The multifamily market is evolving, and 2025 presents bothchallenges and opportunities for investors, owners, and operators.Greg Willett, Chief Economist at LeaseLock, joinsAndrew Bowen, SVP at LeaseLock, to break down the latest market fundamentals, rent growth predictions, and the increasing challenges indata transparency that could impact investment strategies.

Key topics include:

• Market Trends & 2025 Rent Growth Expectations – Is a market rebound coming, or will economic headwinds continue? Hear what’s drivingregional market differences and whysupply & demand shifts are reshaping strategy.

• Investment Risks & Capital Markets – Withinstitutional investors hesitant, where are the biggest opportunities? Discover what’s drivingdecision-making hesitation and howFOMO could shape deals in 2025.

• Data Transparency & Risk Management – Withthird-party market data facing scrutiny, how will investors and operators adjust? Learn howchanging data access and definitions impact underwriting.

• Multifamily Supply Pipeline & Forecasting Challenges – A slowdown innew deliveries could shift the market landscape by 2026. Find out whycurrent investment positioning matters now more than ever.

Fromrent expectations tocapital markets hesitation, this episode deliversactionable insights that help youstay ahead of the curve in multifamily real estate.

🎧Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or LeaseLock.com/Unscripted.

Presented by LeaseLock

Unscripted is presented byLeaseLock, the leading lease insurance provider transforming the rental housing industry.Host Andrew Bowen, SVP of LeaseLock, sits down with top experts and industry leaders to explore the biggest trends impacting multifamily housing.

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Created and Presented by LeaseLock, Inc.

Host: Andrew Bowen, LeaseLock

Executive Producer: Jonas Dominique, LeaseLock

Graphics and Artwork by Tricia Principe

Producer / Editor: ⁠Jaime Livas

Ahead of the NMHC Annual Meeting and before the launch of Unscripted Season 2, we’re bringing you an exclusive conversation designed to jumpstart your year with data-driven insights and predictions.

Host Andrew Bowen, SVP at LeaseLock, is joined by Jeremy Thomason, Managing Principal at Convolo Capital, to discuss the results of a groundbreaking survey of multifamily executives and asset management leaders.

In this special feature, Andrew and Jeremy unpack actionable data from top multifamily leaders, revealing what the industry is thinking, prioritizing, and planning for 2025.

View the full report using this link: https://connect.leaselock.com/2025-outlook

Topics covered in this episode include:

• The top challenges and opportunities multifamily executives see for the year ahead.

• How economic and regulatory pressures are shaping rent pricing, asset valuation, and investment strategies
• The expanding role of AI, centralization, and specialization in optimizing operations.
• Advocacy’s role in addressing housing affordability and supply issues—and why it’s critical now more than ever.

If you’re looking for a clear understanding of where the multifamily industry is headed and want to align your strategies with actionable insights from top executives, this is the perfect episode to kick off your year.

Presented By LeaseLock!

LeaseLock is redefining the future of rental housing with deposit replacement and rent payment insurance solutions that reduce bad debt, streamline operations, and create a better experience for both residents and operators. By leveraging data and cutting-edge technology, LeaseLock empowers multifamily providers to unlock value and deliver innovative solutions that transform the way communities lease and live.

Discover how LeaseLock is reshaping the rental experience at www.leaselock.com.

Created and Presented by LeaseLock, Inc.

Host: Andrew Bowen, LeaseLock

Executive Producer: Jonas Dominique, LeaseLock

Graphics and Artwork by Tricia Principe

Producer / Editor: ⁠Jaime Livas

Join us for the final episode of Season 1 of Unscripted, where we reflect on the incredible journey of our first season. Host Andrew Bowen, SVP at LeaseLock, revisits pivotal moments from our conversations with thought leaders, including Kevin Donnelly of RETTC, Jennifer Staciokas of Western Wealth Communities, Brandy Daniel of BH Management, and many more.

In this season recap, we explore the ideas and discussions that defined Season 1:

• How advocacy is transforming housing and tech, with Kevin Donnelly.

• Strategies for fostering company culture and leadership with Trina Williams of Willow Bridge.

• The importance of resident experience and operational excellence with Whitney Kidd of The Price Companies.

• Game-changing innovations, from artificial intelligence to deposit alternatives, and their impact on multifamily housing.

Discover the passion, creativity, and forward-thinking that make the multifamily industry so extraordinary. Whether you’re a housing provider, tech innovator, or industry advocate, this recap celebrates the ideas that matter most.

Created and Presented by LeaseLock, Inc.

