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Covered Bonds
https://www.nmhc.org/industry-topics/finance-and-capital-markets/covered-bonds/
As lawmakers seek ways to reduce the industry’s reliance on government-backed financing sources, some have proposed developing a covered bond market to provide an additional source of liquidity for th
CMBS
https://www.nmhc.org/industry-topics/finance-and-capital-markets/cmbs/
Although the role of the CMBS industry as a capital provider to the multifamily industry has decreased significantly, it still provides a key financing option for apartment owners. New regulations inf
GSEs and Housing Finance Reform
https://www.nmhc.org/industry-topics/finance-and-capital-markets/gses-and-housing-finance-reform/
The ongoing health of the apartment industry relies on preserving the mortgage liquidity currently provided by the GSEs in all markets during all economic cycles. NMHC urges lawmakers to recognize the
Indoor Environmental Issues
https://www.nmhc.org/industry-topics/indoor-environmental-issues/
Here is a summary of NMHC’s research and information on Indoor Environmental Issues
Chemicals
https://www.nmhc.org/industry-topics/indoor-environmental-issues/chemicals/
In 2012, OSHA revised its OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to create new compliance requirements for employers, including builders, apartment owners and managers. The HCS requires all employer
Indoor Air Quality IAQ
https://www.nmhc.org/industry-topics/indoor-environmental-issues/indoor-air-quality-iaq/
In recent years, residential indoor air quality (IAQ) pollution has evolved into a major legal and public policy issue. NMHC offers guidance on a range of emergent IAQ issues, including environmental
Smoke Free Policies
https://www.nmhc.org/industry-topics/indoor-environmental-issues/smoke-free-policies/
Growing demand for smoke-free housing has encouraged apartment firms to embrace the trend. These resources track the trend and help firms implement no-smoking policies.
Pandemic Flu
https://www.nmhc.org/industry-topics/insurance-legal-and-risk-mitigation/pandemic-flu/
Here is a summary of NMHC’s research and information on Pandemic Flu
Terrorism Insurance
https://www.nmhc.org/industry-topics/insurance-legal-and-risk-mitigation/terrorism-insurance/
Most lenders require apartment owners to carry terrorism risk insurance. Prior to the 9/11 terrorist attacks this was not a problem. However, after the attacks, private carriers began dropping terrori