Laura Valean is an Executive Editor with Commercial Property Executive and Multi-Housing News. She has a 12-year background in broadcast media and joined the CPE-MHN team in 2016. Laura writes and edits in-depth stories on the hottest topics in the real estate industry, but she is also the host of award-winning podcast shows for both brands. Laura holds a B.A. in Journalism and an M.A. in Media Management.
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Queens Multifamily Report – Summer 2020
While development dampened, luxury rents in the borough dropped significantly since the beginning of the pandemic.
Seattle’s Micro-Housing Movement: A Developer’s Take
Housing Diversity Corp.’s Brad Padden makes the case for small-footprint apartments to accommodate the pressing demand for more affordable housing options closer to the city center.
Charlotte Multifamily Report – Summer 2020
Despite deteriorating fundamentals, the metro’s diversifying economy is helping the rental market’s resilience.
Podcast: Unpredictability Remains Rental Housing Providers’ Main Concern
Although the housing market is a bright spot in the economy, owners and operators worry about what’s next. In our new podcast, NAA’s Paula Munger shares the findings of the association’s latest surveys.
Brooklyn Multifamily Report – Summer 2020
The borough’s rental segment continues to absorb the effects of New York City’s initial coronavirus wave.
How the Pandemic Could Spark More Conversion Projects
Can you build more affordable and workforce housing units without federal funds? Repvblik Founder & CEO Richard Rubin says yes. Here’s more on his business model, strategy and expectations.
Salt Lake City Multifamily Report – Summer 2020
While multifamily rent growth took a hit, transaction activity grew when compared to 2019 volumes.
A Close-Up on South Florida’s Senior Housing Sector
ZOM Senior Living Vice President Brett Gelsomino discusses the prospects for the industry in light of the current economic situation.
Jacksonville Multifamily Report – Summer 2020
The metro’s average rent slid 30 basis points in three months, underperforming against the U.S. average.
Columbus Multifamily Report – Summer 2020
The metro’s average rate inched up 40 basis points in three months, while the U.S. figure contracted.