Host: Andrew Bowen, LeaseLock

Executive Producer: Jonas Dominique, LeaseLock

Graphics and Artwork by Tricia Principe

Producer / Editor: ⁠Jaime Livas

In Episode 11 of Unscripted, Andrew Bowen, SVP of LeaseLock, connects with Kevin Donnelly, Executive Director and Chief Advocacy Officer at the Real Estate Technology and Transformation Center (RETTC). Fresh off RETTC’s launch at OpTech, Kevin discusses the organization’s mission to leverage technology as a force for good in real estate, improving housing affordability and resident outcomes.

They explore RETTC’s focus on three pillars: peer-to-peer engagement, year-round convening, and advocacy, emphasizing why tech is pivotal in addressing the industry's biggest challenges. Kevin shares insights on building bridges between policymakers and the multifamily industry, highlighting the urgent need for industry-wide collaboration to tackle regulatory complexities and drive innovation.

“The time for people to sit on the back bench has passed. We need active advocates on the field at every level of government.” - Kevin Donnelly

Tune in to hear how RETTC is transforming real estate technology and learn actionable steps to get involved in advocacy for the future of housing.

Created and Presented by LeaseLock, Inc.

Host: Andrew Bowen, LeaseLock

Executive Producer: Jonas Dominique, LeaseLock

Graphics and Artwork by Tricia Principe

Producer / Editor: ⁠Jaime Livas

In Episode 10 of Unscripted, Andrew Bowen, SVP of LeaseLock, sits down with Trina Williams, Vice President of Operations and Performance at Willow Bridge Property Company. With a 24-year career at Willow Bridge (formerly Lincoln Property Company), Trina shares her journey from assistant manager to VP and the unique culture that kept her with the same organization for over two decades.

They discuss the challenges and strategies behind the rebranding of Lincoln to Willow Bridge, the importance of fostering a supportive company culture, and how technology can enhance—not replace—human connections in multifamily operations. Whether you’re curious about rebranding, career longevity, or the intersection of culture and technology, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

About LeaseLock:

LeaseLock is the leading insurtech platform for multifamily housing, eliminating the need for security deposits and providing superior protection for both renters and property owners. With LeaseLock, renters experience a simpler move-in process, while operators achieve better protection, increased occupancy, and reduced administrative overhead. By transforming the rental housing model, LeaseLock is making renting better for everyone.

Learn more at LeaseLock.com.

Created and Presented by LeaseLock, Inc.

Host: Andrew Bowen, LeaseLock

Executive Producer: Jonas Dominique, LeaseLock

Graphics and Artwork by Tricia Principe

Producer / Editor: ⁠Jaime Livas

In Episode 9 of Unscripted, Andrew Bowen, SVP of LeaseLock, sits down with Brandy Daniel, Chief Data Officer at BH Management, for an insightful conversation on the balance between IQ and EQ in multifamily leadership. They explore how the industry overindexes on one or the other, the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, and how to measure its impact in an organization.

Brandy also shares her bold predictions for the future of multifamily tech, including the transformative potential of augmented reality for leasing, maintenance, and renovations. From engagement surveys to fostering psychological safety in teams, this episode is packed with actionable insights for leaders looking to innovate and inspire.

About LeaseLock:

LeaseLock is the leading insurtech platform for multifamily housing, eliminating the need for security deposits and providing superior protection for both renters and property owners. With LeaseLock, renters experience a simpler move-in process, while operators achieve better protection, increased occupancy, and reduced administrative overhead. By transforming the rental housing model, LeaseLock is making renting better for everyone.

Learn more at LeaseLock.com.

Created and Presented by LeaseLock, Inc.

Host: Andrew Bowen, LeaseLock

Executive Producer: Jonas Dominique, LeaseLock

Graphics and Artwork by Tricia Principe

Producer / Editor: ⁠Jaime Livas

In the eighth episode of Unscripted, Andrew Bowen, host and Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at LeaseLock, tackles a provocative question: Are security deposits dead? Reflecting on a recent conversation with a multifamily executive, Andrew examines the evolution of security deposits, the challenges they pose for both operators and residents, and why they may no longer be the best solution in modern rental housing.

From the growing risks of bad debt and operational burdens to the barriers deposits create for prospective renters, Andrew makes the case for a new approach to eliminate deposits. He breaks down how this model provides better protection for owners, simplifies operations for teams, and removes financial obstacles for renters—creating a win-win solution for all parties. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the future of risk management in multifamily.

About LeaseLock:

LeaseLock is the leading insurtech platform for multifamily housing, eliminating the need for security deposits and providing superior protection for both renters and property owners. With LeaseLock, renters experience a simpler move-in process, while operators achieve better protection, increased occupancy, and reduced administrative overhead. By transforming the rental housing model, LeaseLock is making renting better for everyone.

Learn more at LeaseLock.com.

