Groundbreaking Ideas
Citing low labor and material costs, recovering fundamentals, and a dire lack of competitive market supply, the progressive multifamily mindset says construction starts now. Read more
Friedman Reinvents AEC
Jeffrey I. Friedman re-engineers Associated Estates Realty Corp. to survive tough times--and it's even tougher midwest markets. Read more
Is the Development and Acquisition Resurgence Too Soon?
Though multifamily companies look to start new groundbreakings and deploy funds in 2010, the economy may not be ready. Read more
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Reality Check
Brokers say multifamily asset sellers will soften on 2010 pricing, improving rock-bottom transaction volumes. Read more
Despite a landmark fair housing settlement between the National Fair Housing Alliance and the A.G. Spanos Cos. announced earlier this month, the pace of fair housing lawsuits levied against multifamily developers is likely to continue unabated, said a panel of experts at the International Builder Show (IBS) in Las Vegas earlier this week. Read more
Tough Road Ahead for Construction Industry
The construction industry predicts limited recovery until the end of 2010. Read more
Mammoth Manhattan property likely to be snatched up by private equity, not institutional capital. Read more
News Bites: March 2010
Fairfield bankruptcy expedited, Equity expands its New York portfolio, and more industry news. Read more
Industry Balks at Changes That Would Make Construction Lending Harder to Secure. Read more
REGIONAL OUTLOOK
San Diego Apartment Fundamentals Show Signs of Steadiness
Strong fundamentals and job growth point to a strong 2010 for San Diego's multifamily market. Read more