Suzann D. Silverman is editorial director of CPE. She has covered the commercial and multifamily real estate industry since 1995, becoming editor-in-chief of Commercial Property Executive (formerly Commercial Property News) in 1998 and editorial director of both CPE and Multi-Housing News in 2016. She is also serving a second term as a board member of the National Association of Real Estate Editors. You can reach her at [email protected].

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

New Solutions to Housing Affordability

Rising construction costs are complicating efforts to meet demand for low-income housing. But new collaborations and the President’s recently announced plan offer possibilities for success.

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

Multifamily Real Estate’s Mandate for Climate Change

Environmental efforts have historically taken a backseat during recessions. But real estate’s significant contributions to the carbon footprint necessitate a change in thinking regardless of the economic climate.

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

Senior’s Moment

Demand for senior housing is back up, attracting investors, developers—and robot dogs!

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

Outlook: 2022

The multifamily sector is poised for further growth. But that doesn’t mean you should just sit back and wait for it to happen.

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

Smart Score

With implementation of smart technology so prevalent among apartment communities, how do you make your offerings stand out?

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

Creating Appeal

Apartment performance is strong, but so is competition. Here are some key ways to stand out and stay ahead.

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

Team Effort

Brainstorming as a team provides added value through a range of perspectives and insights—and the tactic can benefit management of your communities, as well.

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

The Next Amenities

The challenge right now is knowing which offerings to convert and which to leave.

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

New Possibilities

Dedicated, even coordinated, effort will be required in order to emerge from the past year’s difficulties and resume our path forward.

Editorial Director Suzann D. Silverman

A Personal Touch

Apartment marketing has been taken to a whole new level in the changed environment of the past several months.

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