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/.
RealPage Acquires Rent Mine Online
RealPage, Inc., a provider of on demand software and software-enabled services to the rental housing industry, recently announced that it has acquired RentMineOnline Inc., a software-as-a-service provider of social network marketing solutions for the multifamily rental housing industry (www.rentmineonline.com).
Projected Economic Activity Downgraded for Second Half of 2012 Housing Remains a Bright Spot Despite Overall Slowdown
Recent data indicate a slowdown in economic activity for the remainder of 2012, yet modest growth is still expected, according to Fannie Mae’s Economic & Strategic Research Group.
Economy Watch: State Unemployment Rates Stuck in Neutral
The Bureau of Labor Statistics said that state and regional unemployment rates didn’t budge much in June.
The LeFrak Organization Welcomes New Regional Leasing Director
The LeFrak Organization, one of the largest private real estate holders in the world, announced today that Brian Decillis has joined the company as Newport’s regional leasing director.
Apartment Rents Still Ballooning in Manhattan
Landlords have it good in Manhattan, at least in terms of a recovery in rental rates in recent years, according to a new report by Real Impact Real Estate.
Historic Gothic Building Redeveloped into Luxury Apartment Community
It is possible to have all the charm of an old building with all the conveniences and luxury of a new one, as 806 Capital and Federal Capital Partners are proving with The Arch, a historic gothic building open for pre-leasing of luxury apartments.
Economy Watch: Existing Home Sales Drop
Existing home sales, which have been on an upward trajectory most of this year, took a dip in June, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Doha Festival City a Result of the Middle East’s Continued Growth
The capital city of Qatar is set to get a massive shopping center currently under development by Bawabat Al-Shamal Real Estate Company, or Basrec, a joint venture between Al-Futtaim, Qatar Islamic Bank and Aqar Real Estate Development and Investment.
Boston Capital Invests in Three North Carolina Affordable Developments
Boston Capital has invested in the construction of a trio of North Carolina affordable multifamily developments.
MG Properties Group Hires Richard Gelbart as Vice President, Investor Relations
MG Properties Group (MGPG), a private, San Diego-based real estate investor and operator, has announced the hiring of Richard Gelbart to the newly created position of vice president, investor relations.