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CONTENTS May 2026

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FEATURES & PHOTOS

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18 On Site with ABODE – Take a closer look at one of the Honors Award winning properties.

See the Power of Multifamily – It was another record-breaking year as HAA members showed “the Power of US” for HAA’s annual education conference and expo.

24 On the Scene – Photos from NAA Advocate.

And don’t miss photos from the Volleyball Tournament, Advocate and much more, plus, see another Success Strategy video from Dr. Debbie, all in this month’s ABODE.

36 MORE VIDEO! 12 Success Strategies with Dr. Debbie – Don’t miss the second Success Strategy video with Dr. Debbie Phillips.

28 On the Scene – Photos from the HAA Education Conference & Expo.

40 On the Scene – Photos from the HAA Volleyball Tournament.

45 ABODE Adventures – Find the Membership Star.

COLUMNS & MONTHLY UPDATES 7 Letter from the President – Multifamily advocacy is in full swing.

8 Exclusive Supplier Member of the Month – Meet and support Craven Carpet.

9 Legislative Update – Learn the latest from HAA’s Legislative Chair and Government Affairs team.

11 It’s The Law – Not so fast, my friends!

14 Resident Relations – Learn from a case mediated by the HAA Resident Relations Committee.

20 Calendar – HAA’s schedule of events for the coming months.

44 Go-Getters – Empower membership by recruiting.

Cover photos by Mark Hiebert, Hiebert Photography

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46 The Ambassador ONE Society – Hot bugs and cold cash.

50 Portfolio Changes – Property updates from our members.

52 Welcome Mat – Find out about the newest HAA members.

54 Index of Advertisers – See the supplier members who support this publication.

55 Market Report – The latest area market numbers.

56 Back Page – HAA needs your donations for our June Blood Drive.

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OFFICERS AND ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP MONICA GRACIA President-Elect RYAN TERRELL President

MANU GUPTA Vice President at Large

PRODUCT SERVICE COUNCIL OFFICERS

KAREN HEFNER Vice President at Large

BLAISE SPITALERI, CAS President Rasa Floors

VALERIE LACY Vice President at Large

DEBRA KNIGHT, CAS Secretary Comm-Fit

HOWARD BOOKSTAFF General Counsel

DAVID NARGANG Vice President at Large

LIZ LEVINS, CAS EMERITUS Treasurer Gemstar Construction

CASEY WATTS MORGAN CEO

SHELLEY WATSON Immediate Past President

MELISSA FRIEND Secretary/Treasurer

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mack Armstrong Julie Batche Kristen Becker John Boriack Michelle Bridges Kyle Brown Tina Cavaco Terri Clifton Michelle Croasmun Deborah DeRouen Derek DeVries Scott Douglas Gina Erwin Melissa Friend Monica Gracia Stephanie Graves Billy Griffin Manu Gupta Karen Hefner Clay Hicks Sara Hinson Deborah Holcombe Crystal Jackson Nathan Kelley Debra Knight Valerie Lacy Stacey Lastovica Liz Levins David Lindley Betsy Marshall Kristin McLaughlin Joe Melton Candis Mohr Kathy Motis Katy Myrick David Nargang Jenifer Paneral Mark Park Velissa Parmer Michelle Pawelek Ryan Raser Ruth Reyes Kelly Robinson Christy Rodriguez Joseph Rodriguez Ingrid Shultz Corri Smith Blaise Spitaleri Debbie Sulzer Ryan Terrell Lindsay Torres-Smith Starla Turnbo Richard Wall Shelley Watson Richard Whatcott Tracie Yoder

DIRECTORS EMERITUS Josh Allen Gary Blumberg Ken Bohan Roger Camp Kathy Clem Jack Dinerstein Diane Gilbert Jenard Gross Darlene Guidry Alison Hall David Hargrove Larry Hill Hap Hunnicutt Stacy Hunt David Jones Mel Kieke Mike Koch Dick LaMarche Cesar Lima Bruce McClenny Tim Myers P David Onanian Jackie Rhone John Ridgway Kim Small Eileen Subinsky Steve Sweet Kirk Tate Suan Tinsley H J Tollett, Jr. Pat Tollett Vic Vacek, Jr. Beth Van Winkle Tony Whitaker Jerry Winograd ADVISORY DIRECTORS Marsha Baker Jeff Blevins Karen Briggs Gwin Caroline Erck Emily Frost Nitin Garg Izzy Garza Jacob Kunath Laura Lestus Beth Levine Cari Luetge Monica Morales Arely Pena Paola Rodriguez Jake Slosburg Alan Yu GENERAL COUNSEL EMERITUS Joe Bax

HONORARY LIFE MEMBERS Claude Arnold Kenn Brown Tina Cavaco Terri Clifton Kevin Fenn Diane Gilbert Anita Harrison Dwayne Henson Mike Koch Merry Mount Monette Reynolds Sherry Stevenson Kirk Tate Suan Tinsley Sonny Unverzagt Del Walmsley Nancé Wells H.P. Paul Young Jeanne Marie Zublin Dicks PATRON MEMBERS 1968 Century A/C Supply 1978 Houston Planned Energy Systems 1982 Cotton Commercial USA Inc. 1984 AAA Plumbers 1985 Gemstar Construction Development 1986 Craven Carpet 1987 Dixie Interiors 1993 Hire Priority Staffing & Executive Search 1994 Camp Facility Services 1997 Apartments.com 1999 FSI Construction Inc. 2006 Lowe’s Pro Supply

DEBORAH DEROUEN, CAS Immediate Past President Clutch City Consulting

PRODUCT SERVICE COUNCIL MEMBERS Grant Almquist, CAS, Texas Apartment Pool Services Susan Alvarado, CAS, Chadwell Supply Chris Bell, CAS, Century A/C Supply Marivel Bownds, CAS, Chadwell Supply Tammy Broadway, CAS, American Fire Systems Carina Bryars, Valet Living Shaun Callaway, CAS, Earthworks Brandon Coleman, CAS, Chadwell Supply Neal Conant, CAS, Gemstar Construction Sean Cunningham, CAS, Impact Property Solutions Deborah DeRouen, CAS, Clutch City Consulting Giovanna Gone, CAS, Century A/C Supply Bo Hang, Redi Carpet Sales Dan James, CAS, Redevelopment Services Debra Knight, CAS, Comm-Fit

Stephanie Krop, CAS, Emeritus, Poolsure Liz Levins, CAS Emeritus, Gemstar Construction Jim Martensen, CAS, Epic Multifamily Construction Tracey Moore, CAS, Flooring Warehouse Karen Nelsen, CAS, Best Plumbing Arely Pena, CAS, Redi Carpet Sales Xochitl Sheffield, Church Foundation & Pool Services Blaise Spitaleri, CAS, Rasa Floors Auri Verser Sherwin Williams Ryan Weis, Crestmark Construction Services

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MAY 2026 I VOLUME 49, ISSUE 5

Chief Executive Officer and Publisher CASEY WATTS MORGAN, MPP cmorgan@haaonline.org EDITORIAL AND DESIGN STAFF Director of Publications and Design DEBORAH NIX dnix@haaonline.org ADVERTISING Vice President of Membership Development RANDA DICK, CAPS randa@haaonline.org CONTRIBUTING STAFF Chief Operating Officer AMANDA SHERBONDY, CAE asherbondy@haaonline.org Chief Financial Officer TREY WIMBERLY, CPA twimberly@haaonline.org Vice President of Education LAUREN RAGIN, CMP lragin@haaonline.org Vice President of Facility Management/RCR TINA DEFIORE tdefiore@haaonline.org Vice President of Government Affairs BEN MCPHAUL bmcphaul@haaonline.org Events and Meetings Director KASAUNDRA WRIGHT kwright@haaonline.org Director of Resident Relations MATILDE LUNA mluna@haaonline.org Director of IT WILL ALFARO walfaro@haaonline.org Government Affairs Manager ALEX CHADWELL achadwell@haaonline.org Strategic Outreach Manager MORGAN WATERMAN mwaterman@haaonline.org Education and Events Manager BIANCA REYNA breyna@haaonline.org Member Services Manager JAKKI POSADA jposada@haaonline.org Member Services Assistant SYDNEY CHANSAMOUTH schansamouth@haaonline.org PRINTER TGI PRINTED www.tgiprinted.com

