Multifamily Collective Podcast

This episode is brought to you by https://www.ElevateOS.com —the only all-in-one community operating system.Here are five stories and insights shaping the multifamily industry right now.1. Leadership Mindset:From Vistage—"Be thankful for problems. If they were less difficult, someone else with less ability would have your job." A reminder to embrace challenges as character-builders.2. 401(k) Expansion:President Trump signs an executive order directing agencies to allow private equity, real estate, and crypto investments inside 401(k) plans. If it survives regulatory hurdles, this could release a wave of capital into multifamily and commercial real estate.3. Distressed Assets:Fall Apartment Group in Dallas sends a major portfolio to special servicing—potentially signaling opportunities for discounted acquisitions.4. Major Portfolio Sale:Elm Communities sells 19 properties to Cortland and exits property management. Combined with other recent deals, this could mean the market’s “iceberg” is starting to melt.5. Wisdom Worth Sharing:“The reason most people never change is because they’re too attached to who they’ve always been. Change requires death… Reinvention starts with release.”If you want to stay ahead of multifamily trends, hit that like button and subscribe for more leadership and market insights.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!

This episode is brought to you by https://www.ElevateOS.com —the only all-in-one community operating system.We’re watching the start of a major shift in PropTech.RealPage’s acquisition of Rexera signals a wave of mergers and acquisitions that could reshape the multifamily technology landscape. Over the past 3–4 years, PropTech startups have exploded—offering solutions to problems we didn’t even know we had. Now, the market is maturing. Consolidation is coming fast.In this episode, I share why this move validates the AI leasing space, how it compares to AppFolio’s early Dynasty acquisition, and why owning your data might be the real competitive advantage. I’ll also touch on the “arms race” in AI among major property management systems, and how operators can stitch together their own best-of-breed tech stacks—no walled gardens required.If you’re in multifamily leadership or curious about where PropTech is headed, this conversation will give you a front-row seat to the trends shaping 2025 and beyond.Like this video? Hit that thumbs-up and subscribe so you don’t miss future insights.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!

This episode is brought to you by https://www.ElevateOS.com —the only all-in-one community operating system.Home prices are falling.John Burns Real Estate Consulting reports that new home construction is outpacing job creation. That shift is driving builders to slash prices and sweeten incentives to move inventory — especially in the Southeast, Southwest, West Coast, and select middle markets.Here’s where it gets interesting for multifamily operators.If these incentives collide with a possible rate cut, we could see first-time buyers, move-up buyers, and even investors re-enter the market in force. That could mean apartment residents giving notice in the fall to buy homes before the holidays.I share why this trend matters, how it could signal a wave of change in multifamily occupancy, and what hyper-local data might tell us before the national numbers catch up.If you’re in the multifamily space, this is a development you don’t want to ignore.Like, subscribe, and join the conversation.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!

This episode is brought to you by [https://www.ElevateOS.com](https://www.elevateos.com/) —the only all-in-one community operating system.Have you ever stood at the edge of the ocean—or atop a mountain—and just felt awe?Then why don’t we feel that same awe when we look at our own lives?In this episode, Mike Brewer invites us to pause. To reflect. And to marvel—not at nature’s majesty, but at the unrealized potential in our daily routines. We waste time. We sleepwalk through life. But we don’t have to.Here’s what this message will stir in you:The quiet danger of living unintentionallyHow awe isn’t just for landscapes—it belongs in your habitsWhy routines aren’t bad—but aimlessness isWhat it means to be a beneficial presence in the worldThis episode isn’t about property management. It’s about soul management.📌 If this made you pause—if it made you feel—then like, subscribe, and pass it along. Someone else needs this reminder too.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!

This episode is brought to you by [https://www.ElevateOS.com](https://www.elevateos.com/) —the only all-in-one community operating system.New studio. New city. Same mission.In this episode, Mike Brewer shares a personal story of moving—and uses it as a launchpad to unpack one of the most powerful tools we all have: choice.Inspired by Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning, this message goes beyond multifamily operations and straight to the heart of leadership, character, and how we navigate adversity.Here’s what you’ll walk away with:Why the space between stimulus and response is where your power livesHow free will and responsibility intersect in both personal and professional contextsWhy every outcome is shaped by how you choose to respondA timely reminder for multifamily leaders: circumstances don't define you—your response does📌 If this message hits home, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs the reminder today.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!

