Matthew Kaufman is an associate editor at Commerical Property Executive and Multi-Housing News, covering daily news and emerging real estate trends. He joined the team in 2025 after covering business and technology news for CNN. Matthew holds a B.A. in Journalism & Professional Writing from The College of New Jersey.

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OPTECH Special Report: Multifamily Continues Embrace of New Tech

Among other highlights, a former industry foe was welcomed as an ally.

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Thompson Thrift Starts Work on 300 Units in Colorado Springs

This is the developer’s second new project in the area this month.

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Eagle Partners Spends $107M on LA Apartments

The firm will convert all 350 units into affordable housing.

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LA Mixed-Use Project Gets Approved After 6-Year Struggle

The project benefited from the state’s builder’s remedy system.

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NYC Developers Welcome Wins for Local Ballot Measures

Supporters say the propositions will help lower hurdles to adding much-needed housing in the city.

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Ytech Secures $565M for 70-Story Miami Condo Tower

The building will be powered in part through solar energy.

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27K-Unit Queens Development Plans Advance

The two projects are the largest rezoning efforts the city has seen in decades.

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Leasing Roundtable: Tips for Up-and-Coming Agents

Multifamily insiders share their advice with newcomers looking to find their footing.

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Fed Cuts Rates for 2nd Consecutive Time

The latest decision could positively impact multifamily if it leads to further rate cuts in the near future.

A rendering of the Waterton and The NRP Group’s upcoming two-building luxury development in Las Vegas.

Waterton JV to Build Luxury Community in Las Vegas

The project is the firm’s first ground-up development.