HOUSTON APARTMENT ASSOCIATION COMMITTEES COMMITTEE Executive Nominating Fair Housing Ethics Finance Past Presidents Council Legislative Political Action Golf Century Club Education Advisory Independent Rental Owners Connection NEXT Young Professionals Leadership Development Community Outreach Product Service Council Expo Exhibitor Membership Ambassador ONE Society Resident Relations A Resident Relations B Resident Relations Appeals HAF Chili Fundraiser Honors Property Awards Honors Individual Awards

CHAIR Ryan Terrell Shelley Watson Howard Bookstaff Michelle Pawelek Gary Blumberg John Boriack Monica Gracia Stacy Hunt Starla Turnbo Liz Levins Lori Latham

STAFF ADVISOR Casey Morgan Casey Morgan Casey Morgan Casey Morgan Casey Morgan Casey Morgan Casey Morgan Alex Chadwell Alex Chadwell Alex Chadwell Lauren Ragin

Alan Yu Emily Frost Arely Pena Clay Hicks Melissa Friend Blaise Spitaleri Nikki Sekunda Deborah DeRouen Sara Hinson Xochitl Sheffield Jim Martensen Michele Swilley Ryan Raser Darlene Guidry Joey Rodriguez Kathy Motis Karen Hefner Ruha Vohra Joe Melton

Lauren Ragin Lauren Ragin Amanda Sherbondy Amanda Sherbondy Amanda Sherbondy Randa Dick Randa Dick Randa Dick Matti Luna Matti Luna Matti Luna Kasaundra Wright Kasaundra Wright Amanda Sherbondy

HOUSTON APARTMENT ASSOCIATION MISSION AND VISION: HAA is the leading advocate, resource and community partner for quality rental housing providers in the Houston and surrounding area. HAA develops leadership in the multifamily industry by engaging broadly diverse membership, embracing effective technology and advocating for a geographically inclusive association. ABODE IS THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE HOUSTON APARTMENT ASSOCIATION serving the multihousing industry in Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Harris, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, San Jacinto, Waller and Wharton counties.

ABODE, MAY 2026, VOLUME 49, ISSUE 5 ABODE (USPS 024-962) is published monthly by the Houston Multi Housing Corporation. Publishing, editorial and advertising offices are located at 4810 Westway Park Blvd., Houston, Texas 77041. Telephone 713-595-0300. The $50 annual ABODE subscription rate is included in all member dues and additional subscriptions are available. The annual subscription rate is $50 for members, $65 for non-members.

Advertising rates are available upon request. Contributed material does not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Houston Apartment Association. Copyright © 2026 by HAA. Periodicals Postage Paid at Houston, Texas.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to ABODE, 4810 Westway Park Blvd., Houston, Texas 77041.

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EXECUTIVE SUPPLIER MEMBERS These companies have generously supported the Houston Apartment Association with their Executive Supplier Membership. Please give them careful consideration, whenever possible, in your business.

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Letter from the President

By RYAN TERRELL, 2026 HAA President

THANK YOU TO THE THOUSANDS OF MEMBERS WHO HIT THE HALLS OF NRG AND SHOWED HOUSTON THE POWER OF US. On April 1, HAA’s biggest event of the year, the 2026 HAA Education Conference & Expo, provided attendees with fantastic speakers, knowledgeable vendors and networking opportunities that proved the great power in this industry of ours.

Thanks to our sponsors and committee for another successful show. We have full coverage of the event with photos and video starting on Page 28, and don’t forget to visit the photo gallery featuring all the action by clicking the red button.

HAA Cap Rate and Expense Studies available HAA once again commissioned an independent Cap Rate/Expense Study in Q4 2025 that is now available to aid members as they consider protesting values. This marks the third year that HAA engaged consultants to produce reports aimed to identify current market conditions regarding cap rates, expenses, and subsequently valuations. HAA worked with consultant JLL and conducted surveys of members’ operating expenses, including payroll, insurance, etc., as well as market sales data, to produce an anonymized report for HAA members to utilize in protesting their assessed values in 2026. All property classes across the Houston Metro area were analyzed and commentary on each class is included in the report. The report also provided guidance on market capitalization rates and expense growth for multifamily properties across the Houston MSA. In January, HAA (with a select group of owner/management members), met with the HCAD multifamily team to review and discuss the results of the study for consideration prior to the completion of their model calibrations. There was encouraging open dialogue, and the HAA team shared with HCAD that the report would be distributed membership-wide to be utilized during the appeals process. The nature of this discussion was to urge the appraisers to get closer to “accurate” values up front in order to possibly minimize the litigation process, which would be beneficial to both parties. You will find the study available by using your HAA member login here. If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact HAA Government Affairs at bmphaul@haaonline.org or 713-595-0303.

Get in the “swing” of multifamily advocacy HAA’s Political Action Committee and our members have been busy advocating for our industry. An HAA delegation headed to D.C. for the National Apartment Association’s Advocate (see Page 24 for details) and had the opportunity to meet with a number of legislators or key staff members discussing various topics impacting our industry. Specifically, we discussed ongoing discussion between the House and Senate regarding HR 6644 and more particularly, the insertion of Section 901, which would severely impact BTR development and investment. We also reignited the discussion surrounding ending the CARES Act’s requirement to provide a 30-day NTV on federally financed properties, as that provision was never intended to be permanent.

Next up for the HAA PAC, get tropical as the committee holds its annual fundraiser at TopGolf on May 14. This event sells out quickly and only sponsors and players are allowed – no spectators. See Page 27 for all the details. The HAA PAC is a very important function of the association, so join us for this and all our informative meetings and great networking opportunities. Watch the HAA calendar and www.haaonline.org/events for what’s coming up and find out how to join the PAC at www.haaonline.org/haapac.

There’s much more inside this issue. Flip through and see great info from HAA General Counsel Howard Bookstaff, a new video from facilitator Dr. Debbie Phillips, more photos, video and find out all the upcoming events happening in May. Join us and get involved, I’ll see you there!

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These companies have generously supported the Houston Apartment Association with their exclusive membership. Please give them

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Legislative Update By MONICA GRACIA, HAA Legislative Chair, with BEN MCPHAUL, Vice President of Government Affairs

On to the Runoff (Special Election)!

HAA’s endorsed candidate heads to the runoff election on May 16.

HAA’S ENDORSED candidate for Houston City Council District C, Nick Hellyar, advanced to the runoff election! Turnout was INCREDIBLY low in the first round on April 4 and will likely be very low again in the May 16 runoff elections. It is critically important that HAA members who live in District C turn out and vote. You can see what City Council District you live in HERE. HAA PAC Chair, Stacy Hunt, said this on Nick Hellyar: “The HAA PAC is proud to support Nick Hellyar for Houston City Council, District C. Nick is an advocate for sensible government and practical problem solving. The HAA PAC looks forward to partnering with him as the multifamily residential industry works to provide affordable and quality housing for Houston residents.”

