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Economy Watch: Pending Home Sales See Uptick
The National Association of Realtors’ Pending Home Sales Index—a forward-looking indicator based on contract signings—was up 0.8 percent to 104.8 in November from 104.0 in October.
What Renters Want with Jessica Fiur: Goodbye, 2014: Apartment Trends We’re So Over
In 2015, let’s make some apartment resolutions to see the end of these tired trends.
MHN Interview: Brice Leconte, Founder, iUnit
iUnit is a new modular housing project coming to Denver in 2015, blending smart energy use, wireless connectivity, green construction and the urban living preferences of American Millennials.
Economy Watch: Holiday Retail Sales Strong This Year
Holiday retail sales between Thanksgiving and Christmas—except for car sales— increased 5.5 percent this year compared to the same period last year, according to MasterCard’s SpendingPulse report.
Delivering Design
One of the top names in multifamily, RDJA got its start in hotels.
Recertifying a Building as LEED EB Platinum
The 18-story office building at 750 East Pratt Street has been recertified and is now the first LEED EB Platinum building in Baltimore.
Multifamily Developers Advance Plans for Nearly 500 Units
Two new projects took major strides this month. Together, they will bring almost 500 units to the Greater Cincinnati area.
Authenticity is Key: Why Toby Bozzuto Knows Design Creates Value
Whether they’re developing new multifamily assets or providing third-party management services, Bozzuto’s award-winning apartment communities are known for their focus on delivering cutting-edge design that resonates with residents.
Seniors Community Funded by WNC LIHTC Equity Opens in Honolulu
Pacific Housing Assistance Corporation recently held a dedication ceremony to officially mark the opening of Senior Residence at Iwilei, an affordable seniors housing building that was partially funded with $24 million in LIHTC equity from Irvine, Calif.-based WNC.