Jessica Fiur is the editor-in-chief at Multi-Housing News and Commercial Property Executive and writes the award-winning blog What Renters Want.

Jessica has been with the company since 2011 and previously was with Weekly Reader and IQPC. Contact Jessica at jessica.fiur@cpe-mhn.com, on Twitter @jfiur or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicafiur/.

New Hyatt Place Opens in Tijuana, Mexico

Hyatt Place Tijuana opened in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced recently.

Attracting Traditional Buyers in Arizona

Deco Communities is developing Inspire on Earll, a $42 million project that will consist of 97 contemporary-styled residences on the edge of vibrant Old Town Scottsdale.

Economy Watch: Are Mortgage Credit Conditions Getting Better?

The Federal Open Market Committee talks about interest rates and mortgage credit conditions.

Guest Blog: Active Adult Living: Marketing Amenities for Broad Appeal

By Michael Mendillo, President, FirstService Residential Mid-Atlantic For today’s active adult residents, a marketable and appealing community amenity is not what it used to be. In fact, it’s not one specific thing at all, unlike in the past when a top-notch golf course drove the formula for success. Now amenities are a different story altogether–a story marked by diverse activities that reflect the unique and varied interests of the 55-plus audience. The golf course still has a place in the overall plan for many, but it has been joined by a host of potential options: team sports programs, on-property bike…

What Renters Want with Jessica Fiur: 5 Ways You’re Infuriating Your Renters

Do you do these things at your community? Here’s why you shouldn’t.

Work Starts on Condos Near Manhattan’s Billionaire Row

Euro Properties has started work on a condo tower at 118 East 59th St. in Manhattan with the demolition of the existing property on the site. When complete, the new property will offer 29 full-floor and larger residences, and be anchored by a three-floor retail condo on its lower floors.

Largest Apple Store in Asia Opens in Hangzhou, China

The largest Apple Store in Asia, located close to Hangzhou’s West Lake in China, recently opened its doors.

TOD to Cut Down on Car Congestion

A parcel at East 6th Street and Comal Avenue in Austin, Texas, will be the site of a two-building mixed-use project from Transwestern Development Company.

Economy Watch: How to Put Homebuilding Back on Track

Homebuilders aren’t pessimistic these days, but they aren’t overly optimistic about the state of their business either.

Infographic: How NYC Rents Changed This January

A look at how rents changed in New York City last month.