Veritas in the News

Veritas CEO, Yat-Pang Au, Looks to Tech to Overcome Recent Setbacks

April 16, 2024  |  Propmodo

Veritas CEO, Yat-Pang Au, Looks to Tech to Overcome Recent Setbacks

Veritas Comeback: Ongoing Growth & Third-Party Services

April 1, 2024  |  The Real Deal

If there are opportunities to be found in the wreckage of current challenging markets, Veritas "might be just right for the job", says The Real Deal. It cites Veritas' ongoing growth, recent acquisitions, and being hired for 3rd-party services. Said a Veritas client, "It’s a very good partnership. We’re lucky to have been introduced."

Veritas Named U.S. Tech Influencer in Commercial Real Estate

January 1, 2024  |  Globestreet Real Estate Forum

A 'tech-forward mindset' at Veritas underpins its customer-facing innovations as well as Artificial Intelligence-enhanced centralized operations and third-party services for other owners.

The Ins and Outs of Centralized Leasing

May 3, 2023  |  Multi-Housing News

Centralized leasing and other tech-fueled improvements require a deep, strategic approach, says Veritas. “Diligent selection and implementation are imperative to success. We know in real time what provides the highest return."

Veritas Named Best in U.S. for Corporate Strategy by CPE Magazine

January 31, 2023  |  Commercial Property Executive

Veritas’ Tech-Forward Ecosystem won the firm one of the industry’s most coveted awards which relies on outside, independent judges.

Strategies for Community-Building in Apartments

November 7, 2022  |  MultiFamily Exec Magazine

Says Veritas, “Our goal is not just providing a roof but creating a home for a resident, and building community.”

Stephanie Versin recognized as one of the 2022 Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business

October 7, 2022  |  San Francisco Business Times

SVP of Marketing & Leasing, Stephanie Versin, recognized as Bay Area leader by SF Biz Times

$5 Million in State Funding, New Housing Website, Helps Oakland Double Down on Housing Teachers

October 6, 2022  |  City of Oakland

Veritas is a founding partner in TRiO Plus's housing marketplace.

Veritas’ Ronald McDonald House family featured in announcement of new Oakland location

September 29, 2022

How Apartment Operator Veritas Got a Big Jump on ESG Response & Reporting

September 19, 2022

Ukrainian Refugees Find Homes Thanks to Veritas

July 11, 2022  |  ABC7 News

Five families in short-term units: "Now we can plan and build our life”.

Veritas’ Technology Ecosystem Serves Residents, Saves Time & Money

May 17, 2022  |  Institutional Real Estate Inc.

From lifestyle amenities to speedier repairs, how proptech is adding value.

How Tech Enables Workplace Flexibility

May 10, 2022  |  Multi-Housing News

Veritas’ tech-forward approach demonstrates how automating tasks serves residents better and gives employees more flexibility.

Veritas Investments Names Stephanie Versin as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Leasing

February 4, 2022

Veritas Investments is pleased to announce that Stephanie Versin has joined the privately-held firm as Senior Vice President, Marketing and Leasing.

Veritas Investments Announces Key Victory in Eliminating Roadblocks to Rent Relief

February 2, 2022

Veritas Investments, One of San Francisco’s Largest Property Managers, Announces ‘Rent-Relief Backstop’ Plan Augmenting State, U.S. Efforts

December 14, 2021

Veritas Tapped to Help Afghan Resettlement Outreach

December 1, 2021  |  HomeBridge YouTube

Our friends at national apartment search firm ApartmentList are working with the US government to find apartments for Afghan refugees, and Veritas is proud to be an initial volunteer, helping a family resettle in Oakland.

Veritas Named National Multi-Family Influencer for Far-Reaching Covid Response

October 31, 2021  |  Globestreet Real Estate Forum

Industry-leading actions: Eviction moratorium, resident rent relief, employee hero pay.

