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NAA owner/operator members can receive a group discount rate for Apartmentalize 2023 when registering through us. 

In this issue of The ApartMentor President's Pen _3rd 4th Qtr 2023 Upcoming Education & Events New Members Copper...

At the time that I am writing this, the TAA just held a fantastic Casino Night, our PAC is closing in on our 2023 goal of $33,000.00 and a new...

Watch the Xcel Rise & Grind Series panel discussion titled Back to the Basics.

TAA's 2024 Membership Dues

Request for Proposals (RFP) - Downtown Rental Housing Development Submission With Addendum Due August 25 RFP Due on Friday, August 25 at 4:00...

In this issue of The ApartMentor President's Pen Upcoming Education & Events Government Affairs New...

“Leadership is not about titles, positions or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.” - John C. Maxwell. The TAA...

I recently attended an exceptional session provided by the Triangle Apartment Association (TAA), entitled “Maximize...

Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom from enslavement of African-Americans in the US in 1865. Today, it can also include a celebration of...

Wellness Wednesday – May 31 Take a Mental Health Break! 11:11amIn our final installment of Wellness Wednesday, the DEI...

About the RFP The City is seeking proposals for the development of rental housing on two City-owned lots to be made available through a long-term...

In this issue of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Highlights from 2022 Upcoming Education & Events NLOL/TAAEF...

Advocacy, the Key Ingredient As a member of the Triangle Apartment Association (TAA), you have access to some of the...

Last fall, the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) announced plans for a new case management system called Odyssey Integrated...

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has funding available to support the installation of Electric Vehicle Charging...

The City of Raleigh’s Housing & Neighborhoods Department announces the availability of approximately $18 million in Rental Development...

Wednesday night, Chapel Hill Town Council approved changes to the Town’s Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) that shortens the development...

After months of candidate commercials and endless mailers, Election 2022 is finally over! While votes are still being counted in a few places around...

Small Scale Rental Development NOFA The City of Raleigh’s Housing & Neighborhoods Department announces the availability of $2 million in...

Wake County Lands Multimillion Dollar Partners for Initiative to Save Existing Affordable Housing Some of the largest banks in America have now...

TAA-PAC is proud to endorse a number of candidates across the Triangle in their elections this fall. These candidates share our...

“Leadership is not about titles, positions or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.” - John C. Maxwell. The TAA...

PDF available here! 2023 Dues Invoices will be sent in December and are due by January 1, 2023. Supplier $606 Triangle Government Alliance...

Have you ever heard the saying, “respect is earned, not given”? Well, it speaks to how people want to be treated, including team members...

It's no secret there's a shortage of affordable homes in Wake County, but our Lease 2 Home program is working to change this!

TAA-PAC in conjunction with NAAPAC is pleased to announce the Summer Beach Prize Pack Sweepstakes!

The National Apartment Association recognizes Residential Property Management week July 18-22

NAA Announces 2022 Top Employers Award Winners

The Apartmentor, June 2022 Issue 2 In this issue of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Trade Show and Battle of the Baskets Winners Legal...

Appreciate and Celebrate your Teams! As we near the halfway point of 2022, there are so many things that I am able to look back and be thankful...

How much do you know about the CAPS Credential Program?

A record 20.5 million jobs were lost in April 2020, and the unemployment rate soared to 14.7% due to the coronavirus. What does this mean for the...

TAA's Membership Committee created the This is Us series to showcase the lasting friendships that can grow when working together as volunteers at TAA.

The TAA Trade Show REGROUP: Get the Band Back Together! was a reunion tour we won't soon forget!

TAA's Membership Committee created the This is Us series to showcase the lasting friendships that can grow when working together as volunteers at TAA.

Where can you serve? Local boards and committees have vacancies and could use your industry knowledge!

Tips on Time Management Time management is one of the most discussed topics from self-help gurus. We’ve been told to make lists and get...

In this issue of the ApartMentor: President's Pen February Dinner Meeting & Board Installation Highlights Legal Issues Article: Fraud in...

The New Normal and What’s In Store for TAA in 2022 As this is my first entry as the President of the Triangle Apartment Association (TAA), I...

Wake County has launched a new initiative to help expand the pool of affordable housing available, while also bringing financial benefits to the...

The Building Code Council (BCC) voted unanimously this week to maintain the effective date of July 1, 2022 for the updated valet trash receptacles...

The Benefits of Listening “You can open your ears or your mouth, but not both at the same time” (Mattson, 68). The CEO of Sandler...

On Wednesday, January 12, Legal Aid of North Carolina and the City of Durham launched the Durham Rent Relief Program, which provides rental and...

House Wake! Application Period Closing After helping more than 3,800 households avoid eviction, the House Wake! COVID-19 Financial Assistance...

The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new. ~Socrates

December 2021

December 2021

Home for the holidays? Please help us by donating two units to a family in need.

TAA's Membership Committee created the This is Us series to showcase the lasting friendships that can grow when working together as volunteers at TAA.

FDCPA: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Rules from AANC Gen. Counsel, Norm Praet, and AANC Board member, Chris Loebsack

TAA's Membership Committee created the This is Us series to showcase the lasting friendships that can grow when working together as volunteers at TAA.

TAA's Membership Committee created the This is Us series to showcase the lasting friendships that can grow when working together as volunteers at TAA.

