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American Homes, American Residential to Become One

American Homes 4 Rent and American Residential Properties have approved an agreement to combine in a tax-free merger.

Federal vs. State: Recreational and Medicinal Marijuana

Morgan A. Stewart, partner at Manly, Stewart & Finaldi, took some time at this year’s NMHC OpTech conference to talk about the legalization of marijuana and the impact on the multifamily industry.

Package Concierge to Launch Mobile App

Package Concierge announced it is preparing to launch a mobile app that delivers anytime, anywhere access to its web-based system that helps residents and landlords manage and receive packages.

HUD Aims to Implement Smoke-Free Public Housing Policies

According to HUD Seretary Julián Castro, the proposed rule could help public housing agencies save $153 million every year.

Q&A: Camden Property Trust’s COO Keith Oden Unpacks its Package Policy

MHN’s exclusive interview with Camden Property Trust’s COO delves into the company’s news-making package policy.

Microgrid Technology

A New Partnership for Micro-Grid Technology

A new partnership aims to bring the world’s first microgrid market.

Bascom Acquires Alhambra Apartments

The property was purchased as part of a $32.6 million portfolio.

Walker & Dunlop Settle Loans with $256M Portfolio

Walker & Dunlop announced it closed eight Freddie Mac loans totaling $256 million, secured by a portfolio of market rate properties in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Texas.

Boston Chinatown Apartments to Keep Affordable Status

Chauncy House Apartments received $16.4 million in MassHousing Financing.

Economy Watch: Demand for CRE Loans Increases in Q3

Banks reported a mixed bag in Q3 2015.