RentSFNow Welcomes Back Apartment Seekers with Affordable Rent-Control Housing

September 16, 2021  |  Forbes

“Everyone has shared the pain. We granted millions of dollars in rent relief to residents needing help”

Veritas’ Industry-Leading Eviction Moratorium Highlights Resident Relief Efforts

August 10, 2021  |  Multifamily Executive

“We’ve gone to great lengths to help residents, and see them stably housed.”

Veritas Joins Bilt Rewards Program

June 29, 2021  |  Business Insider

Veritas joins the BILT Alliance; giving its residents an opportunity to earn points for paying rent — without any fees — with the brand-new Bilt Rewards program and credit card.

Veritas Investments, One of San Francisco’s Largest Property Managers, Announces Further Resident Relief Efforts to Help Keep People in their Homes

June 23, 2021

Veritas Investments announced today it is voluntarily extending to Dec. 31, 2021 a moratorium on evictions to assist residents facing financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. State and local moratoriums are currently set to expire June 30, 2021.

Rental Firm Uses Signage to Spread Positivity

June 15, 2021  |  The SF Minute

Veritas/RentSFNow’s innovative awareness campaign, “Spread Love, Stop Hate,” is a first-of-its-kind says local news site The SF Minute. Visible throughout San Francisco, it uses valuable real estate signage for a community good. “It’s an important opportunity to raise awareness, and starts with knowing and caring about one another.”

Veritas and Au Family Expand Self-Help for Elderly Stop-Hate Campaign

June 3, 2021  |  SF Examiner

Self-Help for the Elderly’s senior escort protection service, expanded with funding by the City of SF, was further doubled by donations from Veritas and the family of CEO Yat-Pang Au, helping to extend the program two years. Veritas also said its citywide informational signage of “Stop Asian Hate” changing to “Spread Love, Stop Hate”.

Veritas Investments Elevates Justin Sato to President

January 7, 2021

San Francisco-based Veritas Investments announced today it has promoted Justin Sato to President of the firm, reflecting the ongoing growth of one of California’s premier managers of multi-family and mixed-use retail real estate.

Veritas Property Managers Win Service Awards

December 11, 2020

Stepping up to enormous challenges in the pandemic, several of Veritas’ GreenTree property managers were honored by the apartment industry for ‘exemplary service rising above the chaos’ …and indicative of the entire team.

Veritas Named One of U.S.’ ‘Best Places to Work’

November 10, 2020  |  Real Estate Forum

Among some of the leading real estate firms in the US, Veritas was noted as one of the “Best Places to Work” by Real Estate Forum magazine, citing its culture that’s inclusive and collaborative, its emphasis on work-life balance, and its strong commitment to the community.

Aquitaine Café-Wine Bar Opens with Veritas’ Help

November 5, 2020  |  Hoodline

Church/Castro welcomes popular wine bar after lengthy delays; moved to better spot at Veritas’ suggestion.

Landlords Like Veritas Getting Creative, Helping Retailers Survive

September 15, 2020  |  Globestreet News

Making ‘lemonade from lemons’, Veritas has arranged rent deals fitting retailers’ situations. “Everyone’s on the same side of the table.”

Veritas Investments Announces Voluntary Extension of its Programs to Keep Residents in Their Homes

August 14, 2020

Veritas, San Francisco’s premier operator of rent-controlled housing, today announced several groundbreaking initiatives to help meet the housing needs of San Franciscans impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.

“Fearless Females” Finish Sky-high Butterfly Mural on Veritas’ 455 Hyde Apartments

June 17, 2020  |  KNTV-NBCTV

50-ft-tall Monarchs give San Franciscans “breathtaking art” while learning about endangered species.

Nominations Open for Second ‘Live With Character’ Award

May 22, 2020

Peter, a Veritas apartment resident, has been giving blankets to the homeless while he walks to and from work. He reports having handed out over 200 blankets, giving out a handful at a time. This Live With Character funding was used to purchase more blankets and a cart to nearly double his outreach.