Last Tuesday brought an unusual election cycle to a close with a number of local communities holding elections for Town Council. Due to...

We're looking for Future Leaders | Are you ready to serve? 2022-2023 NLOL & TAAEF Leadership Opportunities: Call for Applications

TAA's Membership Committee created the This is Us series to showcase the lasting friendships that can grow when working together as volunteers at TAA.

Stories about TAA Members doing business with TAA Members.

Last week, the Wake County Board of Commissioners approved a $10.5 million loan and multi-year contract with Self-Help Ventures Fund to preserve...

On Tuesday, the Raleigh City Council took another big step forward in addressing housing affordability when it passed TC-17-20, which takes the...

Take a deep breath. Straighten your jacket, wipe your palms on your pants, and open the door: you have a job interview today! The exciting, dreaded,...

Stories about TAA Members doing business with TAA Members.

PDF available here! 2022 Dues Increase Invoices will be sent in December and are due by January 1, 2022. Supplier $600 (renew) $610...

The Durham Department of Social Services (DDS) announced today that Durham residents seeking emergency rental assistance will have until October 4th...

The House Wake! COVID-19 Financial Assistance Program announced today a number of changes which will make it easier for residents in need to access...

TAA-PAC is proud to endorse a number of candidates across the Triangle in their elections this fall. These candidates share our...

Stories highlighting TAA Members doing business with other TAA Members.

September 2021

In this issue of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Trade Show Information Legal Issues: NAA Lawsuit Recaps include: After Work Networking, Summer...

“Leadership is not about titles, positions or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.” - John C. Maxwell. The TAA...

How do you usually feel when you are about to speak in front of a crowd? Does your heart start to race or palms start to sweat? Do you find a way to...

Late last night, the US Supreme Court issued an eight-page majority opinion blocking the Biden administration from enforcing the temporary ban on...

Stories about TAA members doing business with other TAA members.

NCORR Report

THE House Chamber recently passed their version of the state budget

Stories about TAA members doing business with other TAA members.

Orange County will reinstate its indoor countywide mask mandate effective 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 11. The mandate will apply to anyone 2 years and...

Emerging Leaders: Interested in Leadership Lyceum?

Last week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a new temporary eviction moratorium for areas with high or substantial levels of...

CPO Frequently Asked Questions

Durham City and County officials announced over the weekend that in response to the rising cases of COVID-19 largely resulting from the Delta...

Orange County Housing ready to help residents in need of assistance With federal and state COVID-related eviction moratorium programs having...

The National Apartment Association is taking legal action to recover damages housing providers suffered under the CDC’s eviction...

HOPE Program now accepting tenant referrals from landlords, increasing assistance The Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE)...

Stories about TAA Members doing business with TAA Members.

Stories about TAA Members doing business with TAA Members.

Last week, Raleigh became the latest in a growing trend of cities moving to end exclusionary zoning practices when they passed TC-5-20. The text...

On July 2nd Governor Cooper signed S644! Under North Carolina law, the Governor must sign or veto legislation within 10 days once received from the...

Stories about TAA Members doing business with TAA Members.

Late yesterday, Governor Cooper announced that the North Carolina Council of State had voted against authorizing the extension of Executive Order...

Stories about TAA Members doing business with TAA Members.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have announced an extension of its eviction moratorium order through July 31, 2021.

We are hosting a Summer Book Drive and need your help!

June 2021

June 2021

The NC HOPE Program is now live! The relaunch of the program will be dedicated to the allocation of the $1.1 billion Emergency Rental Assistance...

Johnston County has been awarded the CARES Act for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to assist Johnston County citizens who qualify with...

In recent months, properties in the area have seen an increase in the number of fraudulent applications from perspective residents. Many of these...

Durham residents who are behind on their rents and facing evictions due to the COVID19 pandemic will soon be able to apply for financial help to...

Think of the best manager you have ever worked with: what is it that made this person so good to work with? Were they easy to talk to? Did they give...

Danielle Butler joins TAA team as Executive Director of New Lease on Life and the TAA Education Foundation

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has extended the national ban on evictions through the end of June. The eviction ban had been...

TAA would like to thank everyone that had an interest in serving on its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Task Force and submitted a form....

The City of Durham and Durham County are partnering to launch a new Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) utilizing federal COVID relief...

Wake County, the City of Raleigh, Telamon Corporation and Legal Aid of NC have launched another rental and utility assistance program through the...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen TAA, TAAEF & NLOL Board Installation Recap TAA Committees: What Motivates Volunteers...

Where did the first two months of 2021 go? Is it just me or is time flying like it never has before?? It‘s incredibly ironic that this comes...

Throughout my career in customer service, I have heard many quotes that helped shape my style of customer service. One that particularly resonated...

The Department of Treasury has published a revised version of their Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program...

DEI Task Force – Volunteers Needed! The Triangle Apartment Association (TAA) is forming a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force. The...

For most, entering a new market with your product or service is intimidating, regardless of how much confidence you have in your offering. There are...

How often do you automatically respond with, “I have been so busy” when someone asks how you’re doing? In today’s modern...

Wake Board Approves $19.3 Million for Eviction Prevention, Utility Assistance Last night, the Wake County Board of Commissioners approved using...

