Viewpoint

ESG Settles Into the Multifamily Industry

Renters and capital providers are increasingly focusing on environmental, social and governance issues.

Douglas Rutley

5 Key Financing Strategies for Residential Sponsors

Douglas Rutley of BHI on how to keep your development projects moving amid challenging economic conditions.

Jennifer Staciokas

The Secret Sauce of High-Performing Leasing Teams

Automation helps strike a balance between tech solutions and human interaction, writes Jennifer Staciokas of Western Wealth Communities.

Marni Lefkowitz Ahram

The Rise of Urban Residential Conversions

Turning office space into multifamily requires in-depth knowledge of finance as well as market dynamics, advises Marni Lefkowitz Ahram of Shapiro, Lifschitz & Schram.

Mary Cook

3 Considerations for Multifamily Amenity Design

Mary Cook Associates’ founder & president on how developers can create spaces to maximize well-being.

Lew Sichelman

Lease Renewals Hit All-Time High

Despite increased rates, renters are not feeling the push to leave their current apartments for something less expensive, says columnist Lew Sichelman.

Alex Monreal

3 Factors That Create Exceptional Student Housing

Alex Monreal of GMH Communities shares tips on how to create an authentic living experience for these residents.

Angela Kelcher

If You’re Not Investing in Affordable Housing, You Should Be

Angela Kelcher of JLL Capital Markets on why the industry’s biggest investors are making major commitments to this sector.

Joe Li on Surplus Cash in affordable housing developments

What Affordable Housing Sponsors Need to Know About Surplus Cash

Veteran audit manager Joe Li on the importance of this often overlooked issue

Ann Atkinson of Sabal on affordable housing finance

Financing Affordable Apartments Is More Critical Than Ever

Lower-income renters have borne the brunt of pandemic-related economic fallout, according to Ann Atkinson of Sabal Capital Markets.