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Unlocking Doors: Investing in the Future of Maintenance with Coby Racine 

April 3, 2026

One of the greatest challenges facing the Texas rental housing industry is attracting and developing skilled maintenance talent. In this episode of Unlocking Doors, we hear a story that speaks directly…

Unlocking Doors: From Leasing Assistant to COO with Danny Perea 

March 27, 2026

Unlocking Doors is a podcast dedicated to exploring career growth and advancement in the Texas rental housing industry. Each episode highlights the diverse opportunities within multifamily, the unique paths professionals have…

Unlocking Doors: Developing Next-Generation Leadership with Makenna Caffey 

March 20, 2026

One of the most powerful things about the Texas rental housing industry is the speed at which talent can grow when given the opportunity. In this episode of Unlocking Doors, Makenna…

Unlocking Doors: Leadership, Mentorship, and Industry Impact | Derek DeVries on Building a Career in Multifamily 

March 13, 2026

In this episode of Unlocking Doors, Derek DeVries of Redux Construction shares a story that will resonate deeply with those already in the Texas rental housing industry.  After beginning his career…

2026 Primary Election Recap

March 5, 2026

The 2026 Primary Election passed us with only a few surprises to be spoken of. Governor Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows all handily held onto their…

Meet the 2026 Be the Next: Room to Grow Local Edition Ambassadors 

March 5, 2026

The Texas Apartment Association Education Foundation (TAAEF) is proud to announce the 2026 Be the Next: Room to Grow Local Edition Ambassadors, a dynamic group of early career professionals who represent the future…

Unlocking Doors: Leadership, Service, and the Human Side of Multifamily with Mike Rust 

March 5, 2026

Unlocking Doors is a new podcast dedicated to exploring career growth and advancement in the Texas rental housing industry. Each episode highlights the diverse opportunities within multifamily, the unique paths professionals…

Why Unlocking Doors Matters for Professionals in the Texas Rental Housing Industry

February 26, 2026

The Texas rental housing industry is built on people: people who lease apartments, maintain or provide services to communities, manage teams, develop properties, and serve residents every day. Unlocking Doors is a new podcast created to highlight those…

Celebrating Excellence: Honoring the 2026 TAA Professional Award Winners

February 24, 2026

Each year, the Texas Apartment Association proudly recognizes professionals who exemplify excellence, leadership, and service in the multifamily industry. The TAA Professional Awards honor individuals and organizations that uphold the…

A Data-Driven Roadmap for the Texas Apartment Industry Workforce

February 20, 2026

The Texas Apartment Association Education Foundation (TAAEF) has released the Executive Summary for its 2026 Workforce Research Study, a statewide exploration of how Texans perceive careers in the apartment industry…