waste management

Industry Trends Report | Week of May 4

Multifamily's top storylines this week are the cost of trash overflow, redefining the American Dream, public-private partnerships, vacancy and rent forecasts revised, senior migration to multifamily, investor sentiment hits three-year low, WiFi 8, marketing strategies for student housing and cybersecurity.

When Trash Tanks Your Reputation: The Actual Cost of Overflow

Trash management is a frontline resident touchpoint that shapes the perceptions of service quality, community pride and overall satisfaction. When bins overflow, the impact can be immediate and emotional. Don't fix the problem right away; you can almost guarantee a significant uptick in posts about it.