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/.
JDC Completes Latest California Apartment Redevelopment
JDC Construction + Development Group has completed the $4 million restoration of the 237-unit 1718 Ximeno Ave. apartment property in the Park Estates section of Long Beach, Calif.
ApartmentFinder.com Releases Citrus, Featuring Enhanced Intuitive Navigation And Advanced Search Technology
ApartmentFinder.com launched its latest site update called Citrus. Significant navigation and design enhancements to the homepage and search features make it easier than ever for renters to find their ideal apartment from one of the largest collections of U.S. apartment rentals online.
Hines, MetLife to Develop Quincy, Mass., Waterfront Community
International real estate firm Hines, in conjunction with MetLife, has announced it will develop a mixed-use multifamily property on the Quincy, Mass., waterfront.
Economy Watch: More Millionaires Than Ever
Boston Consulting Group, in its Global Wealth 2014 report, said that the total number of millionaire households reached 16.3 million worldwide in 2013, up strongly from 13.7 million in 2012 and representing 1.1 percent of all households globally (an almost literal 1 percent).
Northridge Apartments Nearly Leased Up
The 402-unit Terrena mixed-used property, which is in the Northridge district of L.A., has nearly leased its multifamily component. The community consists of a mix of studio and one- and two-bedroom units, as well as about 14,000 square feet of retail space.
Guest Blog: Between Residents: 5 Things You Should Check
Although it’s tempting to just give the place a quick spit-and-polish before turning it over, after residents leave is a great time to get some preventive maintenance done on your rental property.
The Lightstone Group Names Mark C. Green Senior Vice President of Construction
The Lightstone Group, a privately held real estate company, has named Mark C. Green, veteran of nearly two decades in the real estate development industry, as its senior vice president of construction.
Hines Managed Fund Acquires Mixed-Use Developments in Germany
Hines Immobilien GmbH, a fund set up and managed by Hines, has acquired two mixed-use property assets in Germany, namely Kö-Quartier in Düsseldorf and Kronprinzbau in Stuttgart
Union Investment Acquires Landmark Weser Tower in Bremen
By Gabriel Circiog, Associate Editor Bremen, Germany—Union Investment recently announced the acquisition of the landmark Weser Tower in Bremen, Germany, in a deal that is deemed as one of the most significant real estate transactions seen in Bremen. The Hamburg-based investment manager acquired the building from developer Siedentopf for an undisclosed price. “The combination of a high quality property, its excellent location and the fact that it is fully let to a financially sound municipal company made the decision to enter the Bremen office market easy,” says Christoph Schumacher, a member of the management team at Union Investment Institutional Property…
U.S. Green Building Council Awards LEED Certification to Facilities Hosting The 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil
As the 2014 FIFA World Cup is in full effect, the U.S. Green Building Council announced that a number of the arenas hosting matches have been awarded LEED certification.