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NAA RELEASES RENT CONTROL RESEARCH; The report analyzes the unintended consequences of the policy across the country.

Operating, investing and developing in a high inflation and high interest rate environment will continue to pose challenges for the apartment...

There were no surprises in this month’s CPI release as all measures of inflation came in largely as expected. The headline rate was up 6.0%...

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Inflation continued its path in the right direction in January, rising 6.3% year-over-year on a seasonally adjusted basis, slightly higher than...

On January 25, the White House announced a number of actions to advance President Biden’s housing agenda, which are intended to protect renters and...

Check out this month’s Minute Advocate where Nicole Upano, NAA’s AVP, Housing Policy and Regulatory Affairs, will digest the latest advocacy news in...

The potential for an economic downturn has not dampened rental housing industry executives’ spirit or outlook.

There were no surprises in this month’s CPI report, with most measures matching analysts' expectations. Headline CPI increased 6.4% year-over-year...

Listing of Cracker Barrels and Legislative Coffees around South Dakota

Since 2020, the rental market has been on a roller coaster ride, characterized by abrupt swings. That ride continued in 2022, but this year also...

Paula Munger, NAA VP of Industry Research & Analysis, offers perspective on expectations for the year ahead.

Once again, inflation came in lower than consensus forecasts, measuring 7.1% year-over-year and just 0.1% over the month. Core inflation, excluding...

Since 2021, apartment demand had been at record levels as people left cities for suburbs; however, in more recent months, there has been a sudden...

Inflation came in lower than expected, rising 7.8% year-over-year, seasonally adjusted. This was the lowest rate of increase since January.

Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Chair of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, sent a letter to Lina Khan, Chair of the Federal...

Here are the election’s key takeaways as of the morning of Wednesday, November 9, 2022 – and what they mean for the rental housing industry.

Check out this month’s Minute Advocate where NAA’s AVP of Housing Policy and Regulatory Affairs, Nicole Upano, will digest the latest advocacy news...

Once again, the latest inflation figures were greater than consensus forecasts, with headline CPI increasing 8.2% year-over-year on a seasonally...

The single-family home rental business has been around for years. Lately, it has been gaining momentum as institutional players and multifamily...

Check out this month’s Minute Advocate where NAA’s SVP of Government Affairs Greg Brown will digest the latest advocacy news in just around a minute.

Meet Intellirent, your new resource for fast & secure screening - plus, rental marketing!

Resident retention remains a high priority, and these five incentives can help earn renewals.

Rental rates and for-sale home prices continued to climb during Q2 but at a slower pace than previous record-breaking quarters.

Inflation ran higher than the consensus forecast, which called for a slight monthly decline in headline CPI and a 0.3% increase in core CPI.

Check out this month’s Minute Advocate where NAA’s SVP of Government Affairs Greg Brown will digest the latest advocacy news in just around a minute.

Institutional capital investment in single-family-rental (SFR) acquisitions and build-to-rent (BTR) projects is growing by leaps and bounds.

Inflation surprised in a pleasant way, rising 8.5% year-over-year, below consensus forecasts. Prices were flat on a monthly basis, the best reading...

Apartment demand is expected to soften between 2022-2035 and approximately 3.7 million units will be needed by 2035 to meet demand, about 266,000...

Here are a few links from the National Apartment Association to keep you up-to-date on everything related to advocacy, from our state to federal.

While inflation was red-hot during the second quarter, the apartment industry showed signs of cooling.

Check out this month’s Minute Advocate where NAA’s SVP of Government Affairs Greg Brown will digest the latest advocacy news in just around a minute.

Once again, the headline inflation number beat analysts’ expectations, rising 9.1% year-over-year (unadjusted) and 1.3% over the month.

To assess rental housing affordability at the market level, the National Apartment Association (NAA) analyzed rent-to-income percentages, which are...

Everywhere it's tried, rent control harms the people it's meant to help. Yet foolish politicians continue to implement it.

With a utility-centered approach, property owners can cut down on costs in their multifamily properties and increase their net operating income.

By all measures – headline, core, monthly and annually – the May Consumer Price Index (CPI) came in hotter than expected. Headline CPI increased...

Here you will find information about the protected classes for South Dakota's fair housing law as well as the cities and counties in the state’s...

Check out this month’s Minute Advocate where NAA’s SVP of Government Affairs Greg Brown will digest the latest advocacy news in just around a minute.

How did your representation vote in Pierre in 2022?

