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August 2023: Multifamily Housing Starts Experience 16% Decrease in Market Activity
Construction August 2023: Multifamily Housing Starts Experience 16% Decrease in Market Activity

August 2023 saw a 16% decline in multifamily housing starts, highlighting significant pressures within the market amid c...

Sep 17, 2026 · 3 min read
New York's Second Avenue Subway Extension Moves Forward with Final RFQ
Construction New York's Second Avenue Subway Extension Moves Forward with Final RFQ

The MTA has issued a request for qualifications for the last construction contract of the $6.97B Second Avenue Subway ex...

Sep 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Mass Timber Student Housing Breaks Ground Near Ohio State University
Construction Mass Timber Student Housing Breaks Ground Near Ohio State University

A mass timber student housing project near Ohio State has topped out ahead of schedule, boasting significant sustainabil...

Sep 17, 2026 · 3 min read
UK Base Rate Stability: Implications for Mortgage Borrowers
Mortgages UK Base Rate Stability: Implications for Mortgage Borrowers

The Bank of England's decision to maintain the Base Rate at 3.75% offers temporary relief, but borrowers must remain vig...

Sep 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Las Vegas High-Speed Rail Project's Future Relies on Federal Loan Approval
Construction Las Vegas High-Speed Rail Project's Future Relies on Federal Loan Approval

The Brightline West high-speed rail project between Las Vegas and Southern California is awaiting a crucial $6 billion f...

Sep 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Multifamily Insights on Fed’s Rate Hike: A Cautious Outlook
Construction Multifamily Insights on Fed’s Rate Hike: A Cautious Outlook

Multifamily executives respond to the Fed's recent rate hike, indicating that while inflation persists, the immediate im...

Sep 16, 2026 · 3 min read
Multifamily CMBS Servicing Rates Decline While Delinquencies Remain Steady in August
Commercial Multifamily CMBS Servicing Rates Decline While Delinquencies Remain Steady in August

In August, multifamily CMBS servicing rates improved, while delinquencies held steady, highlighting ongoing trends in th...

Sep 16, 2026 · 3 min read
Uncovering Unique Homes: Quirky Properties Currently For Sale in the UK
Construction Uncovering Unique Homes: Quirky Properties Currently For Sale in the UK

Discover a selection of remarkable properties for sale across the UK, featuring distinctive designs and captivating char...

Sep 15, 2026 · 3 min read
D.C. Rental Market Faces Shake-Up After $9.3 Million Antitrust Settlement
Commercial D.C. Rental Market Faces Shake-Up After $9.3 Million Antitrust Settlement

MAA and JBG's $9.3 million settlement highlights the urgent need for fair competition in D.C.'s rental market amid ongoi...

Sep 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Independence Realty Trust Expands in the Midwest with Centerspace Acquisition
Investment Independence Realty Trust Expands in the Midwest with Centerspace Acquisition

Independence Realty Trust's $8.1 billion acquisition of Centerspace highlights a strategic shift toward Midwestern marke...

Sep 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Navigating Labor Shortages in the Construction Market: Strategies for Workforce Optimization
Construction Navigating Labor Shortages in the Construction Market: Strategies for Workforce Optimization

Despite a softening market, construction firms face labor shortages. Focusing on internal training and multiskilling can...

Sep 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Buildots Secures $130 Million Funding Amid Data Center Construction Surge
Construction Buildots Secures $130 Million Funding Amid Data Center Construction Surge

Buildots has raised $130 million, tapping into the booming data center market while securing long-term contracts with ma...

Sep 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Prioritizing Helmet Fit: The Key to Workplace Safety and Comfort
Construction Prioritizing Helmet Fit: The Key to Workplace Safety and Comfort

Proper helmet fit is essential for workplace safety; an ill-fitting helmet compromises protection, highlighting the need...

Sep 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Material Cost Shifts Challenge Contractors in Competitive Bidding
Construction Material Cost Shifts Challenge Contractors in Competitive Bidding

Soaring prices for construction materials are reshaping the bidding process, compelling contractors to adapt their strat...

Sep 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Harnessing On-Site Data for Improved Project Management in Construction
Commercial Harnessing On-Site Data for Improved Project Management in Construction

Field technology must transform scattered data into actionable insights to enhance project efficiency and communication...

Sep 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Revamping Rental Strategies in the Evolving Multifamily Market
Residential Revamping Rental Strategies in the Evolving Multifamily Market

Modern renters increasingly rely on social media for apartment searches, making a strong online presence vital for prope...

Sep 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Elevating Student Housing: Mobile Access Solutions Transform Campus Living
Residential Elevating Student Housing: Mobile Access Solutions Transform Campus Living

Mobile access solutions are reshaping student housing, enhancing security and convenience while meeting modern expectati...

Sep 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Understanding Rent Growth Trends Amidst High Lease-Ups in the Multifamily Market
Residential Understanding Rent Growth Trends Amidst High Lease-Ups in the Multifamily Market

New apartment units are reshaping rent growth, leading to increased competition and concessions that challenge tradition...

Sep 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Surging Energy Prices Drive Producer Price Index Higher and Fed Rate Hike Expectations
Commercial Surging Energy Prices Drive Producer Price Index Higher and Fed Rate Hike Expectations

Recent increases in the producer price index, driven by energy costs, elevate expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hi...

Sep 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Navigating the Multifamily Market: Challenges and Opportunities Amid Rising Treasury Rates
Construction Navigating the Multifamily Market: Challenges and Opportunities Amid Rising Treasury Rates

Investors in the multifamily market face mounting pressure from rising Treasury yields, yet opportunities remain for tho...

Sep 11, 2026 · 3 min read