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Merging Traffic

In September 2016, real estate became the 11th Global Industry Classification Standard sector.  Morgan Stanley Capital International Inc. and S&P Dow Jones Indices, which maintain the standardized classification system for equities, described the action as reflecting the “growing importance of real estate in the world’s equity markets” and “the position of real estate as a […]

Atlanta’s Auto Boom

Within the past 5 years, metro Atlanta has welcomed multiple international automotive companies. The rise of the automotive industry results in additional commercial development for the growing region. PSA Group PSA Group, parent company of Citroen and Peugeot, is the newest arrival to Atlanta. Automotive News reports that the French automaker is already recruiting in […]

02 / 12 / 18

Scotland Build to Rent Market

The rise of the build-to-rent sector is changing the way we live – but gaining support from local authorities is critical to its success. Now firmly established in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds, the market is also taking off in Scotland – but how is this market different, and what are the challenges for investors […]

01 / 11 / 18

Focus on Asia

Reliance on spreadsheets and manual processes in Asia will likely fade as investors and technology providers lay the groundwork for sweeping modernization, according to a recent survey of technology adoption in the region’s real estate industry. Yardi sponsored the survey and subsequent report on current and anticipated technology applications by real estate investment firms, developers […]

01 / 05 / 18

Social Housing

Peter Altobelli, vice president and general manager at Yardi Canada Ltd. and Sean Bremner, maintenance director at Baptist Housing, presented a session on Social Housing Technology to a packed room at Housing Central. The conference was held in Richmond, BC and hosted by the British Columbia Non-Profit Housing Association. During the presentation, Altobelli and Bremner […]

12 / 29 / 17

Managing Disruption

The spotlight shone on Yardi Canada for much of late November and early December at major industry events in Toronto. The company was the closing roundtable sponsor at the Global Property Market Real Estate Forum and sponsored the Toronto Real Estate Forum’s keynote session. Yardi Canada was also the top-level Title Sponsor and staffed a […]

12 / 28 / 17

Green Lease Leaders

Commercial building owners, tenants and brokers need the right tools to incorporate energy efficiency into leases.  A program called Green Lease Leaders stands ready to provide them. Green Lease Leaders helps real estate practitioners create leases that promote collaboration on investments such as high-efficiency rooftop air handling units, lighting retrofits, water irrigation upgrades and solar […]

12 / 07 / 17

Build to Rent

LONDON – Technology has changed all our lives so fundamentally in recent years that it is sometimes difficult to look back to an era when things were done differently. Today’s normality was, just a short time ago, unthinkable. Banking is a good example. Today, we take it for granted that we can access our accounts […]

12 / 04 / 17

Smooth Sailing

Yardi celebrated the 40th anniversary of Property Council of Australia’s “Property Congress,” a premier event for the Australian real estate industry. Yardi held its accustomed place as Principal Sponsor of the event, which took place in Cairns, Queensland. Several senior members of the Yardi Australia team attended, including Mark Heaney (project manager), Kelvin Manual (regional […]

11 / 16 / 17

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Retail Management

As modern landlords strive to drive footfall and revenues in their shopping centers, they are using sophisticated new tools and techniques. Astute use of data can lead to better-informed decisions – but how is the impact of this new discipline being felt across the property industry? Yardi brought together a panel of thought leaders in […]

10 / 31 / 17

Recon from Space

Earth-orbiting satellites have been part of the fabric of daily life for more than 50 years.  Billions of people depend on them to support fast, accurate execution of communication, weather monitoring, military and intelligence operations, and other activities. In recent years, the property management industry has become a leader in leveraging space systems’ elevated perspective […]

10 / 09 / 17

Renters Speak Out

If you’re currently a renter or have ever been one, you’ve probably wondered whether or not your landlord considers your needs for a happier home. A recent survey of thousands of Canadian renters sent a clear message to property managers everywhere: from soundproof walls to high speed internet and online services, renters are expecting more […]

10 / 05 / 17

Multifamily Outlook

Yardi Matrix reports another strong summer for the multifamily real estate sector. The fundamentals were downgraded from “great” to “consistently good” but several factors suggest continued, healthy performance. Even rapid development in some of the nation’s hottest markets has slowed to a more sustainable pace due to construction labor shortages. The shortages may have longer-lasting […]

10 / 02 / 17

RFD Social

An eye-catching yet awkward space may soon become Atlanta’s hottest new bar and lounge. The site of Ponce City Market was once home to Sears, Roebuck & Co. headquarters. When it opened in 1926, newspapers heralded the 2.1 million square-foot building as the largest brick structure in the southeastern United States for decades. It remained […]

09 / 25 / 17

Recovery from Harvey

In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, Congress has approved a $15.25 billion disaster aid package for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). An additional package for Hurricane Irma recovery is likely under deliberation. The approved funds will contribute to, yet not cover, emergency assistance for regions of Texas and Louisiana overcome by Hurricane Harvey. The […]

09 / 21 / 17