National
Web Feature: Are You Marketing to All Prospects in the Melting Pot?
New York–The renters of tomorrow look very different but the industry isn’t exactly doing..
REIT CEO Compensation, Including Multifamily, Grew in 2009
New York–REIT CEO bonuses saw shifts to cash and equity percentages.
Search for Apartments on the iPad-There’s an App For It
Norfolk, Va.–The application mimics a realistic apartment search experience for prospective renters.
Distressed Properties Can be Profitable, But Pose Booby Traps for Unwary
New York–Distressed means being exceptionally careful about numbers associated with a property.
Leasing Agents Can Now Connect with Renters Through Live Chat
Chicago–This will allow renters to contact leasing professionals instantly.
Gift Cards Popular as Apartment Leasing Incentives
New York–Recession, more renters have been demanding them and more landlords have been obliging, even if they don’t always advertise the fact.
Financial Reform Bill Offers Pros and Cons for the Multifamily Industry
Washington, D.C.–The financial reform bill might increase the cost of borrowing for multifamily businesses.
NeighborWorks America Awards $35M in Grants for Greening of Affordable Housing
Washington, D.C.–The CFRAH grants will provide the selected recipients from NeighborWorks’ network of nonprofit organizations with money to assist the development of green properties.
American Community Survey Offers Fresh Data for Multifamily Industry
Washington, D.C.–The new way of collecting data represents an improvement for multifamily property owners and developers.
Science and Psychology of Leasing: Tips from Lisa Trosien
New Orleans–When a prospect walks into your leasing center, does it resonate with positivity?