May 26th Runoff Election Not to be confused with the District C runoff election, but the runoff for the Republican and Democratic Primaries will be held on May 26.

A few races of consequence for HAA members include the Democratic runoff election for Justice of the Peace Precinct 7, Place 2 incumbent Sharon Burney will face Melanie Miles, and HAA members who live in the precinct are encouraged to support Judge Burney.

Also, the race for the Democratic nominee for Harris County Judge between Former Mayor Annise Parker and Former Houston City Councilmember Letitia Plummer is of great importance. HAA PAC voted at its April 21 meeting to endorse Annise Parker and encourages members in Harris County who plan to vote in the Democratic runoff election to support Former Mayor Parker.

To see what else will be on your ballot, you can view your entire sample ballot HERE. Apartment Inspection Ordinance HAA has continued working with Mayor Whitmire’s Administration on the muchdiscussed Apartment Inspection Ordinance.

The ordinance has come a long way and evolved several times, incorporating most of HAA feedback. HAA will continue to monitor

the final version and is prepared to offer amendments if necessary.

Budget Season is Upon Us! The City of Houston will soon enter “budget season,” which will set the City of Houston’s budget for next year. There has been much discussion about a potential budget shortfall and what the City will do to address it, which the Mayor and Council will dive into in the coming weeks. HAA will monitor these meetings and monitor any budget proposals that could have an impact on our members. Stay tuned for more details on the City of Houston Budget.

For legislative concerns, call the HAA main line at 713-595-0300 and ask for Government Affairs. If a particular code requirement or issue concerns you, let us know by emailing bmcphaul@haaonline.org.

For more on the HAA PAC, visit www.haaonline.org/haapac.

HAA was honored and proud to participate in the proclamation ceremony honoring Fair Housing Month in the City of Houston.

HAA members are an integral part of supporting fair and affordable housing and were recognized for the association’s involvement. Special thanks to Councilwoman Tiffany Thomas and Mayor John Whitmire for offering the proclamation.

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It’s the Law By HOWARD BOOKSTAFF, Hoover Slovacek LLP , HAA General Counsel

Not So Fast, My Friends!

An update on the 30-day Notice Requirement for Nonpayment of Rent.

ON FEBRUARY 26, 2026, HUD published a rule revoking their prior rule requiring a 30-day notice for nonpayment of rent evictions across many of its project based subsidized housing programs. Prior to that, HUD also repealed a regulation that applied more broadly to project based and non-project based programs.

HUD’s revocation of the 30-day notice requirement for the selected properties was set to go into effect on March 30, 2026.

By now you are probably also aware that Texas passed a new law - Senate Bill 38. SB38 went into effect for cases filed on or after January 1, 2026 and allows an owner to give a 3day pre-suit notice (either a Notice to Vacate or a Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate) before filing an eviction, so long as the period between when the pre-suit notice was given and the service of the Writ of Possession equals or exceeds the federally required notice period.

Soooo…we’re good, right? We can stop giving 30-day notices, right? Right? Not so fast, my friends!

HUD’s most recent revocation, the one announced just a few weeks ago, is already suspended due to litigation! According to HUD, the rule itself is still in place for public comments, but the effective date of March 30, 2026 has been “delayed indefinitely.”

Also, please remember that the CARES Act did not expire! The laws, rules, and regulations over the years since COVID-19 which require a 30-day notice for nonpayment of rent, can be looked at as layers that seem to be in a constant state of change.

In this article, we will examine the current state of the 30-day notice requirement in Texas. We will look at some layers which have been removed, some which remain, and then discuss what is on the horizon.

THE HUD LAYER: Revoked, although not really To provide some very general background, in www.haaonline.org

response to COVID-19, HUD added regulations in 2021, revised them in The CARES Act did not expire! The laws, rules, 2023, and then solidified them in and regulations over the years since COVID-19 2024. These regulations required which require a 30-day notice for nonpayment of 30-days’ notice prior to filing an rent, can be looked at as layers that seem to be in eviction for nonpayment of rent a constant state of change. and mandated that certain information must be in the notice.

HUD’ stated goal with the new tenant with a notice to vacate.” rule – the one which is “delayed indefinitely” – Iowa: The Iowa Supreme Court has ruled is to undo “burdensome and costly” regulaunanimously that the 30-day requirement in tions. The new rule states that the “regulatory the CARES Act expired in July of 2020 along requirements for notice of termination for with the Temporary Moratorium. This is the nonpayment of rent will return to pre-2021 highest court in the country to directly adrequirements.” dress the CARES Act. It provides interesting Will this new rule ever go into effect? Only context, but it is not controlling legal precetime will, so let’s buckle up and stay tuned (by the time you’re reading this, something else dent outside of Iowa. may have changed)!

Virginia: The Virginia Supreme Court ruled If the new rule does eventually go into effect, (by affirming a lower court ruling) that an what will it mean? Not to sound too ironic, but owner who is subject to the CARES Act may the new rule appears to be an attempt to regive the 5-day notice required by Virginia law store the old rules. and then proceed with immediately filing an If you can remember life before the paneviction. The Virginia court said the owner demic, you may recall that many HUD prowould remain in compliance with the CARES grams deferred to State law, which means that, Act so long as 30 days elapsed between the for those programs, HUD will no longer require date the notice was given and the date that a 30-day notice. But please keep in mind that the Writ of Possession is executed. even prior to 2021, there were select HUD proTexas: As discussed above, the Texas Legisgrams that required notices ranging from 14 to lature has passed a law (SB38) which states 30 days – such as the HOME program which directly that an owner may give the 3-day nohas historically required a 30-day notice. tice required by Chapter 24 of the Property Knowing which program(s) your property Code and then proceed with filing an eviction participates in is the key to the puzzle. Once without delay. Using the CARES Act as an exyou know this, you can identify the current ample – Texas law states that the owner may rules as well as what the new rules will be if the give a 3-day pre-suit notice before filing an old rules are restored. GEEZ! eviction as long as at least 30 days elapses between the delivery of the pre-suit notice and The CARES Act Layer: State-by-State the service of the Writ of Possession..

The relevant text of the CARES Act states, “The lessor of a covered dwelling unit may The Department of Agriculture Layer: not require the tenant to vacate the covered Rescinded dwelling unit before the date that is 30 days On February 25, 2026, the Department of Agriculture published a Final Rule entitled, after the date on which the lessor provides the May 2026

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“Rescinding 30-Day Notification Requirements Related to Eviction Based on Nonpayment of Rent in Multi-Family Housing Direct Properties” – Effective February 25, 2026.

The Federal Housing Finance Agency Layer: Retired On October 8, 2025, the FHFA announced that it would “retire” – aka no longer enforce – the 30-day notice requirement for nonpayment of rent through the terms and conditions of its Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loan programs.

With all these layers being revoked, retired, or rescinded, what layers remain?

Let’s take a look: The TDHCA Layer: Still in Effect In Texas Administrative Code § 10.613, the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs requires a 30-day notice for certain housing programs. While SB38 allows evictions to proceed without being delayed by federal rules and laws, it does not apply to State of Texas rules and laws.

The TDHCA rule identifies eight (8) programs that must provide a 30-day pre-suit notice for nonpayment of rent cases: Housing

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Tax Credit, Tax Credit Assistance Program, Tax Credit Exchange Program, National Housing Trust Fund, HOME*, HOME – American Rescue Plan*, Tax Credit Assistance Program Repayment Funds*, and Neighborhood Stabilization Program*.

Note, for programs denoted with *, a 30-day notice is required for ALL cases.

The Lease Layer: Always in Effect You should ensure you pre-suit notice satisfies ALL applicable layers – which includes the lease. It is imperative that you know what your specific lease requires with respect to a pre-suit notice.

