Operations & Technology
Military Contraction to Impact San Diego Multifamily Market
The downsizing of the U.S. military presence in San Diego is expected to have a long-term impact on the apartment market in the area, and not for the better.
What to Do When You Can Hear Your Neighbors
Unfortunately, when you live in apartments, sometimes you can hear your neighbors. Here are some ways to cut down on the noise.
Downtown Multifamily Community to be Developed in Austin
Forestar Group Inc. announced last week it has partnered with Canyon-Johnson Urban Funds to develop Eleven, a new downtown multifamily community at the southeast corner of East 11th Street and I-35 in Austin, Texas.
SBV Buys 156-Unit Multifamily Complex in Austin
SBV Communities has purchased the Summer Wind Apartments in Austin, Texas. The 156-unit complex, located at 833 Fairfield Drive, is SBV’s ninth multifamily purchase in the state of Texas, but only the first in the Austin market.
Is Your Apartment Like 'The Avengers'?
Surprisingly, there is a lot developers and property managers can take from the superhero flick ‘The Avengers.’
Technology Amenities Residents Look For
In a recent webinar titled “Technology for Your Property: The Tech Amenities Residents Want Today,” hosts Mike Whaling, vice president, business development, InfiniSys Electronic Architects and Karen Rice, chief information officer, Grace Hill, discussed how to incorporate technology into new developments.
Tryko Partners Acquires HUD-Subsidized Seniors Housing
The multifamily portfolio of Tryko Partners has grown again, with the acquisition of Levittown, Pa.’s Galilee Village, a 170-unit property that provides HUD-subsidized apartment living for independent older adults.
Six Things Both Parents and Students Want in Student Housing
When it comes to student housing, it might seem like students and parents want different things. But they are actually looking for a lot of the same things.
LeaseRunner Report Reveals More 'Accidental Landlords' Than Originally Thought
LeaseRunner, a comprehensive digital leasing suite that allows users to manage leasing transactions from any Web-connected device, has released the results of its first-ever Rental Industry Report, which surveyed more than 1,000 LeaseRunner customers and revealed trends and data within the rental market.
Two Georgia Seniors Communities Earn Green Certification
NorSouth Development, an Atlanta-based real estate company that focuses on environmentally sound seniors communities, has recently received EarthCraft Multifamily certification for two of its affordable communities.