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Jeff Wilcox

Why Life Companies Like Mixed-Use With Multifamily

These lenders are meeting needs in a niche where other capital sources don’t participate, according to Jeff Wilcox of Gantry Inc.

Jim Hamilton

Tapping Into the Synergy Between Investor and Property Manager

Jim Hamilton of Brixton Capital on boosting returns by bringing in an operations expert.

Scott Schmid

Housing’s ‘Missing Middle’ Comes Into Focus

The workforce housing squeeze presents an increasing challenge in the Central U.S., says Scott Schmid of Chase Community Development Real Estate.

Ricardo Alicea

The Future of Community Amenities

These practices will keep shared spaces open and give managers room to adapt as the pandemic evolves, writes Ricardo Alicea of Wendover Housing Partners.

Lew Sichelman

Texas Multifamily Turnaround Called ‘Major’

Columnist Lew Sichelman highlights the metros that have experienced the most positive change this year.

Mark Ventre

Why Cost Segregation Is So Important

As tax increases loom, owners must use every tool available to maximize profitability, says Mark Ventre of Stepp Commercial.

The New Age of Amenities

David Hovey Jr. of Optima Inc. shares three design trends that reflect a new approach to common spaces.

Kevin Lewis

Remaking Resident Services in a Time of Social Change

Current conditions require a concerted effort to address inequities in affordable housing, says Kevin Lewis of Operation Pathways.

Lew Sichelman

‘WhyNot’ Turn Unleased Units Into Hotel Rooms? 

Developers can monetize empty apartments by partnering with hotel operators, contends columnist Lew Sichelman.

David Block

Timeless Structures Finding New Life as Affordable Senior Housing

David Block of Evergreen Real Estate Group on how developers can leverage economic and environmental benefits unique to adaptive reuse.