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Multifamily Forward

Multifamily Forward

Written by: Mark-Taylor Consulting
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From Insights to Innovation: Navigating Our Industry’s Economics Unlock the future of multifamily real estate with your hosts John Carlson, President of Mark-Taylor, and Adam Greco, Director of Portfolio Development at Mark-Taylor. Ready to take your investments to the next level? Connect with us at Consulting@mark-taylor.com to learn more and explore how Mark-Taylor’s Consulting and Property Management services can multiply your success.Mark-Taylor Consulting Economics
Episodes
  • Is Everyone Operating from the Same Playbook?
    Oct 8 2026

    As organizations grow, inconsistent training, scattered documentation and unclear standards can quickly lead to different versions of the same operating process across communities and teams.


    In this episode, Jackie breaks down where those inconsistencies tend to surface, the difference between documenting a process and actually training teams to execute it consistently, and how operators can build a reliable single source of truth.


    We also explore how to keep SOPs current as processes evolve without creating an unnecessary administrative burden.


    Key questions include:

    • Where do inconsistencies typically begin to surface as an organization grows?
    • What is the difference between documenting a process and training teams to execute it consistently?
    • How can operators create and maintain a reliable single source of truth?
    • How should operators approach keeping SOPs current as change happens?


    Actionable takeaway: What is one process you can test today to determine whether your teams are truly operating from the same playbook?

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    7 mins
  • What Is Poor Safety Training Costing You?
    Oct 1 2026

    Safety training is more than a compliance requirement. It is a critical part of protecting team members, reducing operational risk and managing the financial impact of workplace incidents.

    In this episode of Multifamily Forward, we explore how strong safety and compliance training can help multifamily operators reduce workplace incidents, workers’ compensation exposure and OSHA violations while better managing the downstream cost of risk.

    We discuss where the greatest training gaps typically exist, why safety can be underprioritized, the operational and financial consequences of those gaps and how operators can evaluate whether their current training programs are actually reducing risk.

    Plus, we close with a practical takeaway: what operators should audit today to identify where additional safety training may be needed.

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    12 mins
  • Simplifying the Multifamily Marketing Mix
    Sep 23 2026

    With seemingly hundreds of marketing vendors, platforms and channels competing for attention, building the right marketing mix can quickly become complicated. So, how can multifamily operators simplify the process and make smarter decisions about where to invest?

    In this episode, we break down how to approach the renter marketing funnel, prioritize limited marketing dollars and determine which channels deserve a place in your strategy.

    We discuss:

    • How operators should think about the marketing funnel as renters search for their next home
    • A framework for allocating a limited budget across PPC, social media, ILS and other channels
    • Whether there are any truly non-negotiable marketing channels
    • How to evaluate the role of Internet Listing Services in your strategy
    • Why the right marketing mix may look different for every operator and community


    The goal is not to be everywhere. It is to understand your audience, measure what works and invest intentionally.

    Tune in for a conversation about simplifying multifamily marketing and building a strategy designed to drive results.

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    9 mins
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