The administration's Housing Supply Action Plan seeks to reduce restrictive land use policy and expand opportunities to build affordable housing....

After 7 months of smashing records, the headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) retreated slightly to 8.2% year-over-year (8.3% unadjusted).

Virtual reality and augmented reality are playing increasingly growing roles in training and hiring for leading apartment companies.

Once again, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and core CPI (excluding food and energy) reached 40-year highs, increasing 8.5% and 6.5%, respectively,...

With so much discussion around rent payments and the prevailing misconception that rental housing owners enjoy large margins, the National Apartment...

Check out this month’s Minute Advocate where NAA’s SVP of Government Affairs Greg Brown will digest the latest advocacy news in just around a minute.

The FCC announces new regulations on cable home wiring, certain exclusive access payment schemes and exclusive marketing arrangements.

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 7.9% year-over-year while core CPI (excluding food and energy) increased 6.4%, both new 40-year highs.

The end of the great resignation appears to be in sight as displaced workers are returning to work. The labor force participation rate reached 62.2%...

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 7.5% year-over-year while core CPI increased 6.0%. Once again, we must go back to 1982 to find similar...

#Congress must adopt the Choice in Affordable Housing Act – which will revitalize the Section 8 HCV Program by providing $500 million for security...

SDMHA in conjunction with the National Fire Protection Association presents its COMMUNITY and RESIDENT SAFETY SERIES. This safety document is...

SDMHA in conjunction with the National Fire Protection Association presents its COMMUNITY and RESIDENT SAFETY SERIES. This safety document is...

SDMHA in conjunction with the National Fire Protection Association presents its COMMUNITY and RESIDENT SAFETY SERIES. This safety document is...

See list of legislative coffees across South Dakota

SDMHA in conjunction with the National Fire Protection Association presents its COMMUNITY and RESIDENT SAFETY SERIES. This safety document is...

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 6.9% on a year-over-year basis, while prices excluding food and energy (core CPI) rose 5.0%, both measures at...

On January 11, 2022, the National Apartment Association (NAA) joined the Greater Boston Real Estate Board (GBREB) to testify before the...

Apartment owners and operators will continue to be plagued by the labor market in 2022 with difficulties recruiting, hiring and retaining employees...

In December 2021, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 6.9% on a year-over-year basis, while prices excluding food and energy (core CPI) rose 5.0%,...

Housing affordability concerns continue to dominate the political conversation in jurisdictions across the country.

The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 6.2% on a year-over-year basis, while prices excluding food and energy (core CPI) rose 4.6%, well above...

The focus on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is having an effect on investing in and insuring multifamily communities.

In most multifamily housing, tenants do not have much incentive to conserve or fight water waste.

OSHA Issues COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Standard for businesses of 100 employees or more.

Recently, the House Financial Services Committee (HFSC) passed H.R. 5196. The bill reforms the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) and...

Congratulations to our 2021 RAFFLE Winners

Have you suffered from financial damages as a result of the CDC Eviction Moratorium?

Landlord/Tenant Concerns regarding new SD laws on Medicinal Marijuana

NAA filed a lawsuit in the US Court of Federal Claims on behalf of apartment owners seeking to recover billions of dollars in lost rental damages...

President Biden is taking further action to prevent Americans from experiencing the heartbreak of eviction. Thanks to State eviction moratoria,...

The Rental Assistance Finder was designed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to help renters and housing providers find their local...

A few updates regarding the national eviction moratorium, slated to end on June 30th, 2021 ... or is it?

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NAA is currently pushing hard to end the CDC Eviction Moratorium, we are also advocating on several bills that will address housing affordability,...

In this SDMHA Member Compass resource guidance, you will learn about My Events, CE’s, and Transactions.

This is an area tailored to your membership and member engagement. You can View, Print & Pay Invoices, Update Your Profile, Manage Events, easily...

Discover Gen Z renter geographical preferences, homeownership and renting sentiments and preferred apartment amenities from a just-released...

An eviction moratorium interrupts the revenue needed to pay employee salaries, mortgages, property taxes, maintenance and utilities. NAA has made...

The CDC finally released its updated FAQs regarding the agency’s federal eviction moratorium order, which was extended until June 30.

Help the rental housing industry by participating in the 2021 NAA Income & Expenses Survey (IES).

This new Guide is the go-to resource for employers across the country. It addresses the choices employers have been forced to make under great...