Late yesterday, President Biden issued an Executive Order directing the CDC to extend its eviction moratorium through March 31. The current order...

Deadline to apply is February 5

Those behind on rent or facing a possible eviction now have more time to apply for assistance. The House Wake! COVID-19 Eviction Prevention Program...

Republicans and Democrats reached a deal today on COVID-19 relief legislation and an omnibus federal funding bill, which appears to include several...

Can you believe we made it through the longest year there ever was? While on one hand it feels like I was just sitting in a room with 400 of you...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen TAA Plugged In Recap Legal Issues: A Partial Pandemic Primer on Summary...

“When it comes to life the critical thing is whether you take things for granted or take them with gratitude.” G.K. Chesterton Dear TAA...

NC Courts will postpone non-essential, in-person court proceedings for 30 days, beginning Monday, December 14.

Less than One Month Left to Apply for Rental Assistance through House Wake!

Effective immediately, Wake County Courts will be temporarily closed and/or operating at reduced capacity, but they are currently accepting new case...

Financial Assistance (Last Updated 11/12/2020) If you know of any additional resources not listed, that should be, please contact us. General: Call...

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As much of the country continues to await election results, the dust has mostly settled in North Carolina and not a whole lot has changed. At the...

The AANC Rental Assistance Webinar focused on the latest rental assistance opportunities at the local, state, and national level. Learn more about...

From the Apartment Association of North Carolina Today, Governor Roy Cooper issued Executive Order 171 “Assisting North Carolinians At Risk...

Last night's "Featured Film. Food Trucks. Fun." outdoor movie night was a great success! With 74 cars and over 165 people, the parking lot started...

For both supplier partners and property management professionals alike, budget season can be an incredibly hectic and exciting time of the year....

This year, November 13 - 15, is TAA's Weekend of Service. Let's show our hearts for service by committing to an act of service now. We may not be...

The House Wake! Eviction Prevention Program seeks to prevent the displacement of Wake County renter households that suffered a loss of income as a...

Jump to: Marketing Best Practices Video Guides Event Deliverables: At the end of the event, exhibiting member companies will...

From the National Apartment Association... Dear NAA Members, Yesterday evening, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued...

Hello again from home! Who would have thought that we’d make it to the tail end of summer and still meeting virtually, homeschooling, and not...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Resident Relief Foundation Partnership Legal Issues: Liability in the Time of COVID When...

The global pandemic has forced industries across the globe to pivot and evolve to adapt to the “next normal”. However challenging and...

2020 has certainly not been the year we expected! All of us have had to pivot and navigate this new global pandemic reality. Like you, the...

TAA-PAC is proud to endorse a number of candidates across the Triangle in their elections this November. These candidates share our...

The Triangle Apartment Association has partnered with the Resident Relief Foundation (RRF) to provide emergency rental assistance for qualified...

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Contact: Communications Office Leah Holdren, Communications Specialist communications@wakegov.com, 919-623-4763...

“Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” ~ Warren Bennis TAA has multiple opportunities for members to...

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Our goal is for this article to serve as a resource while you prepare your budget(s) for next year. With the uncertainty of what 2021 will bring, we...

The residential property management (RPM) industry is stable and strong. Help us spread the word! Events throughout the month will provide...

This week Chief Justice Beasley modified and extended Emergency Directive 18, extending the requirement for landlords to file an affidavit...

Yesterday, Governor Cooper announced three programs designed to provide rental and utilities assistance for qualifying North Carolinians impacted by...

For Immediate Release: August 24, 2020 Colin Dunn 202/974-2370 cpdunn@nmhc.org NMHC Rent Payment Tracker Finds 90 Percent of Apartment Households...

TAA is engaged in conversations with government officials to advocate on behalf of the apartment industry and we need your help. Please take a few...

TAA's Public Relations and Community Outreach committee has organized many “Back to School” drives in recent years. We know that 2020...

Today is the day! Hear from 2020 TAA President Kelli Lea about celebrating Apartment Onsite Teams Day today. Use this chance to show your...

CARES Act Funding provides additional funding to public housing authorities

Over the last few months, the National Apartment Association has been sounding the alarm about a possible extension of the federal eviction...

Gov. Roy Cooper has signed Executive Order 155, extending North Carolina’s Safer at Home Phase 2 restrictions for an additional five weeks...

Attached you will find AANC’s FAQ pertaining to eviction moratorium and liability. Please utilize this document as a resource to navigate the...

During these times of unrest, it is paramount to the success of the rental housing industry that we are considerate and thoughtful toward each...

From the National Apartment Association Update: 7/31/2020 Dear NAA Members, Earlier this week, we alerted you to the introduction of the HEALS...

During these unprecedented times, it is more important than ever for housing providers and apartment residents to communicate with each other. To...

When I started my career in food and beverage 20 years ago, I quickly realized how much fun I could have just answering the phone. I know that this...

Join us in recognition of our apartment onsite teams, Wednesday, August 12 for Apartment Onsite Teams Day. We will be celebrating the vital rental...

From the National Apartment Association Companies are always seeking to avoid risk and replace manual processes, all while assuring a return on...

For Immediate Release: July 15, 2020 Colin Dunn 202/974-2370 cpdunn@nmhc.org NMHC Rent Payment Tracker Finds 87.6 Percent of Apartment Households...