If your pre-suit notice satisfies Texas law but violates the lease, the court will likely dismiss your case or rule in favor of the tenant.

Court Interpretation Layer: Court-by-Court Just like you and I, judges are also digesting the way that eviction laws have changed over the past few years. Regarding the 30-day notice requirement, they are also seeing layers come and go. Tenants and legal aid attorneys are also reacting to the changes and are adjusting their arguments in court.

In most cases, judges will follow Texas law as it is written, but it may not always be that simple.

It is possible that you will be in court and the tenant or the tenant’s attorney are making arguments that are outdated. If the judge, the tenant, or the tenant’s attorney begin discussing HUD rules, you should be prepared to point out that there have been significant and recent changes to the HUD rules. This will help your judge and your case.

It is also possible that you will be in court and hear arguments that the judge should simply not enforce the new Texas law regarding the delivery of a 3-day pre-suit notice.

If you find yourself in court and the judge seems to think that your 3-day pre-suit should have been a 30-day pre-suit notice (either because their interpretation of the CARES Act requires this or because they are not enforcing the new Texas law), you should ask for a RESET.

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A RESET is better than losing your case or having your case dismissed. A judge will typically grant a reset if you ask respectfully and professionally: “Judge, may we have a reset to look into what they are saying?”

“Judge, may we have a reset so that we can hire an attorney?”

A RESET will allow you time to review recent changes in the law, consult with your attorney, and prepare your arguments for when you come back.

What’s Next?

Courtroom Application: Your experience in court will continue to depend heavily on your particular judge. The decisions being made in court may continue to evolve as all parties get more familiar with the new Texas law and the updated HUD rules. Try to be patient and flexible and armed with the most recent updates discussed in this article.

CARES Act: A federal bill entitled the “Respect State Housing Laws Act” has been introduced in the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives. This bill would repeal the CARES Act requirement that a tenant be given 30 days before being required

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to vacate. Lobbying for this bill is active but it has not yet been voted on.

Little by little the 30-day pre-suit notice layers are being peeled back. I hope you will find this update helpful. Stay tuned!

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Resident Relations from the RESIDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE

Details Matter

A resident who falsified an application receives a refund because of administrative delays.

This month, another Resident Relations case from the ABODE archives.

A RESIDENT FILED a complaint with HAA to receive a refund of her $200 administrative fee. The resident had applied for an apartment on August 28 and paid the fee.

She had to have a guarantor and proof of the guarantor’s income, which took some time because her guarantor lived in Alaska. A few days later, the resident was told the application was denied because the original application was not submitted and there was conflicting information on the guarantor’s form. The resident stated she had proof from a representative of the property stating that a photocopy of the application sent by email would be accepted.

Management responded to HAA stating that the resident and her partner applied for an apartment on August 31 with a scheduled move-in date of September 9. When the residents reported that they needed to postpone their move-in until October 8, the leasing professional transferred their application to another apartment.

Along with a completed TAA application, income verification must be submitted as outlined in the qualification acknowledgment. Insufficient documents were provided

after several attempts and conversations with the residents. Since they did not qualify based on their income, an approved guarantor would be required. A guarantor’s application was photographed and submitted on September 5. An original application was requested by the property rather than a photocopy or other reproduction.

Since the guarantor lived out of state, a copy of the guarantor’s driver’s license would be required in an effort to authenticate the details of the application. The information listed on the guarantor’s application did not match the information on the governmentissued form of identification, and the resident admitted to completing the application herself because her father-in-law was in a remote location.

After several days, the leasing professional was able to communicate with the guarantor.

She expressed her concern about the named applicants completing the guarantor’s application without properly consulting with him.

He verbally agreed and outlined his personal information, which varied greatly from the information listed on the application. The guarantor stated that he would send in an original guarantor application, but the property never received such a document. Management believed the residents falsified the

May is Mental Health Awareness Month Mental health affects everyone - residents, on-site teams, corporate professionals and executive leadership.

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guarantor’s information on the application in an attempt to receive approval. Enclosed were copies of the application and final account statement.

The committee decided in favor of the resident. The committee noted that the resident was originally denied for falsification of a document, but because the property did not notify the residents within the allotted sevenday time period per the TAA application, management was to refund the resident her $200 administrative fee.

The HAA Resident Relations Committees provide an impartial review of resident complaints using the documentation provided by both the resident and management.

When the committee finds in favor of the resident, we appreciate a direct response from the property to the resident within two weeks and a copy of the payment sent to HAA for our records. When the committee finds in favor of the resident, management may file an appeal.

When the committee finds in favor of the property owner, the decision is final.

If you are a manager with a resident relations issue, call HAA at 713-595-0300 for direct assistance. Residents can be directed online to www.haaonline.org/renters.

2026 HAA Mental Health Seminar Wednesday, May 13 HAF Education Center 4810 Westway Park Blvd.

8:30 a.m. to Noon Eligible for 3 CEC Register at www.haaonline.org/events

Sponsored by Unleased Seminar topics will include trauma informed care training, tools to build safety and collaboration, and supportive self-care.

Panelists include Crisis Hotline Counselor Kelly Robinson, Capstone Management, and Avenue 360 Clinical & Behavioral Experts Dr. Marcqwon Daywalker, Dr. Krysten Blackshear and Crystal Ellison

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On Site with ABODE Featuring HAA Honors Award Property Winners

Note: Properties are listed with owner/management at time of the award.

Each month, On Site with ABODE takes a closer look at winning HAA Honors Awards properties.

This month, we visit another of our 15 award recipients for 2025. See future ABODEs for more.

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New Development Build To Rent Property of the Year Property: Inspire Homes Missouri City Owner/Management: The Dinerstein Companies Location: 9944 Highway 6, Missouri City, TX 77459 Units: 186 Web: https://inspiremissouricity.co/ Photos from Inspire Homes Missouri City Inspire Homes Missouri City’s spacious two and three-bedroom single-family, build-torent homes are available in one and two-story layouts to suit family needs. Residents can embrace the charm of the farmhouse-style residences, boasting contemporary finishes, private backyards, no shared walls between homes, and other essential features that set the brand-new rental home community apart as the premier living destination in the surrounding Houston area.

The spacious two- and three-bedroom floor plans offer modern farmhouse-style finishes, open-concept layouts, and private backyards — perfect for comfortable living. Whether residents prefer a cozy single-story home or the added space of a two-story design, the rental homes provide the privacy and convenience renters need and they can find the ideal home for their lifestyle.

Amenities include: full-size washers and dryers; stainless steel appliances; ceiling fans in bedrooms and living rooms; blinds on all windows and balcony doors; on-site maintenance team; pool deck with hot tub, gazebo, BBQ grills and outdoor lounge seating; fitness center, open 24/7; resident lounge and social gathering spaces; large pet park with agility equipment; energy-efficient insulation; indoor air quality systems; water-efficient fixtures; and much more.

Missouri City is a thriving Houston suburb that blends urban convenience with suburban charm. With over 515 acres of parks and 14.4 miles of scenic trails, outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of green spaces to explore. Missouri City is one of Houston’s fastest-growing suburbs, making it a desirable area for both families and singles alike. Missouri City offers a wide variety of benefits to its residents, including access to green spaces, diverse cuisine, strong school districts, and more. Conveniently located near Fort Bend Tollway and Highway 6, Inspire Homes offers quick access to Houston’s top destinations, cutting down on commute time.

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Industry Math Tuesday, May 5 8:30 a.m. to Noon NEW Industry Math course to help management professionals understand common industry terms, their calculations, and how to transform them into action. If you are overwhelmed or scared of your numbers, this is the perfect session for you. To catapult your career, it’s important to understand common industry terms, their calculations, and how to transform them into action. This hands-on session breaks down Practical Property Management Calculations.

