Business Specialties
IRS Issues "Repair Regulations," Multifamily Industry Now Has to Figure Them Out
There are new federal regulations regarding the tax treatment of costs incurred in acquiring, maintaining and improving tangible property, including multifamily buildings. The Internal Revenue Service issued temporary and proposed ruleson the matter just before Christmas–and now it’s up to members of the multifamily industry to figure out how they will affect their businesses.
Robotic Convenience Store to be Installed at Apartment Community
Ladera Palms Apartment Homes in Fort Worth will soon be home to Shop24, a self-contained, totally automated, robotic convenience store.
Cooper Square Realty Reaches 500th Managed Property
Cooper Square Realty recently added the 500th property to its portfolio of managed buildings. What began in 1987 as a one-employee, one-building operation has evolved to become the largest residential property manager in New York City. That original client remains with Cooper Square Realty to this day. The company manages properties in all five boroughs of New York, as well as several high-rises along New Jersey’s Gold Coast, including cooperatives, condominiums and rental properties. “The Cooper Square Realty formula for success is a simple one that has remained unchanged over the years: provide professional and personalized services, ensure that our…
Translating the ‘Outdoor Room’ Concept for Apartment Living
It’s possible to live in a multifamily setting with much more connection to the outdoors and nature than most residents would have experienced in single-family homes with large yards. Providing this option can help people transition from leafy, low-density suburbs into a more compact and sustainable urban fabric.
Today's Deals: Post Properties Completes $184.7M Prepayment on MF Notes
Post Properties completes a prepayment on notes secured by six properties; and Senior Housing Properties announces a termination of 10 leases with Sunrise Senior Living.
9 Things Renters in Their Late 30s to 40s Want in an Apartment
Renters in their late 30s to 40s likely have careers, families and responsibilities. So what are they looking for in an apartment? Here are nine suggestions.
MHN TV: Adaptive Reuse Development in New Orleans
David Abbenante, President of HRI Management, talks about how the company has helped rebuild New Orleans by turning abandoned industrial buildings into thriving multi-housing communities.
Renters' Choice: Technology Wish List
MHN finds out what features apartment residents value most.
Trimming Expenses: Energy Assessment
An energy assessment can make your building more efficient.