The Raleigh City Council shot out of the gate earlier this year initiating reforms on a variety of land use and zoning issues only to see progress...

From the National Apartment Association At the end of July, federal resources helping so many apartment residents make their rent payments during...

Presented by Melissa D. White, Chiccorra Connor, Alexandra S. Jackiw, and Rommel Anacan Join the National Apartment Association (NAA) for a...

North Carolina's Governor has signed House Bill 118 and House Bill 902 into law. House Bill 118 provides immediate liability protection for all...

For Immediate Release:July 8, 2020 Colin Dunn202/974-2370cpdunn@nmhc.org NMHC Rent Payment Tracker Finds 77.4 Percent of Apartment Households Paid...

North Carolina's Governor has signed House Bill 118 and House Bill 902 into law. House Bill 118 provides immediate liability protection for all...

This message is from the National Apartment Association: Dear NAA Members, The U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R. 7301, the...

We are more than halfway through 2020! Where in the world did the time go? If you’re like me, then March-April felt like it was a whole year...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Pool Guidelines Legal Issues: Sex Discrimination Protections Extended to Sexual Orientation...

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the Enterprises) are allowing servicers to extend forbearance...

From the Triangle Community Coalition: Get involved in land-use decisions in your community! Serve on a local board or commission. The Board of...

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced today in Executive Order 147 that the state will remain in Phase Two for another three weeks while...

Chief Justice Beasley issued Emergency Directive 20 on June 20, 2020. Under this directive, summary ejectment and eviction hearings can be scheduled...

Maya Angelou, an American author, once said, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but...

In response to the growing number of COVID-19 cases within Wake County, the Town of Knightdale wants to do its part to curb the spread of the...

In an effort to curtail the spread of COVID-19, the City of Raleigh’s State of Emergency now includes the mandatory use of face coverings...

On Monday, June 15, 2020, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled that sexual orientation and gender identity are protected...

Orange County has extended its COVID-19-related state of emergency through Aug. 31 and has mandated the use of face coverings in many...

For those that could not attend AANC & Chris Loebsack's webinar on June 9, 2020, or those that attended and would like to watch again, below is...

For current AANC Lease users: The National Apartment Association (NAA) and the Apartment Association of North Carolina (AANC) are excited to...

If you've been considering getting your NAAEI Credential online, now is the time! This exclusive offer to receive 25% off is available for members...

As an association, we know our greatest strength lies in our diversity. We are committed to a membership community that is inclusive, diverse, and...

The National Apartment Association (NAA) is dedicated to helping our members build a culture where everyone feels respected, included, and valued....

We are excited to partner with the Community Empowerment Fund to promote its "OPERATION MOVE IN" program. Discover the benefits of partnering with...

The attached CARES Act affidavit was adopted by the Administrative Office of Courts pursuant to Emergency Directive 18 that was included in Chief...

Dear NAA Members, The events of the past week have been alarming to everyone. Our country is grappling with racial unrest, which is especially...

The Triangle Apartment Association (TAA) was formed over 35 years ago with a mission to represent the needs of its members in the rental housing...

Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 142 to extend the prohibition of utility shut-offs and implement a moratorium on evictions. The Order...

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Wake County Commissioners have allocated millions of dollars to fund the Wake Prevent! rental assistance...

On Wednesday, May 20, 2020, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy Cohen announced that...

COVID-19 has changed the landscape of our communities in ways we never could have imagined. While each of us has been affected, small and...

As a follow-up to the announcement of the AANC and NAA lease merger, to better assist users with this transition, NAA has made available a webinar...

This article was originally posted on Durham County's website and can be found here. Amended Order largely adopts the standards announced by...

This information was originally posted on NAA's website on 5/6/2020, here. If you are looking for a vendor supplier to assist in providing services...

COVID-19: Office and Amenity Reopening Supplies & Services The following TAA members offer products and services to help you reopen your offices...

The TAA Trade Show originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 29 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, November 18, 2020. The location and show hours...

By: Brownlee Whitlow & Praet, PLLC In this article, we touch on the potential liability of a property owners and operators (collectively...

This information is from the NC.gov website, here. North Carolina is taking, a three-phased approach – based on data from testing, tracing...

Last week, the Triangle Apartment Association organized a coalition of community groups and submitted a formal letter to the Wake County Board of...

Our 2020 TAA President, Kelli Lea, wants to share some exciting news about Wake County taking action on emergency housing assistance. Listen to what...

NAA is offering a sneak peek of its newest compliance solution, NAA Click & Comply, by releasing a Rent Relief form for property management...

From the National Apartment Association... The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted all aspects of daily life in the U.S. from how we work,...

Leasing professionals are the front line of communication between residents, prospects, and the office and maintenance staff. This central position...

This article was originally posted by the News & Obvserver on their website, here. Wake County will let its stay-at-home order end Thursday,...

The National Apartment Association (NAA) and the Apartment Association of North Carolina (AANC) are excited to announce the integration of the AANC...

Provided by the Apartment Association of North Carolina Dear North Carolina Tenants and Landlords, We understand COVID 19 has had a major impact on...

All of us at NAA hope you and your families are staying safe and well. COVID-19 continues to be an enormous challenge for our nation and our...

