Tim Blackwell

Tim Blackwell

Contributing Editor, Property Management Insider
President, Ballpark Impressions, LLC

Tim Blackwell is a long-time publishing and printing executive in the Dallas/Fort Worth area who provides online and print content in the multifamily housing, transportation and education industries. He is a published author and publisher for Cowcatcher Magazine, a regional rail enthusiast magazine distributed in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Kansas and Missouri. Tim has worked as a reporter and editor for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and Arlington Daily News and as Director Commercial Printing for The Dallas Morning News. He is a member of the Fort Worth Chapter/Society of Professional Journalists and graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington with a degree in Communications.

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Established Light Rail Systems Spur New Urban Multifamily Development Possibilities

A build-it-and-they-will-come mentality along light rail systems in Texas is creating opportunities for multifamily developers to capture a younger generation of renter who’s more focused on short commutes. Dallas Area Rapid Transit is taking a proactive approach to work with developers as more urban centers are being created.

HUD Compliance: Fair Housing Complaints Should be Taken Seriously

Last year, the Department of Housing and Urban Development received about 12,000 formal complaints alleging violations of the Fair Housing Act. While only a small portion went to court, the message from HUD is that property owners should be keenly aware of the law and the ramifications for violating it.

Fair Housing Month: Apartment Associations Reflect on Long-Term Effects of FHA

Since its creation in 1968, the Fair Housing Act has had a meaningful impact on the apartment industry’s pursuit of providing homes for diverse populations. A couple of veteran apartment association executives reflect on the law’s impact over the years.

Bed Bug Sniffing Dog Worth His Weight in Kibble for Property Managers

Since his arrival at Brothers Services, Lil Bro has nosed around at numerous apartment complexes searching for bed bugs.

The Apartment Association of Greater Dallas is Going Back to School – For a Good Cause

Since last fall, volunteers from the Apartment Association of Greater Dallas and member companies have been making improvements and coordinating community service projects at the century-old Sam Houston Elementary School in Dallas.

U.S. Apartment Market Meets Expectations in 4th Quarter

U.S. Apartment Market Posts Robust Revenue Growth in Third Quarter

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Tammy Matthews, Dean Callan & Company Property Management Services Inc.: Thank you for the great article. Thinking on the side of Retail and Mixed Use Management, You could go a long way on what the tenant wants from the location, demographic, space, and future growth. Not much different than a residential tenant just add in revenue. :)

RealPage (@RealPage) (@RealPage) (@RealPage) (@RealPage): Building a Relationship with Residents: Why Does Your Company Exist? http://t.co/OFqwyJl2 #multifamily #realestate

Vista Capital (@VistaCapital) (@VistaCapital): Building a Relationship with Residents: Why Does Your Company Exist? http://t.co/oLkWfA13

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