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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs): Understanding the Construction Connection

Construction Marketing

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are owners, operators, and financers of income-generating real estate properties. The primary purpose of a REIT is to generate income for its investors through rental income, capital gains, or both. As such, it may lead to higher rental income and property values.

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Low-income housing doesn’t lower neighborhood housing values

BD+C

housing markets from 1996 to 2006 found that residential property values near low-income housing were not significantly impacted. . The study looked at more than 3,000 low-income housing projects and their surrounding neighborhoods. An analysis by real-estate listing website Trulia in the 20 highest-priced U.S.

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103 income-restricted residential units under construction in Downtown Denver

BD+C

Capitol Square Apartments, a six-story infill development designed by KTGY is set to bring 103 income-restricted units for a range of low- and moderate-income households near the Central Business District of Downtown Denver.

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Puerto Rican mixed-use, mixed income housing development begins construction

BD+C

The site will be divided into six residential blocks that includes five streets dedicated to family housing, and one reserved for elderly housing. The Jose Gautier Benitez development is officially under construction on a 21-acre site in Caguas, Puerto Rico.

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How Much Does a Construction Worker Make?

Building Radar

In this guide, we explore the factors affecting construction worker earnings, the average salaries in different regions, and strategies for maximizing your income. For example, workers involved in high-risk or specialized projects, such as bridge construction or oil platforms, tend to earn more than those working on residential projects.

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Property Development And Marketing Tips To Maximize Your ROI

Construction Marketing

Though house prices have been steadily rising, the demand for residential and commercial property from both local and international investors continues to surge as well. For example, if you intend to build luxury apartments, your target customers will be comprised of high-income earners.

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How Excessive Design Standards Hurt Home Affordability

Pro Builder

Stringent residential design standards imposed by local governments are affecting housing costs; the impact of new residential construction on the broader economy (chart). The fact that certain classes of homebuyers are excluded from buying a home makes excessive residential design standards an inappropriate policy option.

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