Finance & Investment
Detroit’s Quicken Loans Is the No. 1 Place to Work in IT
Computerworld, an online publication that provides technology news and information for information technology leaders, has recently revealed its annual “100 Best Places to Work in IT” list, a comprehensive report that recognizes a company’s core culture such as employee benefits, diversity, career development, training options and retention efforts.
Denver Office of Economic Development Releases In-Depth Study Analyzing Denver’s Potential to Become a National Shopping Destination
By Gabriel Circiog, Associate Editor The Denver Office of Economic Development recently released a comprehensive retail study which explores Denver’s potential to become a national shopping destination. Prepared by retail consultant Economic & Planning Systems, The Denver Retail Conditions and Opportunities Study features an in-depth analysis of the current Denver retail market as well as […]
City of Cincinnati Approves Plans for Multimillion-Dollar Developments
Cincinnati City Council approved last Wednesday plans for a 30-story apartment tower at the northwest corner of 4th Street and Race Street in the city’s downtown. The project is expected to cost about $80 million.
MHN Interview: Modernizing HUD Communities
The Aspen Company, based in Teaneck-N.J., invests in HUD properties across the country. MHN talks to John VanMetre, the new director of operations at The Aspen Company, about his new role, and how he plans to modernize the affordable communities his company acquires.
TODAY’S DEALS: Beech Street Refinances NYC Portfolio
Beech Street Capital closes a $49.5 million loan for a NYC portfolio; Cohen Financial secures $34 million for a Colorado development; and Centerline Capital provides an $11.4 million refinance loan for a Maryland property.
U.S. Bank Completes Financing Deal for Two L.A. Senior Affordable Housing Projects
An important financing deal securing the future of two urban senior housing developments in Los Angeles was completed last week when U.S. Bank confirmed that it is providing $55.1 million for the projects. The two affordable housing complexes have groundbreaking ceremonies scheduled this month. U.S. Bank is working with the Retirement Housing Foundation to get the two developments done. The banking giant will present the organization with a $30,000 check, in support of its current senior housing endeavors.
2013 Mid-Year Outlook: Economic Growth On the Road to “Normal”
The U.S. may be well into a prolonged period of steady economic growth, but it hasn’t yet reached its full potential, according to Fannie Mae’s Economic & Strategic Research Group.
Detroit and Other Michigan Cities to Share $100 Million Demolition Grant
In an effort to solve the issue of blighted and dangerous properties across the state and reduce crime in neighborhoods, Gov. Rick Snyder last week announced that the U.S. Department of the Treasury granted $100 million under a pilot program that enables states to decide locally on actions that prevent foreclosures and support the housing recovery.
Two Louisiana Apartments Obtain $23M Refi
Interest rates remain low, and apartment owners are still eager to take advantage of that environment, according to Beech Street Capital. Recently the company closed on two Fannie Mae loans to refinance a pair of Louisiana apartment buildings owned by the same entity.
Milestone Apartments REIT to Pay $46 Million for Alpharetta Community
According to an official company announcement, Milestone Apartments REIT has agreed to pay $46 million for the Century Windermere, a 346-unit Class A multifamily apartment community located in the Alpharetta/Cumming submarket of Atlanta.



