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The Hidden Reality of Homeownership: Why Nearly Half of Buyers Have Regrets
Homeownership has long been considered the cornerstone of the American Dream. Yet a surprising number of people who achieve this milestone find themselves questioning their…
Discover Rock Hill, SC: Where Southern Charm Meets Shopping Paradise
When people think of must-visit destinations in the Carolinas, Charlotte usually steals the spotlight. But just 30 minutes south of the Queen City lies a…
Are Swimming Pools Still Worth the Investment? The Market Is Cooling Off
If you’ve been counting on your backyard pool to make a big splash in today’s real estate market, you might want to temper your expectations…
The Hidden Crisis: How Climate Change Could Trigger a Wave of Home Foreclosures
Imagine losing your home not because you lost your job or couldn’t make payments, but because a hurricane damaged your property and your insurance didn’t…
The End of an Era: Why Dining Rooms Are Vanishing from Modern Homes
Remember when every home had a formal dining room with a mahogany table and china cabinet? Those days might be numbered. A striking trend is…
South Carolina Migration Patterns: Where Are Residents Moving in 2025?
South Carolina continues to be one of America’s fastest-growing states, but where do residents go when they decide to relocate? Recent data from U-Haul’s midyear…
Winston-Salem’s Big Transformation: Three Major Developments Reshaping Our City
Winston-Salem is experiencing an exciting period of growth and change. Three major developments are converging to reshape our city’s landscape, bringing new entertainment options, economic…
Fort Mill Takes a Strategic Pause: Housing Moratorium Aims for Responsible Growth
Fort Mill, South Carolina, is experiencing a remarkable transformation. As the seventh fastest-growing suburb in the United States according to a recent GoBankingRates study, this…
The Rental Market Cools Down: What July’s Numbers Mean for Renters and Landlords
The rental market is telling an interesting story right now. Despite being in peak moving season, rents are staying flat and vacancy rates are hitting…
Charlotte’s Population Boom: 157 New Residents Arrive Daily
The Charlotte region continues to cement its status as one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas, with new data revealing that an average of 157…
The Hidden Costs of Corporate Rental Properties: Why Local, Family-Owned Management Makes All the Difference
When searching for your next rental home, it’s tempting to focus solely on square footage, location, and monthly rent. But there’s a crucial factor that…
Pool Rental Liability: A Hidden Risk Landlords Can’t Afford to Ignore
As a landlord, you’re already juggling countless responsibilities and potential liabilities. Now, thanks to new legislation in North Carolina allowing residents to rent out swimming…
Charlotte Claims Top Spot as Most Expensive Rental Market in the Metro
Charlotte has officially earned the distinction of being the most expensive city to rent in its metro area, with one-bedroom apartments now commanding $1,470 per…
Major Settlement Reached with Nation’s Largest Landlord Over Rent Price Manipulation – What It Means for Raleigh Renters
Federal authorities crack down on algorithmic pricing scheme that may have artificially inflated rents across the Triangle. Raleigh-area renters may soon see relief from a…
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3 Years Ago, Did Your Property Manager Lay Out Future Challenges and Exactly How the Rental Industry Was About to Evolve, While Investing Heavily in Preparing for Those Changes?
We were proud to see that most of the innovative strategies we outlined in 2023-2024, and have since expertly rolled out, showed up all over this 2026 Appfolio Renter Preference Report, including the crucial need to keep turnovers to the bare minimum, and betting on your known winners (great tenants in place). This shows that our company is on the leading edge of property management innovation and market forecasting.
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