Many things have changed since the recession, including a turn around in construction costs. Ron Ladell, senior vice president, AvalonBay Communities talks about how to combat those rising costs. More
The benefits include financial incentives, improved building performance, and... More
Having an efficient system in place for buying products and services is crucial to profitability. More
Real-time water-monitoring solutions help keep multifamily property owners from flushing money down the toilet. More
There's an art, and science, to timing the materials and labor market. More
As developers begin to look at whether new construction pencils out again, architects, property managers, and general contractors are getting a lot of calls to do studies and help underwrite deals. Some of these proposals will turn into nothing, but others could eventually lead to starts. What separates a winner from a loser? Well, finding debt and equity is always the biggest driver. More
Her process, which mixes chemicals and bacteria, could supplement conventional bricks whose production causes a lot of pollution. More
Some multifamily firms have been able to creatively wrestle new dollars, while cutting expenses, by uncovering latent opportunities throughout the downturn. More
Many apartment communities around the country are well into their peak watering season (usually March to June). But turning that spigot on is getting more and more expensive. More
Multifamily owners need to know that when it comes to cutting costs, nothing is off the table. More