This episode is brought to you by [https://www.ElevateOS.com](https://www.elevateos.com/) —the only all-in-one community operating system.Looking for a silver bullet to boost NOI?It’s not PropTech.It’s not bonuses.It’s not commissions.In this episode, Mike Brewer shares the real secret behind lasting operational success: habits, disciplines, and routines. That’s it. Boring? Maybe. Effective? Without a doubt.Here’s what you’ll take away:Why the most profitable properties are boring on purposeHow lazy leadership kills value with short-term bribesWhat it means to codify and measure habitsWhy “throwing money at problems” undermines your team and your NOIHow to reward performance the right way—through thoughtful, intentional systemsIf you’re in this business to create value—not chaos—this one’s for you.📌 Smash that like button, hit subscribe, and share this with a peer who's still chasing shiny objects.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!

This episode is brought to you by [https://www.ElevateOS.com](https://www.elevateos.com/) —the only all-in-one community operating system.Looking for a silver bullet to boost NOI?It’s not PropTech.It’s not bonuses.It’s not commissions.In this episode, Mike Brewer shares the real secret behind lasting operational success: habits, disciplines, and routines. That’s it. Boring? Maybe. Effective? Without a doubt.Here’s what you’ll take away:Why the most profitable properties are boring on purposeHow lazy leadership kills value with short-term bribesWhat it means to codify and measure habitsWhy “throwing money at problems” undermines your team and your NOIHow to reward performance the right way—through thoughtful, intentional systemsIf you’re in this business to create value—not chaos—this one’s for you.📌 Smash that like button, hit subscribe, and share this with a peer who's still chasing shiny objects.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!

This episode is brought to you by [https://www.ElevateOS.com](https://www.elevateos.com/) —the only all-in-one community operating system.If you’re serious about the future of leasing, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.Mike Brewer sits down with Jacob Carter, founder and CEO of NurtureBoss—a PropTech innovator shaking up the way we think about lead engagement and resident retention in multifamily.With deep roots in software engineering and a sharp eye for scalable solutions, Jacob brings technical chops and visionary thinking to the forefront. Together, we explore:The role of AI in multifamily today and tomorrowHow automation is improving the leasing experience—for teams and residentsJacob’s founder journey and leadership insightsWhat’s next in PropTech and where smart money is goingThis is more than a buzzword breakdown. It’s a peek behind the curtain of one of the fastest-evolving corners of our industry.📌 Like what you hear? Hit subscribe, give it a like, and share this episode with someone who’s ready to lead in the era of AI.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!

This episode is brought to you by https://www.ElevateOS.com —the only all-in-one community operating system.The Multifamily landscape is moving fast—and today’s headlines prove it.In this August 4 edition, Mike Brewer breaks down the top five industry shifts you need to understand right now. Whether you’re operating on the ground or sitting in the C-suite, these trends are reshaping the way we lease, build, and invest.Here’s what’s making waves:Micro Units Surge – Seattle and Denver see 15% higher yields on small footprints. Could this be the return of density economics?Blockchain-Based Leasing – RealPage says 20% cost cuts are here for the taking. Smart operators are already diving in.Labor Costs Spike – CBRE highlights a 7% jump that’s slowing construction and squeezing supply. Less build means tighter rent dynamics.Phoenix’s C-Class Comeback – Yardi Matrix notes a 25% surge in C-class pricing. Price discovery is back—and favoring sellers.Miami’s Luxury Market Wobbles – NMHC warns of spiking vacancies (15%+). The shine might be fading at the top end.📌 If this format is adding value, give it a thumbs up, subscribe, and share it with someone in your network. Every morning we bring you the insights you can act on.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!

This episode is brought to you by https://www.ElevateOS.com —the only all-in-one community operating system.Here’s a question we don’t ask often enough:What do you want from life?Not cars. Not bags. Not titles.We’re talking about character.In today’s heartfelt episode, Mike Brewer challenges professionals—especially those in the multifamily space—to pause and reflect on what truly matters. This isn’t about hustle culture or your next acquisition. It’s about the internal compass guiding your leadership, relationships, and purpose.We explore:Why intentional reflection trumps reactionHow integrity and resourcefulness shape your professional identityThe danger of letting the world define your valuesWhy deciding what you want changes everythingThe quiet power of focused thought and intentionIf you’re in property management, investment, or any corner of the business world, this message is for you. Because the buildings we manage matter—but the people we become matter more.📌 If this resonates, hit that like button, subscribe, and share it with someone who could use a moment of clarity.For more engaging content, explore our offerings at the[https://www.multifamilycollective.com](https://www.multifamilycollective.com/) and the [https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com](https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com/)Join us to stay informed and inspired in the multifamily industry!