Operations & Technology
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.
Sudberry Properties and AT&T Announce Complete FTTP Network at Civita
Sudberry Properties and AT&T recently announced a new agreement to offer AT&T U-verse® services to the Civita community residents.
Second Year in Business, RealDirect.com Expands With New Office and Staff
RealDirect.com announced their expansion into a new office and the addition of three new agents. More than a year out of beta, the firm’s alternative real estate model is growing successfully in New York City.
Join a Live Facebook Chat with Marketing Expert Kate Good on June 5th
Multifamily marketing expert Kate Good, one of the founders of Apartment All Stars, a national apartment sales and marketing seminar tour, will be taking over the Multi-Housing News Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/MHNonFB on June 5th at 2 p.m. EST, to answer all of your questions.
Six Amenities You Need (And Two You Don't) For Vacation Rentals
Apartments used for vacation often have different amenities than everyday apartments. Here is a list of amenities that would work well in a vacation apartment, as well as two that might not be necessary.
City Goes Green with Food Waste Disposal Pilot Program
A new program called “Clean Kitchen, Green Community” was recently launched in Philadelphia to assess how food waste disposers could help the city become greener.