A Chicago-based freelance writer since 1989, Jefftrey Steele has written on real estate for more than three decades. His real estate writing has appeared in the Chicago Tribune, Barron's, Modern Luxury, HouseLogic, Forbes.com and many other publications. He has written for Multi-Housing News since 2009.

Fogelman Properties JV Lands Charleston Community

This is the 16th multifamily acquired by Fogelman and Thackeray Partners.

Multifamily Developers Hampered by Regulation-Related Costs: NMHC

New research shows the heavy toll bureaucracy takes on development projects.

Griffin Capital JV Completes Phase II of Colorado Project

Legacy at Fitz is one of nine communities being developed within an opportunity zone.

Viewpoint Equities Buys in Orlando

CBRE Capital Markets negotiated a $72.5 million acquisition loan on behalf of the buyer.

Why Geofencing Is Top of the Marketing Funnel

As a tool to target prospective renters, this technology is growing in popularity among property managers.

Inland Opens St. Paul Apartments

The community helps fill a gap in a traditionally undersupplied submarket.

ZOM Living Sells Charlotte Property for $131M

This sale sets a new record for highest per-unit price ever paid for a multifamily development in the state.

Two Roads Development Secures $150M for Miami Project

Funds will go towards the purchase of a condominium property that will make way for a luxury tower.

Bell Partners Acquires 2 Communities in North Carolina

The acquisitions come on the heels of the firm’s nearly $1 billion fund closing.

Aventon Breaks Ground in Orlando

This 308-unit project marks the company’s fourth investment in the metro area.