Multifamily

In this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b>, Houston's population grew dramatically, moving closer to becoming the third-largest city as Chicago's population continues to decline, according to Census Bureau stats.

This is Electra's and American Landmark's third multifamily acquisition so far this year. In South Florida, they also own and operate Beach Walk at Sheridan in Dania Beach and Lago Paradiso in Miami.

Last year the company sold $1.7 billion in assets and it plans to sell between $1 billion and $1.2 billion this year.

In part two of this two-part <b>EXCLUSIVE</b>, Swinerton CEO Jeff Hoopes recently discussed developments in general, the Oceanwide Center, housing and what's ahead for the next 130 years.

Kassin is the founder and managing partner of the New York City-headquartered firm, which now owns and manages more than 60 properties in eight states and has completed more than $2 billion of real estate-related investments since 2005.

And the homes that do hit the market are selling faster than ever.

Slated for completion in early 2019, The Palmer will offer 46 units, all of which will be integrated with IOTAS smart home technology, which can control various home functions from a smart device.

A roundup of the latest leases, sales and other transactions in the Northeast middle markets.