Veritas Statement in Response to PPP Loan Program

May 17, 2020

Like many, the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have been significant on our business and forced us to furlough significant portions of our staff. The $3.6 million PPP loan enables us to continue to employ 123 front line workers, many of whom would've lost their jobs without the loan, in addition to bringing back 26 furloughed workers.

Veritas Employee’s Campaign Snowballs to 60,000-Mask Donation to Hospitals

May 7, 2020  |  ABC7News

Dan Chung of Veritas has deep connections with co-workers and business partners that allowed his personal mission to spark a company-wide, then trans-Pacific effort: CEO Yat-Pang Au matched fundraising, other Au family members chipped in, as did a large Hong Kong medical distributor. Over 60,000 masks were given to Bay Area hospitals.

Veritas: Spark Amps up Pledge During COVID-19

May 6, 2020  |  Pledge 1%

Veritas has long embraced a foundational commitment to be a good neighbor and global citizen. As one of the largest real estate firms to join Pledge 1%, Veritas has furthered its commitment to social impact during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apartment List, Veritas, Ronald McDonald House Team Up to Provide Critical Housing to Families During COVID-19

May 4, 2020  |  The Registry

Through Apartment List’s Home Bridge program, the Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay Area was connected to multifamily developer and owner Veritas Investments, who has in turn donated fully-furnished units to families seeking care at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital.

Ronald McDonald House helping new families in the Bay Area

April 21, 2020  |  KTVU

Veritas and Apartment List team up to help Ronald McDonald House Charities find temporary, furnished housing for families with urgent medical needs.

Mask Donation Campaign from Veritas Staffer Tops 11,000, and Still Going

April 20, 2020

It started with an email after midnight, literally a stab in the dark to colleagues in his department. By 11am that morning, Dan Chung, a Vice President at Veritas Investments, had overrun his goal and it didn’t stop there. People were asking about the campaign so he widened the net to other staff.

Enjoy A Monarch Migrating Mural This Earth Day

April 20, 2020  |  Forbes

Artist Jane Kim can't help herself from comparing the butterflies she draws to the millions of Americans presently quarantining themselves across the country. “It’s kind of the perfect symbol for what we’re going through, cocooning in our homes right now and being able to come out more beautiful,” Kim said.

Quarantine Spikes Domestic Violence, Veritas Steps Up

April 15, 2020  |  MFE

The real estate investment company is providing furnished apartments for domestic violence survivors.

San Francisco Secures Housing For Domestic Violence Victims During Pandemic

April 9, 2020  |  KRON4

The DA, along with the mayor’s office, has reached an agreement with real estate investment manager Veritas to provide 20 furnished apartments for survivors of domestic violence.

Designer Robin Randall Offers an Inspirational Blend of New and Old

April 5, 2020  |  SF Chronicle

Veritas Investments' designer, Robin Randall, offers versatility and keen sense of style that has helped the Midwest native amass an impressive portfolio of both commercial and residential projects.

SF’s Largest Landlord Suspends Coronavirus-Related Evictions

March 12, 2020  |  SF Weekly

San Francisco’s largest landlord said Wednesday it would voluntarily suspend evictions for residents financially affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Veritas’s self-imposed moratorium comes ahead of proposed legislation to protect renters.

Veritas Donates Mosaic Bench to Rejuvenate Tenderloin Park

March 5, 2020

Renovations feature new playground equipment, landscaping, tables and a bold mosaic bench created by noted Berkeley artist Wilma Wyss and commissioned by Veritas Investments. The bench highlights native pollinators, butterflies and the plants that support them.

Bee Safe: Veritas Helps Relocate Wildlife Humanely, Sometimes with ‘Sam Spade’ Assistance

February 25, 2020

Just like any other property owner, Veritas is by no means immune to these wild housemates, but what stands out is how our team looks for solutions that are humane to wildlife guests while we accommodate our human residents.

