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: January Jobs Jump Broad Based
The U.S. economy not only added 243,000 jobs in January, which was a surprise to dismal scientists expecting something more dismal, but the growth turned out to be broad based, which was something of a surprise as well.
'Economy Watch' Podcast with Dees Stribling: Strong Job Report
Some discouraging numbers this week, but in the end, the unexpectedly strong jobs report put a positive spin on things.
Apartments.com Donates $15,000 to Chicago Coalition for the Homeless
Apartments.com presented a check for $15,000 to the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless recently at the culmination of their “Raising Awareness. Taking Action: A Campaign to Help End Homelessness” Facebook initiative.
On Track: Construction of Charlotte Transit-Oriented Development
Construction is now underway on the Fountains at New Bern Station, a 208-unit luxury rental community in Charlotte, N.C.‘s historic South End.
On Track: Construction of Charlotte Transit-Oriented Development
Construction is now underway on the Fountains at New Bern Station, a 208-unit luxury rental community in Charlotte, N.C.’s historic South End.
Economy Watch: Economy Continues to Create Jobs
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on Friday that 243,000 jobs were added to the economy in January–up unexpectedly from 203,000 in December.
$3.4B in Multifamily Property Energy Savings for the Taking
According to a report released by CNT Energy and the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, multifamily building owners could keep approximately $3.4 billion in their pockets annually through energy efficiency upgrades.
It's Election Season Again
Debates, hearings and political posturing will sideline resolutions on critical issues.
Buttoning Up: Products for an Energy-Efficient Building
No matter what eco-friendly products you offer in your building, it doesn’t truly matter if heat is escaping through improperly sealed windows and doors, or if the building is not insulated well.
Bathroom Wish List
MHN finds out what features apartment residents value most.