Veteran developer-investor William fforde, a founder of UniLodge, the U.K.'s first nationwide independent chain of direct-let student accommodation sold in 2001, freely admits that his hair is greying. Today, William and his Domatia colleagues are meeting the...
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SHURE Toronto panel: Is real estate investment sales activity in ‘hibernation?’ A Top 10 List (Part 1: #10, #9, #8)
Post-pandemic micro and macro factors are having a significant impact on commercial real estate investment sales transactions. Unexpected inflation has persisted. Inflation rates have risen rapidly, and it continues to be challenging to deliver new housing...
SHURE GTA panel: Significant changes are underway in the evolution of unit type preferences and cost tolerances
While enrollments in Canada have surged in recent years, the locations from which students are attending have evolved. Canada's domestic enrollment is forecast to increase next year and continue rising after 15 years of stagnation. Meanwhile, Canada's international...
Bonard Presents Canada PBSA Intel at SHURE GTA
Vienna-based BONARD recently participated in SHURE GTA & Eastern Canada, a high-level program produced by the SHURE Initiative and attended by more than 400 university stakeholders and student accommodation executives. Real Estate Business Development Director...
SHURE GTA AWARD NOMINATIONS: VOTE TODAY
The SHURE Initiative values your opinion. In conjunction with SHURE Initiative GTA & Eastern Canada, an in-person and global live-stream event, winners of the following awards will be announced on November 16: University real estate architect of the year for...
Chartwells Higher Education Introduces Climate Labeling TO Empower Students to Make More Sustainable Food Choices
Starting this fall, millions of college students nationwide will know the environmental and social impact of what they eat at dining halls with climate labeling, thanks to an exclusive partnership between Chartwells Higher Education and HowGood, an independent...
Student Housing Tech Firm ButterflyMX Unveils Next-Generation 8″ and 12″ Video Intercom Systems
ButterflyMX today reveals its next-generation 8-inch and 12-inch video intercom systems for multifamily, gated communities, student housing, and commercial properties. Building on nearly a decade of success within the access control industry, ButterflyMX's newest...
Pierce Education Properties Expands Its Portfolio with AcquisitionS in State College, PA
Pierce Education Properties, a leading national student housing owner and operator, announces adding The Bryn & Tremont Student Living properties to its growing portfolio of student apartments. These two vibrant and contemporary student communities are nestled in...
The Evolution of Post-Secondary Institutions & Launch of PEP Commingled Fund: SHURE Initiative Interview Fred Pierce
The SHURE Initiative interviewed Fred Pierce, President and CEO of Pierce Education Properties, commonly known as PEP, a leading U. S. student housing investment and operating business. In addition to his real estate investment and development company, Mr. Pierce is...