Classic Parisian Patisserie Maison Danel Opens in Veritas’ 1030 Polk

February 12, 2020

Nothing quite says Paris like an elegantly sleek patisserie and salon de thé. Now, that magic is coming to San Francisco.

Veritas Holiday Toy Drive and Festive Spirit for the Season

December 27, 2019

Veritas staff and residents know how to spread cheer for one and all, giving back and sharing the spirit of the season. They’re not bad with holiday decor, either.

Veritas Leases Exciting Aquitaine Retailer to Church/Upper Market Space

December 20, 2019  |  Hoodline

In an area “hit hard by vacancies in 2019”, Veritas is bringing in new tenants like Il Casaro Italian restaurant, plant store Plant Therapy and now the relocation of highly-regarded Aquitaine.

Veritas Innovations Platform Uses Carson Living and Aptly To Enhance Resident Experience

December 9, 2019  |  Urban Land Magazine

Carson Living provides a 24/7 virtual doorman to facilitate a more secure entry for guests, deliveries, vendors, and more, available to residents at no extra cost. Aptly gathers direct customer feedback on top of Veritas’ on-site resident-manager relationships and phone support.

S.F. Apartment Association Honors Veritas’ Ebe Kiis As Customer Service Pro of the Year

December 6, 2019

Other Veritas Nominees for SFAA Service Awards Included Danilo Arevalo, Brandon Delgado, Patric Dunbar, Lisa Flores and Tess Holestein-Hall

Revitalizing San Francisco Housing Stock Back to Habitability

December 3, 2019  |  RENTV.com

Veritas recently brought to life over 40 apartments in three San Francisco properties, equivalent to a typical-sized building. And explains how 'Residents First' drives the company's superior track record.

Veritas Helps Fund New Mobile Health Clinic

December 3, 2019

An innovative mobile health clinic designed to serve at-risk San Franciscans made its debut December 3, funded in part by grants from several San Francisco organizations including Veritas Investments.

Mobile Health Care on Way to the City’s Most Vulnerable

December 3, 2019  |  SF Chronicle

Veritas Investments, Sutter Health California Pacific Medical Center, and Wells Fargo contribute to HealthRight 360's splashy, brightly colored mobile clinic, unveiled this week.

Veritas Supports HealthRIGHT 360’s Innovative New Mobile Healthcare Clinic on Wheels

December 3, 2019  |  HealthRIGHT 360

Transforming Neglected Housing To Address San Francisco’s Housing Crisis

November 25, 2019

Veritas Investments has led the way on improving San Francisco’s rent-controlled housing stock through series of interior, exterior, life safety and system upgrades.

Emerging Geary ‘Restaurant Row’ Anchors Veritas’ Curation of Thriving Retail Neighborhood

November 19, 2019

A short walk west of Union Square along Geary Street, an enclave of restaurants and retailers is creating a destination for locals and visitors alike.

An open letter from Yat-Pang Au, CEO & Founder of Veritas Investments

November 10, 2019

Dear San Franciscans, When I moved to San Francisco from the South Bay, I loved the unique mix of people, cultures, tastes, and backgrounds in the city. I took a particular interest in the neighborhoods and buildings that brought everyone together.

Sparking Positive Change in Our Communities, Veritas Joins Pledge 1% Philanthropy Effort

November 4, 2019

With the consolidation of our long-held volunteerism efforts as Veritas Spark, a cohesive name befitting of the positive change we hope to engender in the communities we serve, Veritas also announces our commitment to the Pledge 1% movement.

Veritas Investments Announces New Initiatives to Improve Resident and Housing Needs

October 21, 2019

New programs include elimination of owner’s recovery of operating & maintenance expenses, creating first-in-the-nation resident ombudsperson program and creating hundreds of new, rent-controlled homes.

Loma Prieta Quake Anniversary: Staying Safe in San Francisco with Veritas’ Soft-Story Retrofits

October 18, 2019

This week’s rumbles and the anniversary of the big 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake are timely reminders for earthquake preparedness, with these safety tips provided courtesy of our Red Cross partners.

