On top of lowering energy and water usage by as much as 50 percent, owners who implement green financing programs will save on their mortgages.The green financing niche began in 2009 with the Federal Housing Administration’s mortgage insurance…
Alliance Residential Company felt the impact of Hurricane Harvey across the 28 communities it manages in the Houston area. One community (seen in the background of this month’s cover) was located in an area with severe flooding that was placed under…
For developers, tax credits can be a vital source of funding needed to get projects off the ground.In suburban Chicago, St. Charles Hospital, a 1932 Art Deco-style building designed by Wybe J. Van der Meer, stood vacant for nearly five years despite…
The Piedmont Triad Apartment Association (PTAA) and its members join together every summer to help fill the shelves of the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina.Summer is the optimal time to support the food bank because children are…
As part of Gables Residential’s continuing efforts to integrate sustainability into all aspects of its business and apartment management practices, the company has selected to partner with the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Better Buildings…
When employees talk about Carter-Haston Real Estate Services, you often hear the word “team.” Carter-Haston is a company that values not only its employees, but the communities where the properties are located. This year, the team came together to “…
The Memories. I’m a former U.S. Marine and being in a boot camp class reminds me of the time I spent in a real boot camp. I can’t say military boot camp was always the most pleasant or relaxing experience. But I am extremely proud of my service to…
Sustainability practices within property management have created a growing opportunity for apartment industry professionals.Minimizing waste in building construction and operations are key concerns for owners and operators. Sustainability related…
A variety of tax-favored vehicles exist for employers and their employees to donate cash or even accrued leave to assist those impacted by catastrophic events. In the wake of Hurricane Harvey and the resulting devastation to significant…
Winter weather often exposes vulnerabilities in multi-unit buildings that can both strain maintenance teams and raise costs and frustrations for residents. As the season approaches, now is the perfect time to develop a proactive maintenance plan…