Schedule of 2021 Legislative Coffees and Cracker Barrels

Maintenance teams have a direct impact on residents’ decision to renew. Here is some insight into bettering your odds.

We are one significant step closer to seeing the COVID bill move through budget reconciliation.

A look at property statistics reveals how maintenance teams can save their organizations time and money.

See results of January 15, 2021 vacancy survey of the Sioux Falls area.

See the results of the December 2020 Black Hills Area vacancy survey

Here are several updates on rental housing and how they are currently affecting our business. The updates are from Greg Brown, the National...

Meet your 2021 SDMHA Board of Directors

Announcing the SDMHA Merit Award Winners for 2020

As you have seen by now, Republicans and Democrats have reached a deal on COVID-19 relief legislation and an omnibus federal funding bill, which...

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$10 million in housing (rent, mortgage & utilities) assistance available for South Dakotans impacted by COVID-19

Visit our virtual trade show until Oct 31, 2020 Suppliers and vendors are waiting for you to stop by their booth to see their products and...

Dr. Ben & Candy Carson were in Sioux Falls

ALERT! EXTENDED THROUGH JANUARY 30, 2021 ALL properties are affected by the CDC's Eviction Moratorium

Wondering how you are going to reopen your office and/or amenities? Here is an article and Micro Webinar to assist you with the steps. NAA's Best...

All you need to know to market virtually to those looking for a new home. Thank you to Kari at My Renters Guide for this informative video.

Are you wondering what you should be doing to keep yourself, your staff, residents safe during this time. And then where do you get the PPE's. On...

Everday Steps, Steps When Someone is Sick, And Considerations for Employers. Read on CDC website:...

Have you ever wanted a tool to help you determine how much a prospective resident can realistically pay for your rent? The Thrive Housing Action...

Because there exists a misconception that rental housing owners enjoy large margins and can continue operating in the absence of rent payments, and...

Thank you to the Multi Cultural Center in Sioux Falls for providing you with a flyer that has the symptoms of COVID-19 and how to prevent the spread...

Our tax experts, Lamfers & Maas, LLP shared the following information. Below is an informational sheet provided by the US Treasury on the...

We are a community. We need each other to get through this. As of October 1st we have 22,389 total confirmed cases, of which 18,508 have...

City of Sioux Falls adds $1 million to One Sioux Falls Fund, with a matching gift from T. Denny Sanford, making over $3.1 million available. Over...

SD Multi Housing Association is here to support you during this COVID-19 crisis. There is a multitude of options that you can consider when dealing...

We are in an unprecedented time. SD Multi Housing Association is here to support you during this COVID-19 crisis. There is a multitude of options...

What every American and community can do now to decrease the spread of the Coronavirus at work, home and school. Safety for everyone is the number...

NAA just launched a grassroots alert asking Congress to include apartments in any relief package, including relief for residents and mortgage...

We have a number of our members that also own/manage commercial or mixed used property. So we put together some information that pertains...

HB1067 was signed on March 24th. And will be effective July 1, 2020. We will notify our members of the changes once the actual laws are...

An inspirational event, celebrating 50 years of SDMHA and our 2019 Merit Award Winners. Despite the snow, we had a great turnout. Congratulations...

SDMHA is 50 years old this year! Let's Celebrate It was interesting going through the history of SDMHA, talking with long term members, and fun to...

We have a new form that you can utilize for reasonable accommodations and assistance animals. There are two forms. However, you could use the...

We had a great event this year with 46 maintenance competitors and 10 management competitors. Congratulations to the Overall Winners: 1st:...

Help support the SDMHA! In celebration of Maintenance Mania HD Supply will give a portion of your purchases back to SDMHA. By using the SOURCE...

By Paul Bergeron III A recent study finds that the majority of property management companies have been affected by fraud, but due to the...

Information from our June Membership meeting in Sioux Falls. Marketing with Social Media Presenter: Jodi Schwan of SiouxFalls.Business Use...

July means that it is time for our Vacancy Survey. The data we distribute is vital to those in the banking, real estate and appraisal...

We are pleased to announce the launch of our Career Center catering to employers and jobseekers in the multi-housing industry here in South Dakota....

Welcome to our new website! We have a brand new look and updated technology in an effort to better serve all our members. In order to get the most...

Improving online reputation is something that all property managers want to do, and today we have some useful information on how to do that. We...

You have all experienced a rise in the requests for service/companion/emotional support animals. Now you will have the ability to say NO to those...

Read the latest edition of our Rental Review.