50-Foot Butterflies, Migrating Mural to Adorn Veritas Building

October 2, 2019

In a city known for eclectic public art, work on one of San Francisco’s most ambitious pieces begins this week.

Veritas Announces New Hardship Waiver Program for San Francisco Renters

September 24, 2019

Veritas addresses housing affordability for its most vulnerable residents with the announcement of a first-in-kind program to expedite hardship waivers for Operating and Maintenance (O&M), Capital Improvement (CI), and bond-related passthrough charges.

San Francisco-based Veritas Investments Strengthens Leadership Team, Appoints Jeff Jerden as Chief Operating Officer

September 19, 2019

Volunteer-run The Clean Mission takes trash collection into the public’s hands

September 3, 2019  |  Hoodline

Veritas’ Cleanup Drive in the Mission: 100 Staff, 3,500 Gallons of Trash, 1 Mattress

August 29, 2019

The Great San Francisco Apartment Hunt

August 13, 2019  |  RentSFNow via ABC7News

Building Renamed to Honor Artist Who Designed Rainbow Pride Flag

June 11, 2019  |  The San Francisco Examiner

Veritas Investments, Inc. Promotes Four Employees to Vice President in San Francisco, Adds a Vice President in Los Angeles

June 10, 2019  |  The Registry

Best Bosses in the Business

June 3, 2019  |  GlobeSt

Red Cross Provides Free Fire Alarms In San Francisco

May 21, 2019  |  Patch

Housing Crisis Needs Solutions Not Fear-Mongering Campaigns

December 21, 2018  |  San Francisco Business Times

Ride the PropTech Wave Without Drowning

June 13, 2018  |  National Apartment Association

Beyond The Bio: 16 Questions With Veritas Investments Chief Financial Officer Nina Tran

March 27, 2018  |  Bisnow Commercial Real Estate News

Creating New Housing from Thin Air

October 17, 2017  |  NAIOP Developments Magazine

Veritas Honored with an Art Deco Preservation Award

June 9, 2017  |  Art Deco Society of California

Meet 2017’s Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business

May 8, 2017  |  San Francisco Business Times

What’s Behind The Influx Of Accessory Dwelling Units?

May 1, 2017  |  Globe Street

Veritas Investments Named Real Estate Investment Fund of the Year-Innovation

February 27, 2017  |  The Registry

What Makes a REME Winner a Winner? Veritas, Others Share Insights

November 16, 2016  |  Globe Street

Six Residential Units Pre-Leasing Soon In Former Market & Church Commercial Building

November 10, 2016  |  Hoodline

Veritas Investments Wins IREM Workplace Environment Award

October 25, 2016  |  IREM

Veritas’ Tran Says Growth And Culture Are Not Mutually Exclusive

September 27, 2016  |  GlobeSt.com

San Francisco’s New Housing: Nooks and Crannies

August 1, 2016  |  Wall Street Journal

CEO and Founder of Veritas Investments Yat-Pang Au Chosen as Finalist for Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award

June 23, 2016  |  Veritas Investments Press Release

Veritas Investments Wins 5 Awards at the San Francisco Apartment Association Trophy Awards

February 11, 2016  |  SFAA

Partners Seek Institutional Assets Beyond 45-Building Portfolio

January 21, 2016  |  Globestreet News

Greentree/Veritas Win 5 SFAA (The San Francisco Apartment Association) Property Awards

December 9, 2015  |  The Registry

Ivanhoe Cambridge Grows Its M-F Portfolio in San Francisco with Veritas Investments

January 28, 2015  |  The Registry

Solar-Fueled Car Charger Raises the Roof on Ancillary Income

November 4, 2014  |  Multifamily Executive

Veritas Assists Positive Pedalers

June 13, 2014  |  Veritas Assists Positive Pedalers