Visit www.haaonline.org/events for more information and to register.

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The Independent Rental Owners' Connection (IROC) offers customized education and networking programs for independent owners and their teams. Program details: Applicant Fraud and How to Protect Your Investments.

Sponsored by Indigo Construction New Supplier Orientation Wednesday, May 6 2:30 p.m.

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All new supplier members or representatives can attend this in person orientation. Learn how to get involved and take advantage of member benefits. Email members@haaonline.org for details.

2026 Resident Relations Committee A Wednesday, May 13 2 p.m.

Closed committee meeting Via Zoom

Ambassador ONE Society Wednesday, May 6 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Kirby Ice House Memorial Supplier partners can join this committee to find out how to promote HAA Events, contact properties to survey them on benefits, and network with other supplier partners.

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Avenues: Leadership Lane 1 Thursday, May 7 8:30 a.m. to Noon The Avenues series features nationally-acclaimed speakers in the multifamily industry across various topics geared toward every level of multifamily professional. See Page 22 for details.

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Mental Health Seminar Wednesday, May 13 8:30 a.m. to Noon Mental health affects everyone - residents, on-site teams, corporate professionals and executive leadership.

This new seminar will feature a multi-faceted mental health training led by a panel of experts.

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Featured Event 2026 TopGolf HAA PAC Fundraiser Thursday, May 14 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Join us at Houston's premiere golf entertainment complex for a funfilled afternoon while supporting our HAA Political Action Committee (PAC) for the multifamily industry.

See Page 16 for sponsors and more details.

Leasing 101 Tuesday, May 19 and Wednesday, May 20 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday and 8:30 a.m. to Noon on Wednesday From Fair Housing and the TAA lease, to industry terminology and techniques, the Leasing 101 Course educates students on the basics of the apartment management industry. Great course for prospective and new leasing professionals.

Visit www.haaonline.org/events for more information and to register.

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NEXT Casino Night Fundraiser Thursday, May 21 Join the NEXT Committee as they host a Casino Night fundraiser! All members are welcome to participate in the fundraiser benefitting Avenue 360. See Page 25 for sponsor and details. Visit www.haaonline.org/events for more information and to register.

HAA Offices Closed Monday, May 25 The HAA Offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

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Start your day the legal way! Join HAA's Legal Counsel, Howard Bookstaff, for breakfast and a legal discussion.

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UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, all events meet at our Dinerstein Reed Prokop Education Center, 4810 Westway Park Blvd., second floor, in either the Direct Energy and Liberty Personnel & Executive Search or the Camden and Michael Stevens Interests Room.

Meetings located at the HAA Offices, 4810 Westway Park Blvd., first floor, will be held in the Redi Carpet and Winograd Families/Judwin Properties Conference Room. See www.haaonline.org/events for an interactive calendar.

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nationally-acclaimed speakers in the multifamily industry across various topics geared toward every level of multifamily professional. See Page 22 for details.

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Supplier Education Program Tuesday, June 2 9 a.m. to Noon A free special education program for supplier members presented by the HAA Product Service Council.

Contact asherbondy@haaonline.org for details.

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A special interest group for management executives with quarterly luncheons featuring guest speakers. This summer luncheon welcomes executives and property managers.

Visit www.haaonline.org/events for more information and to register.

Sponsored by Apartments.com & Appliance Warehouse New Supplier Orientation Wednesday, June 3 2:30 p.m.

Kirby Ice House Memorial All new supplier members or representatives can attend this in person orientation. Learn how to get involved and take advantage of member benefits. Email members@haaonline.org for details.

Ambassador ONE Society Wednesday, June 3 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Kirby Ice House Memorial Supplier partners can join this committee to find out how to promote HAA Events, contact properties to survey them on benefits, and network with other supplier partners.

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Hilton Americas 1600 Lamar Street, 77010 Join us as we honor and celebrate the multifamily industry's finest professionals and properties, as well as recent NAA credential holders. For more information and to register, visit www.haaonline.org/events and see Page 19.

Emcee Sponsor Apartment Services Group Champagne Celebration Sponsor Indigo Construction and Valet Living Individual Awards Chadwell Supply and Triumph Construction Group Property Awards Ameritex Movers and Apartments.com Reception Century Air Conditioning Supply and Unleased

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Avenues: Main Street 3 Tuesday, June 16 The Avenues series features nationally-acclaimed speakers in the multifamily industry across various topics geared toward every level of multifamily professional.

See Page 22 for details.

Sponsored by ALN Apartment Data Pasadena Region Meeting Tuesday, June 16 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

HAA is reaching out to better serve our members by bringing targeted networking and educational events to different parts of our 12-county service area. Contact mwaterman@haaonline.org for details.

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Enhances the skills of the apartment portfolio supervisor, resulting in better supervised and more profitable rental properties with improved owner relations. Visit www.haaonline.org/events for details and to register.

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Live Auction: Wednesday, June 24 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Online Auction for set amounts: June 10 through June 12 Auctions 101: 2:30 p.m.

Join us for the 2026 June Sponsorship Auction! Sponsoring an HAA event or meeting is a great way to gain recognition for your company. Join us live at HAA for all the action and see our online auction for events offering a set bid amount at www.32Auctions.com.

On site proxy bidding will also be available. Arrive early at 2:30 p.m. for Auction 101 session for first timers to get more information on how the auction works and about the events up for bid. See Page 16 for details.

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Register for the 2026 Excel Training Package, which includes the beginner course. The NEW training series features three courses offering an indepth training of the multi-faceted program Microsoft Excel. Members may save by purchasing all three classes as a package. Visit www.haaonline.org/events for more information.

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What is Avenues?

A series of seminars presenting nationally-acclaimed speakers who are experts in their fields, with sessions for every level of multifamily professional.

Don’t miss the next two sessions:

How can I attend?

We offer two subscription options: • Annual Property Subscription • based on the number of units.

• Annual Individual Subscription You can also register for each individual session.

What does this get me?

Once you sign up, you receive access to 13 education sessions throughout the year. All you need to do is respond to the reminder email to confirm attendance.

Pricing: Annual Property Subscription: • Less than 200 units: $230 • 200-349 units: $440 • 350-449 units: $550 • 450 units or more: $600 Annual Individual Subscription: Corporate or Supplier Individual: $230 Individual sessions: $70/person Three (3) CEC credits awarded per session.

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On the Scene at NAA’s ADVOCATE NAA Advocate March 25-27 in Washington D.C. Twenty-two of HAA's NAA Delegates and Alternates traveled to Washington, DC for NAA's Annual Advocate Day. Members had the opportunity to meet with all 11 of Houston's Congressional Delegation where they advocated for changes to the 21st Century Road to Housing Act that would protect the Build-To-Rent (BTR) industry. Our members also advocated for the passage of the Respect State Housing Laws Act, which would strike down the federal notice language from the CARES ACT and return eviction policies back to the states. It was a productive week in the nation's capital advocating for the multifamily industry.

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Thursday, may 21 • 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm • The Moran CityCentre Bring your luck and join HAA NEXT for a night of Vegas glamour in support of Avenue 360.

All members are welcome

benefiting

$85 individual registration $300 Celebrity Dealer Table Welcome sponsors

catalyst construction & HVAC Yellowstone landscape

Beverage sponsors

redevelopment Services Sundek of houston

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AAA Plumbers Apartment Services Group Claimsmate Adjusters PhotoBooth sponsor Cline Construction catalyst construction & HVAC Encore Services Gatby Good Landscaping Northwest construction GrouP Register online at

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Thursday, May 14 TopGolf Houston - Katy

Thank you to our generous sponsors:

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Top Sponsors Northwest Construction Group Ticon Texas Construction Services

*Please note this event is open to sponsors and players only, no spectators.