This week NLIHC (National Low Income Housing Coalition) provided interesting resources for tenant advocates that you may be interested in as...

Gov. Roy Cooper’s stay-home order remains in effect with new restrictions on crowd size inside stores and curbside/pickup operations. Last...

Findings mark an increase of 15 percentage points compared to last week's figuresThe NMHC Rent Payment Traacker is powered by Entrata, MRI Software,...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: Property Operations in the Time of COVID-19 Legal Issues; Affordable Housing 10...

When it came time to write this article, I spent so much time deciding what to write about. There is so much going on in the world right now that...

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

Raleigh Water is reminding people not to flush wipes of any kind down the toilet. Wipes clog pipes and lead to sewer spills. People are...

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act recently established the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a new $349 billion...

For Immediate Release: April 8, 2020 Colin Dunn 202/974-2370 cpdunn@nmhc.org NMHC Rent Payment Tracker Finds 12 Percentage Point Decrease in Share...

The following is an excerpt provided by the NC DPS Division of Emergency Management. Assistance for Small Businesses The Paycheck Protection...

NAA has released a best practices document on rent collection amid COVID-19. Read More

Length: 30 minutes NMHC's Emerging Leaders assess the near-term impacts on COVID-19 on transactions, investment, and operations for affordable...

For immediate release April 2, 2020 North Carolina Apartment Association3717 National Dr. Suite 215Raleigh, NC 27612 In response to the COVID-19...

Advocacy Talking Points about COVID-19 from AANC General The outbreak of COVID-19 undoubtedly has created a national health and financial crisis....

In case you missed it live, here is the recording of GCAA's Small Business Benefits in the CARES Act Webinar.

At a time when many renters are facing COVID-19-related financial hardships, this pre-recorded webinar by the National Multifamily Housing Council...

Visto now offers short webinars from NAA addressing critical challenges property management professionals are experiencing in the midst of COVID-19....

This information is as of 3/27/2020. Please visit each municipality's website for the most up-to-date information. Apex Clayton Durham ...

This is reposted from the National Apartment Association's website. View the original post here. Today, Congress passed H.R. 748, the Coronavirus...

The following counties in our area have enacted a Stay-at-Home Order for all city residents to further help stop the spread of this virus. North...

This article is reposted from NAA's website, the original article can be found here. The National Apartment Association (NAA) has been tirelessly...

Many of you have been asking "Do we count as an essential business? What happens if there's a shelter-in-place?AANC sent a letter to Governor Cooper...

If you missed the webinar on March 24, 2020. Watch it here:

Any vendor in the multifamily market will quickly realize there are certain patterns pertaining to the bid process. It can sometimes be confusing...

If you missed the webinar on March 20, 2020. Watch it here:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rental Housing Industry Response to COVID-19 & Court Restrictions North Carolina, March 18, 2020 – In a memo...

In a memo released Sunday, North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley expanded a list of new restrictions on courthouse activity that...

NATIONAL The Residential Building Permit Trend Report for the Southeast can be found here. REGIONAL Hub RTP will be the new face of Research...

March 13, 2020 Beginning March 16, all in-person TAA classes and events through March 31 will be postponed or canceled. When possible, we will host...

Like you, TAA is concerned about the occurrence of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). First and foremost, the health and safety of our staff, membership...

Many teachers use their own money to purchase their classroom supplies and are not reimbursed. Help local teachers stock their classrooms by...

Updated: 3/24/2020 We will continue to update this page as information becomes available. Please check back frequently for new updates. Please...

Attending a Trade Show as an exhibitor is a very different experience than attending as a regular attendee. Whether this is your first trade show...

STATE The General Assembly has adjourned until April. The legislature was able to accomplish some important things during the long session, but...

According to U.S. News & World Report, the failure rate for New Year's resolutions is believed to be around 80%, and most lose their resolve by...

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released new Guidance regarding Sevice/Support Animals. Is this what we were waiting...

Grads of Life and the Triangle Apartment Association are partnering to bring a new wave of Maintenance Technicians to the Triangle Area. Maintenance...

I am completely humbled and honored to serve as your 2020 Triangle Apartment Association President. This association is like no other in the state,...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues Article 2020 Membership Meeting & Board Installation Recap 2020 Trade...

Fair Housing law is complicated and continually evolving throughout the United States and in North Carolina as well. Most of the members of...

STATE Unemployment Stats: The state’s seasonally adjusted November unemployment rate was 3.8%, decreasing 0.2% from October’s revised...

The NAA Education Institute (NAAEI) reached out to us this past fall, with the hope of partnering to re-do the Residential Property Management...

Wake County has recently completed its quadrennial property revaluation process. What does this mean? As a result of this process, the overall value...

Have you ever had a project’s final price be higher than expected, without a change order, or ended up with a finished product that...

STATE State lawmakers concluded business for the year on Friday, November 15, and will not return to session until January 14, 2020. The...

The North Carolina Building Code Council voted unanimously to amend the state fire code to include recognition of door-step trash collection from...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: Data Privacy and Protections 35th Anniversary Celebration Recap 2020...

They say time flies when you are having fun and I cannot believe how quickly this year has gone by. It feels like I was just being sworn in at the...

Reports of data breaches are so frequent in the news that we, as a society, are becoming de-sensitized to them. Based on a recent review, the author...

