August 24th, 2015

5 Important Tips for Property Management

When it comes to residents looking for an apartment, the number one thing they look for is safety. If you’re a property manager, make sure you have a tight security to prevent any crime. Here are some tips to consider for your community. 1 Review your security devices. This includes cameras, lights, locks and common …

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July 31st, 2015

Single/Multi-family Construction in 2015

In 2015, there have been more multifamily permits issued in Chicagoland than single-family. That is a radical departure from 2005, when over the same time span there were three times as many single-family permits as multifamily permits.

July 20th, 2015

New Development Underway

LAS VEGAS- Congratulations to Pinnacle, the nation’s leading multifamily management firms has been awarded the management of Broadstone Solis, a 524-unit property in central Las Vegas. This garden community is perfectly locate near the University of Nevada and the International Airport. Solis sits only minutes from Las Vegas Boulevard, the Las Vegas strip and Interstate …

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June 30th, 2015

How to Speed to the Lease–Tips from NAA Education Conference and Exposition

Las Vegas— To start off the education portion of the 2015 NAA Education Conference and Exposition, Kate Good, the senior vice president of the multifamily development and operations shared some of her own tips as an expert. Good’s initial advice was to “stop looking for people who are looking for apartments and start looking for …

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June 23rd, 2015

The Latest Headlines in Multi-family

Dimensions for Sale Seattle, WA One of the most popular high-rise apartment buildings in downtown Seattle is now for sale. Dimension, which opened in the Fall of 2014 on the corner of Cedar and 3rd in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood, is now over 80% leased after just seven months on the market. Dimension, designed by Hewitt …

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May 29th, 2015

Simon Completes Expansion of Outlet Center

Simon Property Group has finally completed a renovation and expansion of Las Vegas North Premium Outlets. 25 new stores have been added, making it one of the largest properties of its kind in the country. The outlet now includes 175 stores most are high-end retailers such as, Neiman Marcus Last Call Studio, Saks Fifth Avenue …

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May 28th, 2015

Renting: The Deal Breakers for Residents

When it comes to renting an apartment, residents know what they want, and they are easily turned-off. Here are the most common deal breakers for potential residents. Lack of Parking Make sure to be clear about the parking situation. Renters want to make sure their car is safe and they’re not roaming the streets looking …

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May 1st, 2015

Is Renting Better Than Buying?

The thought of owning your own home does seem enticing, but a lot of renters are avoiding it. There are a lot of setbacks when it comes to buying a home such as being able to qualify for a mortgage, having a large enough down payment and finding a suitable home. These are just a …

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April 28th, 2015

The Multi-Family Industry: What to Expect

Ever since society has adapted to the digital world, businesses have seen a change in their consumers. Here are a few digital trends that you will notice amongst renters. 1. Mobile Matter When it comes to looking for apartments mobile traffic has been reported as high as 40% of the total website traffic. If the …

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March 26th, 2015

Multi-Family and Real Estate News Recap V.2

Griffis Residential Pays $43.2 Million for a Luxury Apartment Community http://bit.ly/1xCl3wR Griffis Residential paid a $43.2 million acquisition for The Wellington- a luxury apartment community in the Summerlin’s Lakes area. The Wellington offers 332 garden-style units between 759 and 1,322 square feet, with five floor plans which include one- two-, and three-bedrooms. Amenities include a …

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