Diana Firtea is an associate editor with Commercial Property Executive and Multi-Housing News. She has been with the company for almost four years and joined the CPE-MHN team in 2022. Diana writes stories on different topics, mainly focusing on the affordable, senior, office and retail markets. You can reach out to her at diana.firtea@cpe-mhn.com.

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MHN Asks: When Will Multifamily’s Rebound Show in the Numbers?

Hamilton Zanze CEO Kurt Houtkooper on how he’ll know a durable recovery is taking hold in 2026.

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NYC’s Multifamily Market: Waiting to Exhale

GAIA Real Estate CEO Danny Fishman on why policy clarity will be key to restarting investment and development in the Big Apple.

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NYSAFAH’s Carlina Rivera on Shaping New York’s Affordable Housing Agenda

The New York state affordable housing association CEO reflects on bringing lived experience to policy leadership, navigating high-stakes housing debates and advancing women’s roles in real estate.

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How Riverline Is Reclaiming Tulsa’s Riverfront

Two Rainier leaders on the $400 million public-private plan reshaping 37 acres along the Arkansas River.

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Affordable Housing Finance Outlook for 2026

From capital stack gaps to underwriting recalibration, TD Bank’s Andrew Warren outlines what lenders and developers should expect.

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New Generation, Same Mission: PRC’s Next Phase in Affordable Housing

Principal & CEO Matthew Linde on leadership transition and how the firm is aligning mission and market realities as it expands beyond New York City.

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From Pet-Friendly to Pet-Inclusive Housing: Does the Policy Shift Pay Off?

Industry and nonprofit leaders explain how fewer restrictions and waived fees are reshaping the resident experience—and what it means for operators.

What Trends Will Shape the Condominium Market in 2026?

As capital stacks grow more complex and buyer preferences evolve, industry leaders outline what will matter most this year across major markets.

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When Affordable Housing Design Starts With Lived Experience

Lily Ciammaichella discusses how her background continues to shape her approach to housing, community and leadership at KTGY in California.

Affordable Housing in 2026: A Year of Pressure and Possibility

Next year will test the sector’s ability to deliver long-term affordability. Industry leaders share what will shape the path forward.