Multifamily Crawls Out of Green Infancy
The struggles of multifamily real estate in addressing the green movement. Read more
Domain Cos.' Young Founders Make Big Impact in New Orleans
It’s not that the young developers are cocky; confident is more like it. And rightly so. In little more than five years at Domain, the duo has already established an impeccable track record of success. Read more
Green Building Should Focus on Existing, Not New, Multifamily Stock
Every multifamily real estate owner is tripping over themselves in a mad rush to get the latest green features, while existing stock is being largely ignored. Read more
The Apartment Industry Benchmarks Sustainability
The apartment industry must prepare for impending federal and local green mandates. Read more
Stat of the Month
Limited Number of Apartments Bought in Q1
Sales volume by all major buyers plummets in the first quarter. Read more
Distressed Assets Add Up and Other Industry News Bites
Student housing fund launches development, agencies call for infrastructure plan, and lenders see volatility. Read more
Moving On Out
While most Americans seemed content to stay put in 2008, more than one in four renters lived in a different residence than they occupied in 2007, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Read more
Architectural Billings rebounded slightly in March, offering a sign of optimism to the real estate industry, according to the American Institute of Architects. Read more
Following Up
Paradigm Properties president Eric Blevins was looking for some objective feedback on nine geographically diverse properties when he initiated a resident survey program. Read more
Developers Approach El Paso Military Housing with Trepidation
El Paso developers have a message for the Army: We want you—but only if the price is right. Read more
Regional Outlook
Portland Demonstrates Strong Multifamily Fundamentals
It's the catchphrase that's been lobbied around amongst Portland, Ore.'s multifamily leaders: "Cautious optimism." Read more
New Developments
Belle Shores Condos Is A Popular Choice Due To Its Beachfront Location
Sales at New York beachfront condo outpace expectation. Read more
Done Deal
New Freddie Mac Program Hopes to Revive Securitization Market
Lindsey Management deal sets the stage for Freddie Mac's Capital Markets Execution (CME) program. Read more
Tech Specs
Apartment Operators Make Better Use of Tech Systems
Overlooking key applications could cause apartment owners and managers to lose out on vital revenue streams. Read more
Green Certification for Materials and Products
Cradle to Cradle certification ranks sustainable materials and products. Read more
Landmarks: Rokko Housing One, Tokyo
Built in Tokyo in 1982, Rokko Housing One serves as a model for architects everywhere. Read more