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.

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What Happens if Energy Star Disappears?

Efficiency standards, building standards and more could all be thrown into disarray.

Energy Infrastructure Powers Up Multifamily

Resilience, cost savings and resident appeal make this a trend destined for growth.

Blackfin Acquires Augusta Property

Berkadia secured a $11.4 million Fannie Mae loan on the buyer’s behalf.

A photo of Vida Lakewood Ranch in Bradenton Florida, which traded for $92 million.

Florida Gulf Coast Asset Changes Hands for $92M

Berkadia brokered the transaction.

A photo of Sunflower Apartments in Houston, set to undergo property-wide renovations.

In Houston, Fairstead Invests $20M in Affordable Housing Rehab

The five-decade-old property will see upgrades to its building exteriors, units and mechanical systems.

Rendering of Saddleback Village at Stonegate, Dominium's affordable BTR project in Maricopa, Ariz.

Walker & Dunlop Closes $240M LIHTC Investment Fund

Most of the fund’s development partners are among the firm’s repeat clients.

A photo of Tides on Commerce in Las Vegas, the smaller of the two properties acquired by Kennedy Wilson.

Kennedy Wilson Acquires Mountain West Properties for $166M

The communities were purchased separately via a commingled fund.

A rendering of The Avenir, Silverstein's proposed mix-ed use tower in Hell's Kitchen.

JV to Deliver 2K Office-to-Residential Conversion Units to NYC

The projects are being proposed alongside the development of a mixed-use tower.

Two-level trapezoidal apartment building, light gray

Latigo Group Snags $182M for SoCal Project

The developer’s plans mark a milestone for this L.A. suburb.

2900 Terrace is a 324-unit luxury community in Miami.

Oak Row Equities Gains $211M for Miami Project

The project is designed to stand out from the myriad luxury rental options in the area.