Roadmap Journals

Insights, tips, and stories about extended stays and temporary living.

Why New Laws Mean Travel Nurses Are Staying Longer
Featured

Why New Laws Mean Travel Nurses Are Staying Longer

New safety regulations are shifting the travel nursing landscape, leading to longer, more stable contracts. Discover why this trend is changing how travel nurses approach housing and long-term planning.

Aug 4, 20264 min read
Who Actually Books the Housing
Industry Insights

Who Actually Books the Housing

The job title that books housing in five industries, and why the senior title almost never answers.

Sep 112 min
The Housing Request That Gets Answered in an Hour
Corporate Housing

The Housing Request That Gets Answered in an Hour

Three fields get a furnished operator to answer fast, and two common ones slow every vendor down.

Sep 112 min
How to Negotiate a Corporate Housing Contract for a Multi-Employee Relocation
Corporate Housing

How to Negotiate a Corporate Housing Contract for a Multi-Employee Relocation

Rate is what everyone focuses on and usually the least flexible. The other five levers are where the money and the risk actually sit. Plus the five questions to send before you sign.

Aug 206 min
How to Find TDY Housing That Fits Your 2026 Per Diem
Corporate Housing

How to Find TDY Housing That Fits Your 2026 Per Diem

Stop squeezing into tiny hotel rooms. Learn how to find furnished homes that fit the $110 standard lodging rate and keep more of your travel money.

Aug 194 min
How to Pick the Best 13-Week Home in 2026
Corporate Housing

How to Pick the Best 13-Week Home in 2026

Learn how to save up to $10,000 on your next contract. See why 2026 is the best year for nurses to negotiate for better furnished housing.

Aug 114 min
Why New Laws Mean Travel Nurses Are Staying Longer
Industry Insights

Why New Laws Mean Travel Nurses Are Staying Longer

New safety regulations are shifting the travel nursing landscape, leading to longer, more stable contracts. Discover why this trend is changing how travel nurses approach housing and long-term planning.

Aug 44 min
The Sneaky Costs Hiding in Your Corporate Housing Bill
Industry Insights

The Sneaky Costs Hiding in Your Corporate Housing Bill

Think your housing bill is final? Many companies get hit with surprise fees that add 15 percent to the cost. Learn what to look for before you sign.

Jul 284 min
How Top Companies House Big Teams Across the Country
Industry Insights

How Top Companies House Big Teams Across the Country

Big companies are stop using hotels for long trips. Learn why they pick houses instead to keep workers happy and save millions this year.

Jul 234 min
Faster Homes, Lower Costs: Fixing Insurance Housing
Corporate Housing

Faster Homes, Lower Costs: Fixing Insurance Housing

Why do some insurance claims take months to finish? The answer is often the housing. How placements work, what the policy standard actually requires, and where the delays come from.

Jul 234 min
Intern Housing Programs: How Companies Handle Summer Relocation
Industry Insights

Intern Housing Programs: How Companies Handle Summer Relocation

Summer intern housing, priced honestly. What BLS shelter data says about 2026 budgets, the three program models companies use, and what to settle before March.

Apr 95 min
The Return-to-Office Mandate Is Driving Relocation: Is Your Housing Program Ready?
Industry Insights

The Return-to-Office Mandate Is Driving Relocation: Is Your Housing Program Ready?

As return-to-office mandates sweep across industries, companies are discovering an unexpected consequence: employees are being asked to relocate, and many aren't prepared for what comes next. The surge in corporate relocations is putting pressure on housing programs that were never designed to handle today's demand, leaving HR teams scrambling and employees caught in limbo. If your organization is navigating this new reality, it's time to take a hard look at whether your extended stay and corporate lodging strategy can keep pace.

Mar 165 min
Why Occupancy Pressure Is Making Corporate Housing a Smarter Play for Property Owners
Property Management

Why Occupancy Pressure Is Making Corporate Housing a Smarter Play for Property Owners

With vacancy rates tightening across major metros and traditional rental markets facing increased competition, savvy property owners are discovering that corporate housing isn't just a niche alternative, it's a strategic advantage. The surge in business travel, workforce relocations, and project-based assignments is driving unprecedented demand for furnished, flexible accommodations that standard rentals simply can't satisfy. In this post, we break down how occupancy pressure is reshaping the rental landscape and why now may be the ideal time to position your property for the corporate housing market.

Mar 165 min
What to Look for in a Corporate Housing Partner (And What to Avoid)
Corporate Housing

What to Look for in a Corporate Housing Partner (And What to Avoid)

Choosing the right corporate housing partner can mean the difference between a seamless employee relocation experience and a costly, stressful ordeal. From transparent pricing and flexible lease terms to responsive support and quality accommodations, the right partner brings more to the table than just a furnished apartment. In this post, we break down the key qualities to seek out, and the red flags to watch for, so you can make a confident, informed decision for your organization's extended stay needs.

Mar 165 min
Corporate Housing vs Extended-Stay Hotels: How to Compare Them Honestly
Travel Tips

Corporate Housing vs Extended-Stay Hotels: How to Compare Them Honestly

The nightly rate is the number that tells you least. A method for comparing extended-stay hotels and corporate housing on total cost, using current BLS data.

Mar 165 min
Why Manufacturing Projects Create a Local Housing Crunch
Industry Insights

Why Manufacturing Projects Create a Local Housing Crunch

Manufacturing employment is flat nationally while single project sites drain local housing. What BLS data actually shows, and how to plan crew housing around it.

Mar 165 min