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 edits in-depth stories on key trends shaping the commercial and multifamily real estate industries, coordinating a team of experienced writers. She also hosts award-winning podcast shows for both brands, including Mission Success: Women in Multifamily, NAA Insights, FTI Experts’ Hub, RICS Monitor and CREW Up.

Laura holds a B.A. in Journalism and an M.A. in Media Management. She can be reached at📧 laura.valean@cpe-mhn.com

Inside South Florida’s Affordable and Market-Rate Development

Integra Investments’ Nelson Stabile on the latest trends in investor sentiment and the demand for suburban product in metro Miami.

Orlando Multifamily Report – Spring 2020

The metro’s prime selling point during the expansion—its entertainment appeal—became a liability in the short term.

Raleigh Multifamily Report – Spring 2020

Raleigh-Durham kicked off 2020 on a high note, which helped the rental sector weather the difficult first half.

What Amenities Will Residents Want After the Pandemic?

With a strong emphasis on safety and cleanliness, common-area spaces are likely to change. StudioSIX5 Product Design Manager Claire Richards discusses the most important adjustments and their costs.

Pittsburgh Multifamily Report – Spring 2020

While the health crisis has taken its toll on the metro’s multifamily sector, a limited pipeline brings the silver lining.

Will the Pandemic Trigger Additional OZ Investments?

Joan Kramer, partner at Mountain Pacific Opportunity Partners, shares her thoughts on how coronavirus-influenced housing demand is likely to generate more interest in Los Angeles Opportunity Zones.

Tampa Multifamily Report – Spring 2020

While tourism woes are hurting the metro’s prospects, Tampa fared better than the national average as it emerged from lockdown.

3 Tips to Keep Senior Living Communities COVID-19-Free

Avanti Senior Living COO Lori Alford shares the owner-operator’s strategy for avoiding infections and other issues across its portfolio.

Is Now a Good Time to Invest in Affordable Housing?

Keith Harris, executive vice president of acquisitions at Avanath Capital Management, discusses investment strategies in the COVID-19 era and beyond.

Twin Cities Multifamily Report – Spring 2020

The Minneapolis-St. Paul rental market could weather the storm better than many coastal metros.