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/.
What Renters Want with Jessica Fiur: The Problem With Some Amenities
Striking a balance between good-in-theory amenities, and way-too-popular amenities.
Fannie Mae Names Walker & Dunlop Top Lender for 2014
For the third consecutive year, Walker & Dunlop Inc. was named as the top Fannie Mae DUS Lender by volume.
‘Economy Watch’ Podcast with Dees Stribling: Good Job Numbers Good for Real Estate
Good jobs numbers are good for real estate.
REIT Investors Spooked by Jobs Report: Should They Be?
REITs did an interesting thing not long after the BLS jobs numbers were published on Friday: share values took a dive.
Luxury and Exclusivity Key Selling Point at New Manhattan Condos
A new condo’s amenities include a sauna, private bicycle storage areas and a wine cellar with a private dining room. Is this what owners are looking for?
Why This Joint Venture is Heading to The Village
Greystone has acquired a major interest in the prime West Village location of 130 7th Avenue South.
Economy Watch: The Long-Term Loss of Retail Jobs
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the number of retail jobs nationwide increased by 46,000 in January, which is a good thing, but in fact retail employment trends haven’t been all that strong in recent years.
New Internet Rules Positive for Apartment Owners
In a remarkable turnaround from only a year or so ago, FCC chairman Tom Wheeler has proposed rules that will stop ISPs from blocking or slowing down Internet content at will, or accepting payments for sending data more quickly.
Taking Student Housing to the Next Level
KSQ’s new student housing community includes unique features that promote both community building and privacy for the students.
Economy Watch: Construction Continues to Add Jobs
The U.S. economy created a net of 257,000 jobs in January, which was stronger than expected, and an uptick from the relatively weak report in December.