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Post-Midterm Election Breakdown; Impact on MF Industry Will Likely Be Minimal
New York–As to how election results affect multifamily, it is of course early to be making predictions, but insiders anticipate that effects to the industry will be minimal.
N.C. Apartments Win LEED Silver
Charlotte, N.C.–Circle at South End, a 360-unit apartment complex that also includes 8,000 square feet of retail space and 714 parking spaces on about five acres, has been awarded a LEED Silver rating by the U.S. Green Building Council.
Eliane Introduces Ecocement Floor and Wall Tiles
Brazil-based company Eliane has launched its new collection called Ecocement, which has been constructed with 20 percent pre-consumer recycled content for LEED designs with tile in commercial or residential building projects.
DEAL OF THE DAY: ARA Negotiates $940,500 Short Sale
Wheat Ridge, Colo.–ARA brokered the sale of the Elliot Apartments in Wheat Ridge, Colo. The buyer, Jefferson County Housing Authority, purchased the property from Kendall Investment Co. for $940,500.
Construction Starts on $300M Mixed-Use Residential TOD in Suburban Dallas
Lewisville, Tex.–Hebron 121 Station, a 90-acre mixed-use residential development in Lewisville, Tex., takes a big step toward realization with the commencement of construction of the first phase of the $300 million, resort-style infill project.
Work Begins on Girls Club Mixed-Use Residential Project in NYC
New York–The Lower Eastside Girls Club (LESGC) in New York City is going to get a new home–a new 78-unit, mixed-use residential home.
Use New Media With Old Marketing Techniques
Don’t discard tried-and-true marketing methods in today’s increasingly complex environment.
Do Renters Really Like to Pay Rent Online?
Research indicates residents want to pay rent online, but not many renters actually do.
On Location: Parkway at Hunter’s Creek, Orlando
Parkway at Hunter’s Creek Apartments is a 15-minute drive from downtown Orlando, Fla.
Executive Insight: Boutique Cities on the Way
Brandon Palanker of Renaissance Downtowns has the antidote to suburban sprawl