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Ways to Transform Outdoor Common Areas

Use outdoor space as a way to differentiate your property from your competitors, helping to attract and retain residents.

Brian Keith

Creative Solutions for Challenging Sites

An architect discusses strategies for urban sites with infrastructure, economic and/or social challenges.

Case Study: How The Habitat Company Makes Affordable Housing Work for Residents and Investors at Asbury Plaza

For 35 of their 45 years, Asbury Plaza has been a signature asset in the Habitat portfolio.

Leveraging Technology for a Profitable and Efficient Laundry Room

While the multifamily laundry room has traditionally been seen as “low tech,” there is a tremendous opportunity for property owners to transform this important amenity with new technology.

Issue of Developer-owned Amenities Calls for Legislative Action

Developer-owned amenities, coupled with mandatory club agreements, are fast becoming an issue that screams for a legislative solution.

Outsmarting Cyber Criminals: Implementing FTC Guidelines Can Help Keep Your Data Safe

Real estate companies are at particular risk of cyber attacks, especially when you consider the information stored on behalf of renters, vendors, consultants and buyers.

Economy Watch: CRE Execs a Little More Cautious

Many commercial real estate sectors have been strong since the end of the recession, but some industry executives are beginning to grow more cautious about the future.

Bridge Loans: A ‘Soft Landing’ Primed for Growth, says Walker & Dunlop

Sandor Biderman of Walker & Dunlop explains how an influx of new supply, burgeoning opportunity and changing regulatory headwinds are shaping the future of the bridge loan business.

The New Fitness Center: Embracing Technology for the Next Generation

As wearable fitness technology, such as the Fitbit, continues to evolve, so too do the desires of health-conscious residents. The standard fitness center won’t cut it anymore.

Avoiding the Bait of Spear-Phishing Scams

According to Symantec, the real estate industry is one of the top three targeted for spear-phishing attacks, and real estate executives are the catch of the day.