Beverage Sponsors Chadwell Supply Redevelopment Services

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Visit www.haaonline.org/events This is a contribution to the HAA PAC. It must be made from a personal credit card, not from an account maintained by a corporation. Texas law prohibits us from accepting corporate contributions.

A Fundraiser for

Best Team Spirit Sponsor BluSky Restoration Contractors TiCon Construction

Welcome Sponsor Gatby Lunch Sponsors Apartment Services Group Unleased Hole In One Sponsor Gatby Last Place Award Sponsor Gemstar Construction

Team Awards Sponsors Apartment Services Group Cline Construction Dixie Interiors Best Male & Female Award Sponsors Core Distributing Dixie Interiors

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On the Scene Photos by MARK HIEBERT, Hiebert Photography HAA 2026 Education Conference & Expo Wednesday, April 1 at NRG Center It was another record-breaking year as HAA members showed “the Power of US’ for HAA’s annual conference and expo.

Thank you to our generous sponsors: Expo Grand Entrance Chadwell Supply Lanyards The Cweren Law Firm Expo Bars Camp Facility Services Core Distributing fun abounds

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Booth Winners: Best in Show Texscape Services 1st Place Single MLSApartments 2nd Place Single Ameritex Movers 3rd Place Single CORT Furniture Rental 1st Place Multiple Crestmark Construction 2nd Place Multiple Foundation Specialists 3rd Place Multiple CSC Serviceworks – Appliance Warehouse “Scan to Win” Prize Winners: Trey Day, Hanover Company Cindy Rodriguez, Keener Management Caitlyn Dethloff, Greystar

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Dr. Debbie’s Dozen

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Contact Information: Debbie Phillips Debbie@TheQuadrillion.com 404.787.4409 Scheduling & Event Coordination: Lorie Delk Lorie@TheQuadrillion.com

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Join Dr. Debbie for another powerful dose of motivation in her Success Series. In her second video, she shares strategies to help you “AMPLIFY” your success.

With energy, passion, and a proven track record, Dr. Debbie has devoted her career to developing leaders. Management is what we do—leadership is who we are. Put yourself at the top of your list, apply these strategies, and watch your performance shift into a higher gear.

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Members hit the courts to volley with HAA! Congrats to our winners: 1. First Place Team: La Salle Landscaping 2. Second Place Team: Central Renovation Solutions 3. Third Place Team: Greystar

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The Go-Getters HAA’s MEMBERSHIP RECRUITERS

Empower Your Membership!

Together We Shine! Recruit and network with HAA!

2026 Chairs:

Sara Hinson AOG Living

Join us this year and recruit for HAA, you could win big!

Every new member recruited this year earns a chance to draw for gift cards and other prizes. There will be a $250 Cash prize awarded to the top recruiter each quarter and a $1,000 drawing at the end of the year for everyone who recruits at least one new member this year!

Go-Getter Meetings are from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Cottonwood, 3422 N Shepherd Drive.

Deborah DeRouen ClutchCity Consulting

Meeting dates: July 9 September 17 December 10.

The 2026 Committee Member Stars: Karen Hefner, Asset Living Brandon Coleman, Chadwell Supply Paola Rodriquez, Foresight Asset Management Dana Dovell, Adara Communities Ryan Raser, GWR Management Patti Melendy, Asset Living Jim Martensen, Epic Multifamily Construction Xochitl Sheffield, Church Pool Services Emily Frost, SYNC Residential Alisha Cain, Greystar Necole Steward, Rivergate KW Residential Dan James, Redevelopment Services

Visit www.haaonline.org/gogetters for more information.

HAA Management Member of the Month Jeff Crump, Hanover Company Jeff has been a dedicated member for many years and is actively involved in the Association. He is currently a Leadership Lyceum candidate and serves on both the Property Awards Committee and the Education Advisory Committee. Jeff recently earned his CAPS (Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor) credential and continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to his roles, his volunteer work, and ongoing support of the Association and our Supplier members.

HAA Supplier Member of the Month Yvonda Lewis, Steward Trash Valet Service Yvonda currently serves as an Ambassador Team Captain for the Ambassador ONE Society and has previously been recognized as Ambassador of the Month.

She also serves on both the Expo and Chili Committees, where her dedication and passion for volunteering truly stand out. As a current Leadership Lyceum candidate, Yvonda continues to make a strong impact and exemplifies what it means to be an engaged and committed member of the Association.

Shoutout to our Membership Committee – the real stars behind choosing our Member of the Month and helping members shine!

Empower your Membership, Together We Shine! ✨

THE GO-GETTERS ARE THE BACKBONE of the Houston Apartment Association. By recruiting new members, the Go-Getter Club helps both new management and supplier companies and the association grow for the future.

To join the club and get going on recruitment, see online at www.haaonline.org or contact the Membership Department at members@haaonline.org.

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A D V E N T U R E S Click on the Star found somewhere in the online ABODE at ✨https://issuu.com/haa_abode/docs/abode_may_2026

✨ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel ✨ Email members@haaonline.org to enter!

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Follow that Star! Each month in ABODE, our hidden Membership Star will pop up somewhere in the online magazine. Your adventure is simple:

1. Find the Star 2. Click, subscribe to @HAATV and 3. Email your Star name to members@haaonline.org to enter!

One lucky winner each month will receive: 🏆 $50 Prize 📸 Your photo featured in the next ABODE magazine 🏢 Your company highlighted 📱 Recognition across HAA social media

Bonus for Supplier Winners: Supplier winners will also receive: 🏆$200 toward a Full Page ABODE Ad 🔗 Clickable website link included 🎥 Option to include a video

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The Ambassador ONE Society HAA’s WELCOMING COMMITTEE

HOT BUGS, COLD CASH The Ambassadors host a Crawfish Boil at The Barn in Cypress benefiting Entryway.

Sponsored by Gatby and Triumph Construction, Singo-Bingo sponsored by Best Plumbing.

Mark your calendars and join us!

Ambassador ONE Society meetings: May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5, September 2, October 7, November 4, no December meeting The meeting spot is Kirby Ice House, 1015 Gessner Road, Houston, Texas 77055.

THE AMBASSADOR ONE SOCIETY is an organized network exchange that helps supplier partners build their business contacts within HAA. It’s the perfect way for new suppliers to get started with the association. Group members share leads, make introductions and support HAA and its members. For details, attend an orientation and one of the meetings listed here, or contact the Membership Department at members@haaonline.org.

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Portfolio Changes The following owner/management companies have added the listed properties to their portfolios: • Aldine Greenbriar Apartments, LLC: Greenbriar Park North Apts, 400 units at 818 Richcrest Dr. • AOG Living: Greenwood Forest, 316 units at 12820 Greenwood Forest Dr. • Asset Living: Oaks at Greenview, 300. units at 794 Normandy St ; The Rushmore, 101 units at 800 HWY 6; and EMLI at Mesa Gardens, 300 units at 10001 Mesa Dr. • Better World Properties LLC: Bridgewater, 206 units at 1100 Graham Dr in Tomball; and Broadmead at the Med, 235 units at 2801 Broadmead Dr. • Centra Partners LLC: Concord at Allendale, 264 units at 4800 Allendale Rd. • Cesar Chavez Foundation: Frumencio Reyes Jr Plaza, 120 units at 1430 Upland Dr, and Villa Eterna Sonrisa Felix Z. Fraga, 99 units at 304 Tidwell Rd. • Cornerstone Income Properties: Falk Court, 24 units at 3006 Falk Ct in La Porte.

