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From First-Time Attendees to Industry Advocates: Room to Grow Ambassadors Reflect on their Experience at TAA ONE

June 18, 2025

For the 2025 Room to Grow Ambassadors—Preston Duff, Chelsie Simpson, and Mystri Nestell—this year’s TAA ONE Conference in Houston was more than just their first time attending the industry’s largest…

Advancing Careers & Strengthening Communities: How TAAEF’s Room to Grow Campaign is Shaping the Texas Apartment Industry

May 13, 2025

The Texas Apartment Association Education Foundation (TAAEF) is dedicated to recruiting, retaining, and advancing the next generation of leaders in the Texas rental housing industry. Through innovative initiatives like the…

Celebrating Excellence: Announcing the 2025 TAA Professional Award Winners

May 5, 2025

The Texas Apartment Association (TAA) is proud to honor the exceptional individuals and organizations that have significantly contributed to the rental housing industry through their dedication, leadership, and service. The…

The Power of Association Connections: Building a Stronger Community Together

April 1, 2025

TAA friends, I am now 100 days into serving as your 2025 President. One thing has resonated crystal clear in those 100 days: Success is only realized for TAA when…

Breaking the Mold: How Careers in Rental Housing Are Being Centralized and Evolving

March 26, 2025

The rental housing industry has long been known for offering stable, rewarding career opportunities, but the pathways to success are rapidly evolving. One of the biggest shifts is the rise…

2025 Be the Next Room to Grow Ambassador Winners: Stories of Passion, Purpose, and Community

March 25, 2025

The Texas Apartment Association Education Foundation’s Room to Grow Ambassador Program highlights the inspiring journeys of professionals who have found fulfilling careers in the Texas rental housing industry. This year’s…

Why Every Texas Rental Professional Should Be a Part of TAA

March 6, 2025

Like most things in Texas, the apartment rental industry is big! There are thousands of rental companies managing millions of units and serving tens of millions of renters. Property owners,…

Preparing for Winter Freezes: Texas Apartment Owners and Managers

December 1, 2024

Synopsis Texas might be known for its scorching summers, but recent winter freezes have reminded us all of the unique challenges that come with cold weather here. Unexpected cold snaps…

The New Path to Success: Real-Time Skill Building in the Rental Housing Industry

November 6, 2024

Synopsis Skills to Grow Part 2 Today’s job market is different than any in history. It has evolved quickly, and with it so have attitudes and expectations for navigating careers.…

Why TAAEF’s Podcasts Should Be on Every Property Manager’s Playlist

October 28, 2024

Synopsis In the fast-paced world of property management, staying informed and well-equipped to handle everyday challenges is essential. That’s why the Texas Apartment Association Education Foundation (TAAEF) created two podcasts as a…