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/.
Economy Watch: Euro Zone Growth Stagnates in Q2
Eurostat, the statistics arm of the European Union, reported that gross domestic product in the euro zone (the 18 nations that use the common currency) neither grew nor contracted in the second quarter of 2014 compared with Q1.
INNOVATIVE Restructures to Create Additional Focus on Conventional Multifamily Communities, Hires Dana Caudell
INNOVATIVE Real Estate Companies has restructured to create additional emphasis on conventional multifamily in addition to student housing. INNOVATIVE’s principals—Doug Sherman, Michael Augustine and Jared Miller—are positioning the company for a period of strong growth in both sectors.
Bozzuto Communities Named Best Apartments in NY and Arlington, Va., says J Turner Research
Bozzuto Management Company, a Greenbelt, Md.-based residential property management company active throughout the East Coast, announced that Bozzuto communities were named as the “Best Property” in two of the largest and most competitive markets in the country – New York and Arlington, Va.
Rich Davis joins Multi-Housing News as Advertising Director
Multi-Housing News is proud to welcome Rich Davis as the newest addition to the team.
American Standard Expands U.S. Design Team with Addition of Three Experienced Creative Pros
As part of its ongoing effort to expand and enhance the role of design across its key business processes, American Standard Brands recently welcomed three additions to the company’s design team.
Lifescapes Completes Vegas-Style Apartment Rooftop in SoCal
Lifescapes International has completed a one-acre rooftop design at the Marke, a new apartment property in Orange County developed by Lyon Communities.
Heron International Sells Heron Plaza Development Site to UOL Group as Buyer Plans European Hospitality Brand Debut
A major land transaction was recently completed as hotel operator UOL Group Ltd. acquired a plot of land in London.
Las Vegas’ Residential Market Continues Improvement as Hospitality Sector Inspires Southwest Region Comeback
With employment steadily improving in a job market that had been in dire need of improvement in recent years, and occupancy rates and rents experiencing sustainable growth, Las Vegas is poised for a better year in terms of its apartment market by the end of 2014.
Meadow Partners Acquires Rocket Factory Lofts in Brooklyn
Meadow Partners has acquired 100 South 4th St., a rental property with 75 loft apartments known as Rocket Factory Lofts in Brooklyn’s popular Williamsburg neighborhood.
Economy Watch: Retail Sales Flat in July
In July, American consumers took a break from an increase in retail spending.