• Cushman & Wakefield: Ranch at City Park, 270 units at 11900 City Park Central Ln. • DGE Investments: CoOP at the Med Center, 200 units at 7710 S Main St. • Emaret Holdings LLC: Redemption Square, 32 units at 202 Cole St in Webster.

• Emerge-Living: Green Tree Place, 200 units at 4211 Clay Hill Dr. • Galilee Equity Management LLC: Tanglebrook, 127 units at 1430 Fountain View Dr. • Garden Oaks LLC: Garden Oaks, 51 units at 142 Oyster Creek Dr in Lake Jackson.

• Greystar: Summerwell Marvida, 184 units at 21054 Rosemary Breeze in

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Cypress; The Clayton, 288 units at 7935 Hunters Terrace Dr in Humble; and Prose Highland, 314 units at 3740 Barket Cypress Rd. • GWR Management: The Preserve at Baytown, 272 units at 2100 W Baker Rd in Baytown.

• Hampshire Assets LLC DBA Rose Valley Management: Park at Spring Creek, 252 units at 29807 Tomball Pkwy in Tomball, and Cambria Cove, 240 units at 16350 Ella Blvd.

• HMFA Tomball Owner, LLC: The Cottage Green Tomball, 287 units at 13910 Brown Rd in Tomball.

• Implicity Management Company: Regalia Bella Terra, 227 units at 24151 Bella Dolce Ln in Katy.

• Jupiter Property Management: Park Terrace, 122 units at 1015 Country Place Dr. • Knightvest Residential: Hollings Post Oak, 316 units at 1875 Post Oak Park Dr. • KU Westwood Investments LLC: Westwood Park, 124 units at 1908 Rosharon Rd in Alvin.

• Lead Equity Group: Pin Oaks, 144 units at 15488 Pin Oak Dr in Conroe.

• Lone Star Communities: Preserve at Cooper Springs, 376 units at 13333 West Rd. • The Lynd Company: Falls of Wilcrest, 364 units atb10440 South Dr; Falls of Westpark, 356 units at 6130 Southwest Fwy; and Miami Gardens, 422 units at 9540 Kempwood Dr. • The Madison Real Estate Group: Miramar Townhomes, 48 units at 2380 Bering Dr; The Avenue, 250 units at 5050 Yale St; Huntington Glen, 68 units at 12023 Bissonnet St; Toro Place, 320 units at 12101 Fondren Rd; and Mosaic, 504 units at 4025 Burke Rd in Pasadena.

• Mark-Dana Management of Texas, LLC: Britany Village, 232 units at 2008 Jenkins Rd in Pasadena.

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• Mosaic Residential Inc: Winston Heights, 200 units at 435 Janisch Rd, and Seven17 Lehman, 266 units at 717 Lehman St. • NSI Management TX LLC: Oak Shadows, 182 units at 4801 Allendale Rd; Canfield Lakes, 412 units at 13355 Northborough Dr; The Pointe, 518 units at 4101 S Shaver St in Pasadena; and The Reveal at Rye 220, 136 units at 220 Bammel Westfield Rd. • Oak Leaf Mgmt Co: Brandon Luxury, 27 units at 3626 W Bellfort.

• Pacific Group Property Management LLC: Bridgestone, 76 units at 4949 FM 2351 Rd in Friendswood.

• Presidium Property Management: Whitney at the Heights, 186 units at 2424 E T C Jester Blvd.

• Prosperity Management Services: Sunpark, 168 units at 2205 N Frazier St in Conroe.

• Q10 Property Advisors: Park at Spring Creek, 252 units at 29807 Tomball Pkwy in Tomball, and The Edison, 272 units at 11770 Westheimer Rd. • RPM Living: Park 45, 180 units at 20330 Whitewood Dr in Spring, and Territory at Missouri City, 280 units at 10030 Hwy 6 in Missouri City.

• RTR Assets: JFK, 72 units at 12425 John F Kennedy Blvd.

• Sandalwood Management Inc: Tapestry Woodland Hills, 366 units at 19100 Woodland Hills Dr in Humble.

• Sansavs Management LLC: Crofton Place, 268 units at 9555 Crofton St. • Southhampton Management Inc: Boardwalk Square at 125 Prairie Pkwy in Katy.

• Triple G Property Group: Johnson, 20 units at 23450 Johnson Rd in New Caney, and Gilbert House, 33 units at 24595 Gilbert Dr in Porter.

• United Apartment Group Inc (UAG): Laurel Point, 148 units at 16170 Westpark Dr. • Valiant Residential: Brandon Oaks: 196 units at 11111 Saathoff Dr Cypress, TX 77429-4717 • Westcreek Living: The Lexington At Champions, 89 units at 5007 FM 1960 Rd W .

• Willow Bridge Property Company: Alden Park Kingsland, 423 units at 18021 Kingsland Blvd.

In the News AOG Living has named Kristin Burton as Head of Capital Markets.

Burton

Arely Pena, CAS, has joined Redi Carpet Sales as Sales Manager.

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Welcome Mat Introducing HAA’s NEW MEMBERS OWNERS Aaron Bielish Aaron Bielish

1402 Lofty Mills Dr Kingwood, TX 77339 (713) 252-8989 1718 Mills Creek Ct Aldine Greenbriar Apartments, LLC Alice Hill

818 Richcrest Dr Houston, TX 77060 (281) 876-3666 Greenbriar Park North Apts Elysian Residential LLC Puja Talati

411 W 1st St #538 Sanford, FL 32771 (570) 574-9144 Terra at Park Row Apts Garden Oaks LLC Rhonda Jensen

142 Oyster Creek Dr Lake Jackson, TX 77566 (979) 217-2727 Garden Oaks NSI Management TX LLC Millie Rubio

9494 SW Fwy #710 Houston, TX 77074 (832) 701-1911 Canfield Lakes The Pointe Oak Shadows The Reveal at Rye 220 Oddfellow Investments, LLC Fabian Castaneda

5747 Jackwood St Houston, TX 77096 (936) 494-1733 Tanglewood Orient Services Corporation Ana Gonzalez

2201 Wirt Rd Leasing Ofc 699 Houston, TX 77055-1211 (713) 984-2934 Hilton Town Apts

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Passco Companies Chris Rodriguez

Electricity On Mimi Hennesy

Pure Green Landscaping Izaak Knight

2050 Main St #650 Irvine, CA 92614 (949) 442-1000 The Grayson Sapphire Bay Enclave at Woodland Lakes

24518 Via Salerno Ct Richmond, TX 77406 (832) 548-0134 Energy Provider, Electricity Providers Referred by Stacy Proctor

10601 Grant Road #200 Houston, TX 77070 (346) 634-4245 Landscape Contractors, Swimming Pool Service & Maintenance

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J & B Painting Juan Carlos Hernandez

R1 Facility Services Paul Chabai

10330 N La Crosse St Houston, TX 77029-2166 (832) 293-9508 Paint, Resurfacing Referred by Terri Clifton

2025 Guadalupe St #260 2788 Austin, TX 78705 (704) 727-6280 Dryer Vent Cleaning, Pressure Washing - Equipment & Service

JC's General Contractor LLC Javier Castillo

Republic Services Peter Cantu

7031 Bellaire Blvd Houston, TX 77074-3503 (832) 297-5573 Roofing Contractors, Painting Contractors

8101 Little York Rd Houston, TX 77016 (346) 878-5301 Waste Reduction/Disposal/Recycling, Dumpster Service

American Builders Group LLC Susan Baca

1334 Brittmoore Rd Houston, TX 77043-4038 (713) 597-5581 Real Estate Developer, General Contractors AppFolio Jennifer Evans

