2009 MFE Awards
In a battered economy and shell-shocked development climate, the winners of the 2009 MFE Awards take advantage of challenging opportunities with hard work and creative ideas. Read more
Switching Roles
With development and acquisition activity at a standstill, firms are looking for innovative ways to retain top talent. Read more
All You Need is Trust
When it comes to business, having partners you can trust and have faith in makes for amazing results. Read more
stat of the month
Ditch Paper Checks and Save Trees
Electronic rent payment scores big points with residents—and the environment. Read more
Tablet PCs Boost Multifamily Construction, Maintenance Technology
Construction and maintenance crews turn to tablet PCs for increased efficiencies. Read more
Case Dismissed
In a decision that may have far-reaching implications throughout the apartment industry, the U.S. District Court for the District Of Columbia threw out a suit brought by the Washington, D.C-based Equa Read more
News Bites: November 2009
RealPage acquires EverGreen Solutions, Wood Partners eschews development business, ERC fair housing suit thrown out, and other industry news. Read more
In 2005, Wood Partners was the top builder on Multifamily Executive’s annual Top 50 Builders ranking. In 2008 and 2009, it came in fifth on the list. But in a surprise move that shows just how far the construction market has fallen, the Atlanta-based company has decided to change its focus from development and construction to asset management and property management. Read more
Multifamily software and services provider launches new cloud computing division and establishes senior housing platform. Read more
REGIONAL Outlook
Desert Shift
Attitudes are changing about the Phoenix apartment market, and that bodes well for owners and investors. Read more
Options for Cabinet Upgrades
Some owners choose to reface or repaint outdated cabinets while others choose to replace them. Read more
Landmarks: 15-25 Davies Street, London
15-25 Davies Street in London blends traditional design materials into a historic neighborhood. Read more
2009 MFE Merit Awards Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, High-Rise
Fifteen Twenty-One Second Avenue wins 2009 MFE award for High-Rise project of the year. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Mid-Rise
Avalon Anaheim Stadium wins 2009 MFE award for mid-rise project of the year. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Low-Rise
Lavender Court wins 2009 MFE award for low-rise project of the year. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Senior Housing
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland wins 2009 MFE award for senior housing project of the year. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Student Housing
Taylor Place wins MFE 2009 award for student housing project of the year. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Military Housing
Clark Realty Capital's Pacific Beacon wins 2009 MFE award for military housing project of the year. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Affordable Housing
ROEM Development wins 2009 MFE award for affordable housing. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Mixed-Income
MetroPointe wins 2009 MFE award for mixed-income project of the year. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Apartment Renovation
CRES Management's Quality Hill Apartments and Condominiums wins 2009 MFE award for apartment renovation project of year. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Adaptive Reuse
Eitel Building City Apartments win 2009 MFE award for adaptive reuse project of the year. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Best Reuse of Land
The Preserve wins 2009 MFE award for best reuse of land. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Green
Gables Takoma Park wins 2009 MFE Award for green project of the year. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Marketing and Advertising
Avalon Morningside Park ad campaign wins 2009 MFE award for marketing and advertising. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Community Service
Make a Difference Day 2008 wins 2009 MFE award for marketing and advertising. Read more
MFE 2009 Awards, Best Use of Technology
UDR Spanish Web site wins 2009 MFE award for best use of technology. Read more