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Tackling Affordability with Fannie Mae’s Multifamily Chief
Renters who struggle to meet rising monthly payments with modest incomes are also fighting to live close to work, school or family members. To combat this problem, Fannie Mae's Executive Vice President and Head of Multifamily Jeff Hayward calls on all stakeholders to rethink the way they create housing for low- and moderate-income residents.
Affordable 14 June 2017 15:36 -
Why Student Housing Is Making the Grade
A Walker & Dunlop managing director sheds light on finance trends in the thriving niche and previews the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Student Housing 13 June 2017 21:52 -
Mid-Year Forecast: Despite Difficulty, Deals Are Possible
Land sourcing, rising construction costs and shifts in the financing sector are all key considerations that today’s investors must overcome to be successful. However, it can be done, according to Century West Partners’ Kevin Farrell.
ViewPoint 02 June 2017 08:49 -
Who’s Paying the Highest Property Taxes in the US
The fact that Manhattan dominates the rankings doesn't come as a shock, but the difference in numbers might. The list compiled by COMMERCIALCafé is quite the mixed bag.
News 26 May 2017 09:48 -
Sift Through White Noise to Uncover Hidden Value
An expert from Marcus & Millichap discusses the importance of analyzing market dynamics and the operational aspects of a property in order to suss out value-add opportunities.
ViewPoint 24 May 2017 17:45 -
Tips to Manage Cash Flow at Small Properties
Kate Good, partner & senior vice president of multifamily development and operations at Hunington Residential, gives small-asset owner advice on how to prepare an accurate budget.
ViewPoint 24 May 2017 16:16 -
4 Reasons Classic, Urban Apartments Can Command a Premium in the Market
A Veritas case study explores infill apartment investment-rehab as an institutional strategy in San Francisco, and how it could apply to the rest of the United States.
ViewPoint 23 May 2017 14:56 -
Cybersecurity 411: Tech Myths
A firewall is absolutely necessary for network protection, but it often provides little more than a false sense of security. In this third part of his cybersecurity series, Jeremy Rasmussen advises on additional precautions you should take.
Operations 22 May 2017 16:12 -
Texas a Draw for Foreign Real Estate Investors
Property in the Lone Star State is a hot commodity, and that’s not likely to change anytime soon. Here are three reasons why.
ViewPoint 19 May 2017 16:56 -
Metro Spotlight: It’s Always Mountain Time in Denver
Years of economic growth have prompted substantial rent growth, but is the city's multifamily market heading into treacherous waters?
Market Rate 19 May 2017 08:33 -
Multifamily Lending Heads into Extra Innings
Multifamily assets are often subject to stricter lending standards than they were a few years ago, but the right sponsors and projects can still secure funding. In this Viewpoint piece, a Webster Bank executive weighs in on the changing capital markets landscape.
Finance & Investment 11 May 2017 15:39 -
Contract Administration Key to Addressing Growing Rental Housing Demand
Third-party contract administrators boost efficiency at HUD’s rental assistance programs and get scarce resources where they’re urgently needed, contends a former agency official.
Affordable 10 May 2017 16:10 -
Submetering Savings, Step by Step
How Becker + Becker’s development team overcame technical hurdles to cut water use in half at its 32-story residential tower in New Haven, Conn.
ViewPoint 08 May 2017 16:41 -
Energy-Efficient Design Has Moves Beyond a Marketing Hook
Whether you’re talking about materials, certification, or leasing potential, energy efficiency is just as much about smart building as it is about being green.
ViewPoint 03 May 2017 18:09 -
Why Affordable Apartments Are Hard for Low-Income Renters to Find
Kim Betancourt, who oversees economics and market research for Fannie Mae's multifamily platform, talks about her team's latest findings on barriers to affordability.
Development 28 April 2017 04:30