amenities Accessible and Secure
Managing multifamily property warm-weather amenities involves more than dumping the occasional bag of chlorine in the swimming pool. “Managing summertime amenities comes with unique operational pressures due to high demand and increased foot traffic,” observed LIVunLtd’s President and COO Brian Buccino. Additionally, “overcrowding, amenity misuse and supply strain are common challenges, especially during the summer […]
National Cold Brew Day: Chill Vibes, Cold Coffee and Community Cultivation
April 20 is National Cold Brew Day — the perfect excuse to keep things cool and caffeinated at your property. Whether your residents are hardcore coffee fans or just here for the vibes, this day is an easy win for community building. Cold brew’s been having a moment for a while now. It’s smooth, it’s […]
Maximizing Multifamily Profitability: The Key Factors Driving ROI
Everyone talks about ROI, but in multifamily, knowing where to focus is what separates good operators from great ones. With margins tightening and resident expectations rising, smart prioritization isn’t optional. It’s the playbook. Here’s a breakdown of what actually moves the needle, and what quietly eats into your bottom line. Profit Drivers: What Boosts Multifamily […]
WithMe, Inc. Launches GiveWithMe, a Corporate Impact Program Grounded in Purpose and Action
New initiative formalizes the technology-enabled amenity provider’s longstanding commitment to families, nonprofits, veterans, employees and the environment. CHICAGO, IL — April 16, 2025 — At WithMe, Inc., growth has always been guided by purpose. As the company scales its national footprint in technology-powered printer solutions and coffee amenities, it’s also expanding its role as a […]
National Coffee Cake Day Is the Sweetest Excuse to Have Cake with Your Coffee
Coffee and cake have always gone hand in hand — and on April 7, we get to officially honor that pairing with National Coffee Cake Day. Whether enjoyed as a morning pick-me-up, an afternoon treat or the centerpiece of a community gathering, coffee cake remains one of the most comforting desserts around. A Slice of […]
Brew Better Communities: Why Coffee Is the Secret to Resident Retention
If you think coffee is just a morning ritual, your residents would disagree. It’s a non-negotiable daily habit, a $100 billion industry, and – if done right – one of the most effective retention tools in multifamily housing. Yet, most properties still treat coffee as an afterthought. A lonely, outdated coffee pot in the corner […]
The Move Toward Multifamily Efficiency: Vendor Consolidation
Vendors are a large part of successful multifamily operations. By outsourcing various areas like landscaping, cleaning, maintenance, amenity management and other activities, apartment property managers can spend more time on big-picture tasks, including tenant recruitment and retention. While vendors are important, too many of them can be problematic. “Juggling multiple vendors creates inefficiencies, service […]