The photos from our 35th Anniversary are live now! Event photos Portraits Password: portraits35

TAA's 2020 Sponsorship and Advertising Opportunities, including 2020 Business Partner packages, are live now. You must be logged in to TAA's website...

Interested in what the TAA Calendar looks like for 2020? Check this out! Dates and information subject to change without notice. As details and...

Last Tuesday, residents of Raleigh went to the polls to vote on municipal candidates in a change election for the future of the city. At odds were...

Congratulations to our 2019 Golf Tournament Contest and Trophy winners! Contest Winners Longest Drive Men – Jeffrey Albritton Longest Drive...

Earlier this morning we hosted an Info Session Webinar about our Unit Renovation Project with A New Lease on Life and Family Promise of Wake County....

Year after year apartment communities are affected by fires that cause significant property loss and damage, and force families to relocate. The two...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: What does immigration status have to do with Fair Housing laws? CFC...

“HVAC Certified” is a term being used by both employers and job seekers as an important and essential job qualification in our industry....

In honor of our 35th Anniversary, we asked TAA President April Vasta some questions about her time in the industry, what changes she’s seen,...

All dates below are for 2020. Class availability, dates, and pricing are subject to change without notice. Download PDF NAAEI Credential...

Over the last few years, a number of towns and cities across the region have increasingly come to realize they are facing a serious housing...

In case you missed it - here is this week's ENews! August...

On Tuesday, August 6, the Triangle Apartment Association Political Action Committee's Board of Trustees voted to endorse candidates in municipal...

On Tuesday, August 6, the Triangle Apartment Association Political Action Committee's Board of Trustees voted to endorse candidates in municipal...

On Tuesday, August 6, the Triangle Apartment Association Political Action Committee's Board of Trustees voted to endorse candidates in municipal...

n Tuesday, August 6, the Triangle Apartment Association Political Action Committee's Board of Trustees voted to endorse candidates in municipal...

Have you ever received an email (like the one below) offering to sell you an event attendee or membership list? This article will give you a little...

Technology serves a dual purpose in the multifamily market. On the front end, automation that makes for a more seamless living experience is taking...

Did you know you can register for a class or event on TAA's website AND be able to invoice your property or company? First, make sure you are logged...

Last year, a legislative survey was circulated to TAA Membership seeking out their top legislative priorities. The overwhelming response to that...

Do you ever have those days where you feel like everything is coming at you from all directions and you feel out of control? Matt Easton, known...

"The task of the leader is to get his (her) people from where they are to where they have not been." – Henry Kissinger TAA has multiple...

When most people think of the Fair Housing Act* (the “Act”) with respect to handicap, they think about requests for accommodations or...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: More Than Accommodations and Modifications - FHA Accessibility...

I’m pretty lucky to work for a company that really invests in its employees. Several years ago, Blue Ridge Companies created what is now a...

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This information was originally released in the E-News email distributed on 6/4/2019. Adara Alexander Place, a 202-unit property in Raleigh, was...

When a property goes through a renovation, they always do a test unit before starting the full project, to make sure everyone is happy with the...

Getting Around The Legislative Building is located at 16 W. Jones Street and is known as the Legislative Building (LB on the schedule). It has...

The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a 1/2 inch metallic green beetle, recently found in North Carolina. This destructive beetle was first detected in the...

Last night, we received our first big win of the year at the North Carolina General Assembly as H.880: “Landlord/Tenant Changes” passed...

This information was originally released in the E-News email distributed on 5/7/2019. Magnolia Pointe Apartment Homes, a 266-unit property in...

A New Lease on Life (NLOL) is beginning a project to renovate the 12 transitional housing units owned by our agency partner, Family Promise of Wake...

Pictured: TAA's Government Affairs Director Dustin Engelken accepted the Wake County Tobacco-Free Community Impact Award on behalf of the Triangle...

Thank you to all the attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors who made our 2019 Trade Show such a success! View Photo Album Trade Show Winners! $500...

Not every student gets to start the new school year with a fresh set of materials. Help us help set them up for success with a PACKed backpack of...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: Good News for Evictions Fees! 5 Tips to Avoid Fair Housing Mistakes 2019 Trade...

I have a slightly embarrassing secret to share with you all. I’m willing to share because I bet there are many of you who were in the same...

On March 21, 2019, a federal court granted summary judgment to Camden Development, Inc. and its co-defendants finding that it legally charged the...

In 2018, we held a raffle at our Trade Show to give away a trip to NAA's Apartmentalize. Hear from winner Veronica Moser about what the conference...

This information was originally released in the E-News email distributed on 4/2/2019. Century Trinity Estates Apartments (now called 501...

Earlier this month, more than 700 members of the National Apartment Association converged on Capitol Hill for the annual NAA Advocate conference....

TAA's Membership Committee is hosting "TAA's Tour of Cities" as an Engagement Drive for our members. They'll be hosting an event at an apartment...

This information was originally released in the E-News email distributed on 3/5/2019. Lenox at Patterson Place, a 292-unit property in Durham,...

Share your success and join the Ambassador Program! Take this opportunity to become acquainted with your colleagues and to help be a part of...

TAA’s Government Affairs Director Dustin Engelken appeared on Spectrum News North Carolina to discuss the multifamily housing market in the...

