Utility Wisdom

8 Climate Hazards Multifamily Investors Should Be Screening For

In this episode of Utility Wisdom, we break down the 8 key climate hazards impacting multifamily real estate—from rising heat and heavy precipitation to floods, wildfires, and coastal risk. Learn how to distinguish between gradual operational stress and high-impact events, and why not all risks carry the same weight across your portfolio.

The ROAD to Housing Act What It Means for Supply, Renters, and Operators

The ROAD to Housing Act aims to tackle affordability, but will it actually lead to more housing? In this episode of Utility Wisdom, we explore what’s inside the bill, how it could impact housing supply, and why capital, policy, and execution all play a role in what ultimately gets built.

Vacant Cost Recovery (VCR): The Complete 2026 Guide

In this episode of Utility Wisdom, we unpack Vacant Cost Recovery (VCR) and how billing gaps from delayed service transfers or early disconnects can quietly erode NOI. Learn how to spot recoverable charges, avoid “vacant theft,” and use automation to catch issues early. If you’re not actively managing utility billing during move-ins and move-outs, there’s likely money being left on the table.

Senior Living Runs on Care (And Careful Utility Management)

Senior living teams are built around care, not administration. This Utility Wisdom episode looks at how utilities quietly add operational strain in senior living communities and what a more structured approach can change.

Compliance Under the New Administration

The language around ESG may be changing. The work is not. This Utility Wisdom episode looks at how companies are navigating shifting federal policy while staying aligned with state, local, and market-driven expectations.