Commentary

Commentary

• It’s time to say goodbye—and hello to a new chapter for the magazine.

  It’s time to say goodbye—and hello to a new chapter for the magazine.

   

• Renting Gaining in Popularity on Homeownership

  New multifamily industry data show that consumers are rethinking the prospect of owning a home in favor of renting.

   

• The Changing Face of Multifamily

  The forces of change are alive and well in the multifamily industry, with various professionals assuming new roles--all in the interest of remaining competitive.

   

• The 2011 MFE Awards Winners

  The industry's most stunning projects also suggest a healthy future for multifamily.

   

• Team Spirit

  Even as we aspire to be good leaders and managers every day, in the end, it takes a good team to get you to the finish line.

   

• Multifamily Will Lead Real Estate Recovery

  Going forward, multifamily projects are squarely positioned to lead the way toward the overall revival of the real estate industry.

   

• Face Market Opportunities Judiciously

  Multifamily pros who are rushing ahead in the excitement of unprecedented market opportunities would do well to remember the mistakes of the past.

   

• What's Burdening Renters?

  Rising rents are not the root cause of renters' struggles.

   

• A Healthy Dose of Big Ideas

  Brainstorming with your staff can keep your team feeling energized, creative, and productive all year long.

   

• These Three Start-Ups Will Enjoy the Multifamily Recovery

  A great photo shoot and three smart entrepreneurs has me feeling optimistic about the future of multifamily development.

   

• Multifamily Green Proponets Push Benchmarking Over Marketing

  Sustainability may appeal to potential residents, but apartment owners today are worried about benchmarking, tracking usage, and getting the biggest ROI.

   

• Sorting Fact From Fiction in Green Multifamily Building

  Amid the many green building programs that have emerged in recent years, apartment owners can have a hard time separating myth from reality.

   

• Multifamily Industry Needs a Strong Voice in Policy Making

  NAHB's chairman explains why, with the uncertainty surrounding tax reform and housing finance, the multifamily sector must guard its interests at all levels of government.

   

• Diversity is the Key to a Successful Journey

  No matter what road you're on in life or in business, a diverse mix can make sure you're around to succeed.

   

• Gen Y Renters will be Tech-Savvy and Extremely Fickle

  When it comes to marketing and renting to recent college graduates, the industry still doesn't know enough.

   

• It Takes Work, but Staying Ahead of Technology is a Necessary Evil

  Even if you're a tech-savvy company, it can be hard to stay ahead of the latest-and-greatest technologies. But doing so is important.

   

• Recent Fannie Mae Study Shows Shift in Housing Perceptions

  Renters look less favorably on owning a home, which bodes well for multifamily operators.

   

• Succession Planning is a Two-Way Street

  The person passing the power and the person taking the driver's seat have to be on the same wavelength.

   

• Take the 2011 Rental Forecasts With a Grain of Salt

  It's a tough climb ahead to a full recovery, regardless of what the numbers say.

   

• Rethinking Multifamily Strategy

  Multifamily owners are optimistic about growth and expansion in 2011, but rather than make just any deal, they're refining their strategies to ensure they make the right deals.