This information was originally released in the E-News email distributed on 2/5/2019. 54 Station, a 264-unit property in Durham, was purchased by...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: How much security is there in that deposit? Dinner Meeting & Board of...

I am truly honored and privileged to serve as your 2019 Triangle Apartment Association President. My journey to this point started exactly 17 years...

In all landlord-tenant matters, other than non-payment of rent, the most litigated issue is probably security deposits. The security deposit rules...

On Tuesday of each week, we send an e-newsletter called the TAA ENews with all things TAA! Here's the ENews monthly schedule: TAA Updates (Calendar)...

Election Day has come and gone and big changes are in store from Congress all the way down to the local level. Nationally, Democrats have flipped at...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: Hurricane Party! Or not. Maintenance Mania & Service Appreciation Recap 2018...

Growing up in England it seemed like sometimes our only seasonal shift would be cold and rainy to cold, and windy. What an adjustment it was to move...

TAA hosted Maintenance Mania® and Service Appreciation on Thursday, October 18 at the PNC Arena, on the Arena Floor. Thank you to our...

We are excited to announce Innovative Publishing will be publishing the Triangle Apartment Association's 2019 Member Directory. Each TAA Member...

It’s now officially three weeks until Election Day, and we have all the information you need to fill out your ballots on November 6. In this...

The Triangle Apartment Association is excited to announce our 2019 35th Anniversary Business Partner Opportunities! We are only able to offer the...

There are many opportunities for 2019 Sponsorships and Advertising with TAA. We hope this post will assist with your planning! Please do not...

Last month, members of the TAA Government Affairs Committee had the opportunity to interview nearly twenty political candidates. After a thorough...

With incoming Hurricane Florence, we are working to collect valuable resources for you to find in one place. As we continue to find new links and...

On Thursday, August 23, members of the Government Affairs Committee had the opportunity to interview fifteen candidates for ten races for both the...

September is a time for us to send our little ones off to school and give ourselves the opportunity to finally be able to accomplish some of the...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: ADA Compliance For Your Website Maintenance Articles 2019 Political Endorsement...

Apartment Guide just released their Top 25 Most Affordable College Towns for Renters and both Durham and Raleigh made the 1 and 2 bedroom lists! How...

Did you know TAA’s website offers a full member list that you can filter by member type and area of expertise? Visit Supplier...

It’s late August and as we begin to turn the page on beach season, we are quickly moving into…election season? Yes, I’m afraid...

Introducing Visto Online Training Powered by Grace Hill & NAAEI Grace Hill and the National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI)...

The 2019 TAA Education Calendar is in the process of being confirmed. This information is an estimation of the costs and dates of offerings....

The Apartment Association of North Carolina, together with the Triangle Apartment Association, has influenced legislation and public policy...

On Thursday, June 28th, the Triangle Apartment Association Political Action Committee (TAA-PAC) held its most successful fundraising event ever when...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen SB224 Recap Busy Leasing Season Mid-Point Check In Interview with Veronica Moser and her trip...

Summer is in full swing, time to apply the sunscreen and break out the boogey boards. Lots of families in the Triangle take advantage of our...

From our Government Affairs Director, Dustin Engelken. Read the original article about SB224 here.As I'm sure most of you know by now, last week the...

We all want personalized information and emails. We're more likely to read about what we're interested in, right? The Triangle Apartment Association...

Have you heard about our ENews Sweepstakes? A winner will be announced in each issue of TAA's E-News and they must contact TAA within one week to...

TAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Call for Nominations "Great leaders don’t set out to be a leader…they set out to make a difference....

TAA's 2018 Casino Night will be a night to remember! This year's theme is "Diamonds, Dealers, & Dice." What does that mean? Think...Bond, James...

The 2018 Membership Drive is in full force! Do you have a vendor you use that isn't a member and should be? Do you know a subcontractor that is...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: I am Just a Bill Leasing Tips & Tricks Trade Show & Battle of the...

Spring has finally sprung! And with spring comes longer days, blooming flowers, allergies, and singing birds. In our industry, the onset of sunny...

Triangle Apartment Association year in review. Read about event and education performance, charitable giving, political action, a financial...

Thank you to all the attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors who made our 2018 Trade Show such a success! Pictures are Available! Click here and use...

AANC Membership, We wanted to make sure that you are aware of an urgent issue that has arisen for all Apartment Communities in North Carolina....

The Triangle Apartment Association is excited to announce our partnership with Web Scribble as the host of our new Online Career Center. Web...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: Litigation Update Membership Meeting Recap Trade Show RecruitMilitary Career...

When I think of a puzzle I think of small, cohesive, interlocking pieces, working together to create a story. One part of the puzzle doesn’t...

We'll be hosting an event with different tiers of appreciation awards and recognition. You can earn points throughout the year by volunteering...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: What can I charge and when? Pro Tips: 10 Tips from 10 Really Organized...

Happy New Year! I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as your 2018 Triangle Apartment Association President. Thank you to the 34 past...

2017 was a success! Thank you to the 2017New Lease on LifeContributors! Philantropist ($500+) Brownlee Whitlow & Praet, PLLC Chris...

Thank you to everyone who contributed in 2017 to TAA' s Political Action Committee! Because of your generosity, we were able to meet our goal of...

