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The 411 on 1031s: What to Know Before Making a Tax-Deferred Swap in the Multifamily Sector

by Channing Hamilton October 16, 2023

1031 exchanges are an effective way for investors to protect their capital. They also historically have experienced strong fundamentals in the long term. Why, then, aren’t more multifamily investors taking advantage of tax-deferred swaps? Many property owners simply lack the expertise and industry connections to source acquisition opportunities that meet their objectives. This is especially true considering the tight timeframe many 1031 exchanges operate under, as these types of deals have a built-in ticking clock. Once an investor sells an asset, he or she has 45 days to identify a …

October 16, 2023

Edward Ring, Founder and CEO, New Standard Equities

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Six Questions About California Eviction Moratoriums With New Standard Equities Founder and CEO Edward Ring

by Channing Hamilton October 4, 2023

Multifamily & Affordable Housing Business: How did each jurisdiction define the moratoriums in California? Did it vary? Ring: The eviction moratoriums began in California during the outbreak period of COVID-19. The immediate response from state and local governments was to prevent landlords from evicting non-paying residents via an ‘emergency order’ declaration. Each jurisdiction settled on their own methodology and created a near-impossible set of rules for landlords who operate in multiple cities. Often, a county had a set of rules, the city had a set of rules, and the state …

October 4, 2023

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Necessity Will Drive AI Adoption in Commercial Real Estate

by Lynn Peisner October 2, 2023

— By Jack Swoboda and Ross Piermarini, co-founders, SymmetRE — We are living in a unique moment. A transition period. The advancements made in artificial intelligence (AI) in the past year have put a massive spotlight on the technology. Practical use cases that were once a dream are now becoming a reality. Before we dig deeper into the effects AI can have within commercial real estate, it is important to first define the types of technologies we are talking about. The term “artificial intelligence” gets thrown around pretty freely these …

October 2, 2023

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Multifamily Developers Adapt as Strong Demand Meets a Volatile Economy

by Lynn Peisner September 25, 2023

— By Peter DiCorpo, COO, Brook Farm Group — The multifamily sector has been on a tremendous run for more than a decade, attracting record levels of new construction and capital and generating strong rent growth that has occasionally reached into the double digits. However, given the recent economic and market headwinds, some might conclude that this notable level of activity is over, but that is not the case. Instead, there are clear signs that this sector is poised for long-term growth and will continue to deliver solid returns for …

September 25, 2023

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Renter-Friendly Security Deposit Legislation Is a Sea Change for Property Managers

by Channing Hamilton September 18, 2023

— By Revital Gadish, CEO, Qira — More than a third of Americans rent their homes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. As such, the political landscape is evolving to fit their needs. An influx of new laws and proposed legislation has ensued, aimed at increasing transparency and fairness and avoiding financial hardship for tenants. Much of the ensuing legislation is focused on security deposits. The strictest of the bills bans security deposits entirely, while others are capping the amount landlords can charge as a security deposit. So far, Texas, …

September 18, 2023

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Architecture Spotlight: Bowline in Champlin, Minnesota, Weaves History Into Residential Design

by Channing Hamilton September 11, 2023

The 160-acre Mississippi Crossings site in Champlin, Minnesota, was a thriving commercial district in the early part of the 20th century. From the 1980s until the early 2000s, however, the area had been in decline for many years and was mostly known for its dilapidated commercial buildings, according to the City of Champlin. After a few redevelopment efforts started and stalled, the city entered into a development agreement in 2019 with Greco to be master developer of 12 acres within the Mississippi Crossings site. Greco is a Minneapolis-based commercial developer, …

September 11, 2023

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Owners and Operators Are Relying on Automation to Power Through Challenging Economic Environments

by Channing Hamilton September 5, 2023

— By Mark Peters, President of Zego, a Global Payments (NYSE: GPN) company The pendulum that has swung in favor of property owners over the past four years appears to be swinging back toward renters — rapidly. Data from the CoStar Group show a dramatic deceleration in rent increases. At the same time, inflation, high interest rates and industry layoffs have combined to create a more challenging economic environment for multifamily property owners and operators. As a result, many owner-operators are shifting away from a growth-oriented mindset, instead focusing on optimizing their …

September 5, 2023

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Five Hurdles General Contractors Face in Today’s Dynamic Multifamily Arena

by Channing Hamilton August 11, 2023

— By Erick Hartzell, project director, Brinkmann Constructors — As the housing market generated uncertainty in a pandemic-driven economy, many individuals gravitated toward the stability and convenience of multifamily housing communities. Amid the rising demand, shifting consumer priorities urged developers and contractors to refocus on this subsector, allowing multifamily construction to boom. Regardless of the steady influx of multifamily developments, demand remains prominent. As contractors work to meet the demand, there are several significant challenges to be aware of, including a lack of qualified labor, a rise in material prices, …

August 11, 2023

Kristi Nootens, managing director and co-head at CP Capital US

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Q&A with Kristi Nootens: Women Can Break Down Barriers in the Industry

by Channing Hamilton August 1, 2023

Kristi Nootens, managing director and co-head at CP Capital US, a real estate manager specializing in multifamily investments, sat down with Multifamily Affordable Housing Business (MAHB) to discuss the role of women in the industry and how the market may develop as we progress into the second half of 2023. On Women in Real Estate MAHB: Tell us about yourself and your journey. Nootens: My journey to commercial real estate started in large part because both of my parents worked in the industry. My dad was a mechanical engineer who spent a lot …

August 1, 2023

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How Alternative Payment Systems Support White House ‘Renter’s Bill of Rights’

by Channing Hamilton July 10, 2023

— By Brian Ball and Revital Gadish, co-CEOs, Qira — Much of the news about property technology (proptech) concerns the physical features of apartment buildings — for example, appliances such as smart thermostats that save energy and money, or keyless entry and monitoring systems that are more convenient and secure. However, proptech also addresses intangible concerns, such as the societal push to give more power to renters in their relationships with owners and managers. The sector is rethinking how renters pay security deposits and monthly rents in ways that support …

July 10, 2023