Viewpoint

Podcast: Where Will the Economy Be by Year-End?

In this episode of our quarterly series, NAA’s Paula Munger reveals the association’s most recent findings about the impact of the coronavirus crisis on its members’ portfolios.

Mary Cook

Why It’s Critical to Recession-Proof Properties After COVID-19

Owners and operators can beat the competition and attract multiple target markets by optimizing and activating a project’s design, says Mary Cook.

Why Affordable Housing Construction Will Shine Despite COVID-19

With affordable housing demand consistently outpacing supply, this sector is positioned to remain robust well into the future, according to Richard Lara of RAAM Construction.

5 Ways to Get Through a Pandemic as a Property Investor

Meg Epstein of CA South shares tips on how multifamily investors can survive through the current hurdles brought on by the coronavirus.

More May Rents May Be Late, Poll Says

A snapshot of multifamily rent payment trends, plus projections for the future.

The Long View on Co-Living

Co-living is here to stay despite short-term concerns about the need for social distancing, say Jonathan Lee and Shahin Yadzi of George Smith Partners.

What Forbearance Looks Like for Fannie and Freddie Borrowers

Greystone’s Sharon Briskman explains the process for GSE borrowers and provides a link to related FAQs as an additional resource.

How an ESG-Guided Strategy Transformed a Houston Community

The NHP Foundation studied the outcomes of their rehabilitation of Cleme Manor in Houston. NHPF Data and Communications Analyst Josh Shokoor explains what they found.

How to Recruit, Retain Maintenance Talent in a Changing Workforce

Here’s how apartment owners and managers can find and keep the best skilled maintenance professionals, says Alicia Bloch of GMH Capital Partners.

Derek Weissman

Why Furloughed Developments May Need Modifications

In the face of the coronavirus crisis, investors are well advised to review project budgets, assess capital sources and stay ready to adjust their strategy, notes Derek Weissman of Procida Funding & Advisors.