The Triangle Apartment Association offers two ways to sponsor Education Opportunites. TAAEF Education Scholarship Fund Partners The TAA Education...

The Triangle Apartment Association is excited to announce our 2018 Business Partner Opportunities! Business Partners will take the place of...

Last Thursday, November 9, the TAA Membership Committee held its first ever 2017 Volunteer Reception before the November Dinner Meeting to show our...

Apex Council:Nicole Dozier - 25.95%Brett Gantt - 24.84%Audra Killingsworth - 22.32%David Hooks - 13.94%Graham Wilson - 12.38% Durham Mayor:Steve...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: New Construction Bus Tour President's Pen Legal Issues: Holiday Festivies are Coming! What if They are Too...

TAA's 2018 Advertising Opportunities are available now! Bundle your advertising with the ApartMentor and save. Click here to view pricing and...

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Cary Council At-Large: Ed Yerha – 78.51%George McDowell – 17.28%Jeff Alan De Deugd – 3.65% Council District A Jennifer...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: A Senior Moment Casino Night Recap Our New Website Tips & Shortcuts "Take 5"...

TAA's Casino Night was held on Thursday, July 27 at the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley Hotel. The event was a huge success with 275+ in...

On Tuesday of each week, we send an e-newsletter called the TAA E-News with all things TAA. Here's the E-News monthly schedule: TAA Updates | 1st...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen License to Manage: Who Needs One? Call to Serve: 2018-19 Board of Directors TAA is the Key to...

The Triangle Apartment Association’s Nominating Committee will soon begin its process of interviewing individuals who have an interest in...

Earlier this week, the North Carolina Senate voted (35-13) in favor of HB406 Repeal of Orange County Impact Fees. This was the bill’s final...

Welcome to the new Triangle Apartment Association website! Triangleaptassn.org has a brand new look and updated technology in an effort to better...

Check out this TAA video that highlights the membership experience!

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen Legal Issues: Short Term Rental Taxes Ambassador Program New Lease on Life Pool Care Tip...

It’s been a busy week at the legislature this week! Two bills supported by TAA have passed the House – HB 406 Repeal of Orange County...

Just a few weeks ago, Morrisville’s mayor and town manager reached out to stakeholders in the development community such as TAA, Homebuilders...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen 2017 Membership Meeting Government Affairs Legal Issues: Music Licensing & Multifamily...

Volunteers are the life line of the Triangle Apartment Association. Without our active and dedicated volunteers, we couldn't do what we do! Not only...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen 2017 Board of Directors TAA's Annual Trade Show After Work Networking Legal Issues: Winter Woes...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen TAA's 2016 Golf Tournament Key to Success Membership Campaign Government Affairs Connect...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: President's Pen After Work Networking TAA's Christmas in July 2016 Holiday Charity Drive Government...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: After Work Networking Christmas in July Collection Navigating the Lipstick Jungle President's...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: First Aid and CPR/AED Navigating the Lipstick Jungle President's Pen Afterwork Networking Government...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: TAA Trade Show How to Promote Yourself Keep the FAIR in Fair Housing President's Pen Membership Dinner...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: Membership Dinner Meeting Talent Development Through Employee Engagement President's Pen Meet your 2016 Board...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: Holiday Charity Collection Event After Work Networking TAAEF Education Buffet: Advanced...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: Finding the RIGHT Talent President's Pen TAA 101: Member Orientation "Take 5" : Breakfast Business...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: After Work Networking Live, Grow, Thrive Seminar President's Pen 2016-2017 Board of Directors Call for...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: Setting Up an Emergency Action Plan TAA 2015 Golf Tournament President's Pen Corrosive Pool Water TAA Bus...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: TAA Trade Show Property Financials: Show me the Money! April is Fair Housing Month President's Pen TAA's...

In this edition of the ApartMentor: January Membership Meeting &Board of Directors Installation TAA PAC Fundraiser President's Pen Meet...

In this edition of The ApartMentor: Holiday Charity Collection After Work Networking Service Appreciation Bowling Night Leasing 101...

In this edition of The ApartMentor: Membership Meeting Legal Issues Essential Skills for Career Success Dispelling Common Landlord Myths On...

In this edition of The ApartMentor: "Take 5" Breakfast Business Exchange After Work Networking TAA 2014 Golf Tournament TAA Welcomes Summer...

In this edition of The ApartMentor: Social Media Platforms Online Tools Strategies and Policies AANC Education and Legislative Day...

In this edition of The ApartMentor: TAA Trade Show The Twelve C's of an Exceptional Leader Fair Housing Month Membership Dinner Meeting The...

In this edition of The ApartMentor: Membership Dinner Meeting Certified Apartment Manager Certified Apartment Supplier 30th Anniversary Gala...

In this edition of The ApartMentor: TAA's Casino Night Holiday Charity Collection Maintainence for Managers and Leasing Professionals 5 Star...

In this edition of The ApartMentor: House Bill 802 Landlord/Tenant/Shorten Eviction Time The statute streamlines the eviction process for...

In this edition of The ApartMentor: The Triumph Achievement Awards TAA 101: Member Orientation Notary Public Course NAA Education Conference...

In this edition of The ApartMentor: Senate Bill 545 Master Meter Landlord-Tenant Agreement House Bill 802 Landlord Tenant Shorten...