70 Castilian Dr Goleta, CA 93117-3027 (714) 926-5045 Computers-Software Property Mgmt, Computers - Software & Service Auto-San Shannon Dillard

PO Box 171415 Memphis, TN 38187 (256) 303-8022 Scent Marketing, Odor Control Ayala's Painting & Services Nancy Ayala

19444 Tahoka Springs Dr Katy, TX 77449-5299 (281) 746-1881 Remodeling & Repair-Building Contractors, Painting Contractors Bright Brother of Space City Tom Merkle

6205 Brookhill Dr #5 Houston, TX 77087 (713) 574-5945 Pressure Washing - Equipment & Service, Roof Cleaning Doctor Tree Pro Daphne Serrato

13510 Ralph Culver Rd Houston, TX 77086 (832) 942-4693 Arborists, Tree Services

Liftmaster Scott Higginbotham

10800 Gosling Rd #132304 Spring, TX 77381 (630) 520-4837 Access Control Systems, Gates & Gate-Operating Devices Maldonado Nursery & Landscaping Inc Lacy Contreras

17711 French Rd Houston, TX 77084 (713) 647-9000 Landscape Contractors, Irrigation Systems & Equipment Michel Rogers & Maloney Jason Graeber

15427 Gettysburg Dr Houston, TX 77377 (512) 477-0200 Taxes - Consultants & Representatives, Legal Services Opiniion Debbie Andreozzi

300 S 1350 E St Fl 3 Lehi, UT 84043 (801) 473-6603 Information Technology, Resident Retention Services

S.F.A Landscaping Co Benigno Apolinio

12131 Barrett Dr Houston, TX 77072 (832) 630-7230 Landscape Architects, Tree Services Referred by Terri Clifton Walton Residential Services Desiree Chavez

8350 Mosley Rd Houston, TX 77075 (832) 405-5720 Roofing Contractors, Disaster Recovery/Relief, Gutters & Downspouts Waste Transfer Partners Austin Fatjo

1415 S Voss Rd #110-549 Houston, TX 77057 (713) 882-8850 Dumpster Service, Garbage Collection, Recycling Services, Scrap Metal, Trash Compactors, Trash Containers, Trash Hauling, Waste Reduction/Disposal/Recycling Referred by Ryan Raser, CAPS

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Index of Advertisers By CATEGORY A/C Supplies Century A/C Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 281-530-2859 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.centuryac.com

Electric Contractors Affordable Quality Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 713-695-5992 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.acuityelectric.com

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Brandt Electrical A/C & Heating Services . . . .10 281-693-3383 . . . . . . . . www.brandtelectrical.com Foundation Repair Church Foundation Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 713-468-8400 . . www.churchfoundationrepair.com

Comprehensive applicant screening tools available today can uncover important background information.

Proper screening can also reveal identity fraud issues, including stolen and fabricated identities, which may result in costly problems.

Comprehensive screening using Rental Credit Reporting can also tell you who hasn’t paid rent, who has broken leases and who has received their deposit refund.

General Contractors MultiFamily Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 713-266-9100 RENCON . .Inside Front Cover, Inside Back Cover 713-666-3636 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.rencon.com TiCon Texas Construction Services . . . . . . .30-31 281-932-8521 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.ticontexas.com

Glass – Plate, Window, Etc. Ameristar Screen and Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 713-683-6767 . . . . . . . . . . www.ameristarglass.com

Maintenance Supplies CORE Distributing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 888-585-2673 . . . . . . . . www.coremultifamily.com

RCR provides Houston’s apartment industry with the most effective rental credit reporting tool available. RCR gives your leasing staff immediate access to information about which prospects have fulfilled their leases and who have been residents in good standing. RCR also tells you who hasn’t paid rent, who has broken leases and who has received their deposit refund.

Paint Behr Paint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 800-431-3000 . . . www.homedepot/proxtra.com

Personnel Agency ASAP Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 972-432-6667 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.asapdo.com

Plumbing Contractors AAA Plumbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 713-462-4753 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.aaaplumbers.com Air Express Construction & Plumbing . . . . . . . .15 713-498-7751 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.airexpressconstructionandplumbing.com

Screens Ameristar Screen and Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 713-683-6767 . . . . . . . . . . www.ameristarglass.com

Swimming Pool Service Poolsure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 800-858-POOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.poolsure.com

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HAA reserves the right to reject any advertising if its content is inappropriate or inconsistent with HAA’s standards for publication or HAA’s business interests, in HAA’s sole opinion.

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MarketLine By CINDI REED, Director, MRI ApartmentData MRI Real Estate Software

MARKET SNAPSHOT 90.4%

$1,248

$1.39

897

-2.7%

Leased %

Price

Rental Rate

Size

($/mo)

($/sf/mo)

(sf)

Rental Rate Growth

26,841

795,705

13,481

34,308

17,000

Units Absorbed

Units Operating Supply

Units Under Construction

Units Proposed for Construction

Units Recently Opened

Past 12 Months

3,351 Communities

52 Communities

110 Communities

74 Communities

HOTTEST SUBMARKETS Over The Past 3 Months Rank

Submarket

1

Heights/ Washington Ave

2 3 4 5

Northeast Houston/ Crosby Pasadena/ Deer Park/ La Porte Beltway 8 / I-45 South Memorial/ Spring Branch

Past 12 Months

CONCESSIONS

Annualized Growth % 3.8%

% of Mk Absorbed 2.1%

5.5% 1.6% -2.2% 1.6%

1.1% 0.9% 1.7% 0.9%

Class

Total Units w/ Concessions

ALL A B C D

433,723 146,043 170,639 98,987 18,054

% of Total Units

Citywide Effect

Average Special

55.0% 72.0% 55.0% 47.0% 26.0%

-5.5% -8.2% -4.2% -3.8%

-9.3% -11.3% -7.7% -7.8% -8.2%

-2.3%

Based on the best combination of rental rate growth and absorption over the past 3 months. There are a total of 42 submarkets in the Houston area.

Concessions are generally represented by three types of specials: move-in, months free, or 昀oorplan. These specials are prorated over a lease term to arrive at a percentage reduction in market or street rents.

HISTORY OF EFFECTIVE PRICE & LEASED %

OTHER TEXAS MARKETS SNAPSHOT 91

1344

1320

90

1296

DALLAS/FT WORTH Leased %: Price: Rental Rate: Size:

90.1% 1,403 $/mo 1.57 $/sf/mo 893 sf

89

SAN ANTONIO

1272 88

1248

1224

A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M 2024

Leased %

88.5% 1,112 $/mo 1.26 $/sf/mo 881 sf

Leased %: Price: Rental Rate: Size:

87.8% 1,351 $/mo 1.52 $/sf/mo 889 sf

Price ($/mo)

and utility adjustments.

MRI ApartmentData provides real time access for property speci昀c information, market surveys and historic submarket data for over 3.5 million apartment units in AZ, FL, GA, NC, TN, and TX.

Past 12 Months -5.8% Rental Rate Growth 13,324 Units Absorbed

Operating Supply 1,163 Communities 257,453 Units

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Statistics derived from a continuous survey of all apartment communities. Effective rental prices are calculated net of concessions

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Leased %: Price: Rental Rate: Size:

AUSTIN

2026

2025

Past 12 Months Operating Supply -4.3% Rental Rate Growth 3,895 Communities 37,514 Units Absorbed 943,323 Units

Past 12 Months -6.9% Rental Rate Growth 26,357 Units Absorbed

Operating Supply 1,485 Communities 364,861 Units

To learn more: mrisoftware.com/products/apartmentdata

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