Operations & Technology
TODAY’S DEALS: HFF Arranges $22.35M in Financing for North Texas Multifamily Community
HFF arranges $22.35 million in financing for La Valencia at Startwood; Federal Capital Partners buys two Maryland communities; and Beech Street funds $31.4 million Fannie Mae loan originated by Meridian Capital.
Mediterranea Porcelain Tiles Replicate Petrified Wood
Mediterranea recreates ancient ‘wood’ with advanced printing techniques in their new Mountain Timber series of porcelain tiles.
WEB FEATURE: Is a Call Center Right for Your Management Team?
Call centers–both built around automated systems and live staff–are designed to deliver sales leads, improved marketing and operational efficiency. But they may not be for everyone.
Advancements in Utility Cost Recovery
New advances in submetering provide for better accountability, while legislation pushes the industry forward.
Zillow Expands Zestimates to Include Rentals
eattle–Zillow has launched “Rent Zestimates,” a tool that can be used as a starting point for determining a home or apartment’s estimated monthly rent price, expanding on Zillow’s Zestimate home valuations.
RealtyJoin Launches Version 2.0 of Its Social Marketplace
Atlanta–RealtyJoin, a free interactive social and business-networking site for the real estate industry in the United States and Canada, has launched version 2.0.
Downtown Atlanta’s Luxurious Marquis Vista
With its modern aesthetic and chic, boldly colored exterior, Marquis Vista is a perfect match with downtown Atlanta’s atmosphere.
Creating Community through Common Spaces
Beyond curb appeal, thoughtful landscaping also encourages a strong sense of community.
EnerLogic Window Film Makes Temperature Control a Breeze
A new technology from CP Films is here to keep buildings cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. It is called EnerLogic, and it is the newest series in the company’s Vista line of architectural window films.
The Value of Structured Maintenance Training
Although many apartment companies are reluctant to send their maintenance technicians to classes, the payoff can be well worth it.