Created and Presented by LeaseLock, Inc.

Host: Andrew Bowen, LeaseLock

Executive Producer: Jonas Dominique, LeaseLock

Graphics and Artwork by Tricia Principe

Producer / Editor: ⁠Jaime Livas

In Episode 7 of Unscripted, host Andrew Bowen connects with Whitney Kidd, Senior VP of Innovation and Technology at The Preiss Company, live from OPTECH 2024. Whitney shares the inspiring story behind The W Collective, a movement focused on empowering women across multifamily and student housing. Together, they discuss the group’s initiatives, like advocating for family leave and increasing visibility for women leaders, and Whitney’s passion for fostering inclusion in the industry.

Whitney also dives into the transformative potential of AI for middle-market operators, offering a vision of how technology can bridge data gaps and provide critical insights, previously accessible only to larger operators. Packed with forward-thinking ideas, this episode provides a unique look at how innovation and inclusion are shaping the future of multifamily.

About LeaseLock:

LeaseLock is the leading insurtech platform for multifamily housing, eliminating the need for security deposits and providing superior protection for both renters and property owners. With LeaseLock, renters experience a simpler move-in process, while operators achieve better protection, increased occupancy, and reduced administrative overhead. By transforming the rental housing model, LeaseLock is making renting better for everyone.

Learn more at LeaseLock.com.

Show Notes

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/whitneykiddtechnology/

E-Mail: [email protected]

W. Collective Private Linkedin Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12650630/

Created and Presented by LeaseLock, Inc.

Host: Andrew Bowen, LeaseLock

Executive Producer: Jonas Dominique, LeaseLock

Graphics and Artwork by Tricia Principe

Producer / Editor: ⁠Jaime Livas

In this special episode of Unscripted, recorded live at OPTECH 2024 in National Harbor, MD, host Andrew Bowen from LeaseLock dives into a deep discussion with fellow podcast hosts and industry leaders Mike Wolber (Chief Sales Officer, Apartment List), Devin Wirt (Co-founder & CEO, Connexus Living), and Dom Beveridge (Principal, 20 for 20). The conversation revolves around mastering LinkedIn as a tool for business growth and overcoming the challenges of ego in consuming thought leadership. The guests share practical advice on content creation, balancing value with engagement, and refining social media strategies to make the most of LinkedIn's potential. This episode is packed with actionable tips, from embracing progress over perfection to strategically handling connection requests.

About LeaseLock:

LeaseLock is the leading insurtech platform for multifamily housing, eliminating the need for security deposits and providing superior protection for both renters and property owners. With LeaseLock, renters experience a simpler move-in process, while operators achieve better protection, increased occupancy, and reduced administrative overhead. By transforming the rental housing model, LeaseLock is making renting better for everyone.

Learn more at LeaseLock.com.

Learn more about Mike Wolber:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikewolber/

[email protected]

Learn more about Devin Wirt:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/devin-wirt-203aa3a/

https://theadvisoryexperts.com/

Learn more about Dom Beveridge:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dombeveridge/

[email protected]

Created and Presented by LeaseLock, Inc.

Host: Andrew Bowen, LeaseLock

Executive Producer: Jonas Dominique, LeaseLock

Graphics and Artwork by Tricia Principe

Producer / Editor: ⁠Jaime Livas

In this episode of Unscripted, host Andrew Bowen welcomes Chris Lema, CEO of Motivation AI, for a thought-provoking conversation on the evolving landscape of multifamily operations. With over a decade of friendship, Andrew and Chris dive deep into the importance of virtualizing on-site teams, rethinking personnel and position fit, and leading teams based on individual motivation profiles—a unique specialty of Motivation AI. Recorded during CaboPress, Chris’s personal mastermind conference in Cabo San Lucas, this casual yet impactful discussion offers fresh insights into how motivation-driven leadership can reshape multifamily operations. Whether you're navigating team management or interested in new operational models, this episode is packed with actionable advice from one of the brightest minds in business.

About LeaseLock:

LeaseLock is the leading insurtech platform for multifamily housing, eliminating the need for security deposits and providing superior protection for both renters and property owners. With LeaseLock, renters experience a simpler move-in process, while operators achieve better protection, increased occupancy, and reduced administrative overhead. By transforming the rental housing model, LeaseLock is making renting better for everyone.

Learn more at LeaseLock.com.

Show Notes:

Follow @ChisLema on Twitter

Website: https://motivationcode.com/

Personal Website: https://chrislema.com

Created and Presented by LeaseLock, Inc.

Host: Andrew Bowen, LeaseLock

Executive Producer: Jonas Dominique, LeaseLock

Graphics and Artwork by Tricia Principe

Producer / Editor: ⁠Jaime Livas