With their exterior access and outdoor common areas, garden-style apartments hold greater appeal for virus-wary renters.

Simon’s and Brookfield’s investments in bankrupt tenants are relatively small. But the deals can give them critical control of the real estate involved.

The low rate environment continues to make it a good time to refinance apartment properties, assuming you can find a lender willing to cut a deal.

It’s been difficult for small businesses just to survive through a pandemic that shut them down for months. In states where virus cases are spiking, the frustration is multiplied exponentially.

The pandemic has marked some shifts in the most wanted apartment amenities.