Operations & Technology

Crowdfunding and The Capital Stack

Crowdfunding, commonly used by Internet start-ups, is becoming an increasingly valid method of financing for multifamily.

Renters Rate Pool and Hot Tub Amenities

This month, MHN paired up with Kingsley Associates to find out what residents thought about their community pools and hot tubs.

SunPower and GRID Alternatives Install Solar at Four Austin Homes

SunPower Installed Rooftop Solar Systems for Low-Income Families

SunPower, in partnership with GRID Alternatives and Blackland Community Development Corporation, brings electricity cost savings to affordable homes.

What Renters Want in 4 Top Cities

RentPath explores what renters want in four major cities.

Package Solution Born from a Dry Cleaning Service

Luxer One package lockers automate the delivery process, eliminating frustration for residents and property managers alike.

Renters Rate Pet Friendly Apartments

MHN and Kingsley associates ask renters how they feel about pets in their community.

Government, Kent State Reach Settlement in Therapeutic Support Animals in Student Housing Case

Washington, D.C.—The U.S. Department of Justice and Kent State University have reached a $145,000 settlement over claims of discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. As part of the settlement, Kent State agreed to pay $100,000 to two former students denied to keep emotional support dogs in their university apartments; $30,000 to the fair housing organization that advocated on behalf of them; and $15,000 to the United States. The university also agreed to adopt a housing policy allowing students with psychological disabilities to keep therapeutic support animals in university housing. The settlement agreement is currently awaiting court approval. In 2014, DOJ…

TRIA and Beyond: IREM Legislative Agenda 2016

Senior Vice President Don Wilkerson delves into the legislative issues IREM will be paying attention to in 2016 that could potentially impact the multifamily industry.

NEWCITY Earns LEED Gold

The 19-story Residences at NEWCITY in Chicago has earned a LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

The Deal with Deliveries

NMHC and Kingsley Associates deliver the goods on all things packages at apartments.