Operations & Technology

Lessons Learned

Early misconceptions have been replaced by hard-earned truths.

‘What Renters Want’ with Jessica Fiur: Security vs. Privacy: The Great Apartment Debate

Is it better to have a lot of security cameras in an apartment community, or would residents rather have their privacy?

Nest Protect is Much More Than a Smoke Alarm

Nest Protect is a combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector built for the 21st century.

President Jan Berman Elected to Green Light New York Board of Directors

Jan Berman, president of MechoSystems, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Green Light New York (GLNY). His nomination was unanimously approved.

Tech-Savvy Communities

Apartment residents share what works—and what doesn’t.

‘What Renters Want’ with Jessica Fiur: What Should You Include in Your Apartment Marketing Photos?

What should you feature in your apartment pictures to attract the most prospective renters?

MHN Interview: Why Developers and Property Managers Should Consider Cultural Customization

How does your community address diversity? Moises “Moe” Vela, who has held two positions in the White House and currently works as a consultant and in affordable housing, talks to MHN about cultural customization—a successful program he introduced at his communities to make them more inclusive to the minority renters in the area.

Avesta Housing’s Pearl Place II Achieves LEED Platinum Certification

Avesta Housing, with the help of Thornton Tomasetti Inc., has achieved LEED Platinum certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for its Pearl Place II community in Portland, Maine’s Bayside neighborhood.

Kitchen Amenities

Apartment residents share what works—and what doesn’t.

Case Study: Green Amenities

Related leads the way in healthy apartment living.