Forbes explored the evolving world of furnished, extended-stay living, and Korman Communities' own Lea Anne Welsh, President of AVE and COO of Korman Communities, was tapped to share her perspective on how the industry — and the people choosing it — have changed. As the article notes, flexible-stay living has moved well beyond its digital-nomad reputation, now welcoming a truly diverse mix of residents seeking comfort, consistency, and community.
Lea Anne shared that AVE's client base has shifted dramatically over the past five years, now split evenly between corporate and individual residents. That includes everyone from snowbirds and downsizers to people navigating major life transitions or simply exploring a new city before committing to it. It's a shift that speaks to something AVE has always believed: home should adapt to life's many chapters, not the other way around.
The feature also highlighted what makes AVE's approach stand out in this fast-growing category — furnished apartments built for stays of 30 days or more, complete with condo-like comforts like gourmet kitchens, resort-style pools, social lounges, coffee bars, and on-demand access to flex workspace and conference rooms. It's this blend of hospitality-level service and genuine residential comfort that continues to set AVE apart as more travelers and residents alike discover the value of flexible, Live Better® living.
