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/.
7 Apartment Security Tips
Are you doing everything you can to ensure your safety and security in your apartment? Here are seven apartment security tips.
SCP Acquires Oklahoma City Apartment Community
Chicago-based Strategic Capital Partners has acquired Quail Springs, a 276-unit apartment community on Oklahoma City’s northeast side.
‘What Renters Want’ with Jessica Fiur: 7 Apartment Security Tips
There’s just something about a man in uniform that makes me feel safe. (It’s why Fleet Week in Manhattan is one of my all-time favorite holidays. Well, that’s one of the reasons. Seeing cute sailors on every block certainly doesn’t hurt, either.) And it’s not just me—that’s why police officers can sometimes receive discounts on their rent or mortgages. My friend, who’s on the SWAT team, was actually encouraged to leave his squad car out in his driveway of the apartment community, both to help other residents feel secure and to deter potential criminals. It’s important that you feel safe and…
Study Finds Boomers Unhappy with Traditional Retirement Communities
A recent study reveals that “traditional” retirement communities might become a thing of the past for boomers, unless some important changes are made.
Miami Affordable Property Opens Fully Leased
Vista Mar, a 110-unit apartment community in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood, has opened its doors.
WNC Promotes Two Executives Amid Continued Growth and Expansion
WNC & Associates Inc., a national investor in urban renewal and affordable housing projects, has promoted two executives, bolstering its Legal Services and Acquisitions divisions amid continued growth and expansion.
Arbor Appoints Joseph Donovan to Lead Expanded HUD/FHA Lending Group
Arbor Commercial Mortgage LLC, a national, direct commercial real estate lender, today the appointment of Joseph Donovan to senior vice president, director of FHA lending, in Arbor’s Boston office.
Essex Realty Group Selling 740-Unit Chicago Rental Portfolio
Essex Realty Group has been named the exclusive broker for a 740-unit portfolio of five buildings in the Uptown and Rogers Park neighborhoods of Chicago.
M&T Realty Capital Appoints Joe Delaney Managing Director
M&T Realty Capital Corporatio, a full-service mortgage banking company and subsidiary of M&T Bank, announced the appointment of Joe Delaney as managing director of Multifamily Finance.
Tips for a Relatively Painless Move
Moving to a new apartment can be pretty stressful. Here are some tips to make the experience a little easier.