Reading Time: < 1 minute US: Investment firm KKR has agreed to buy a portfolio of 19 student housing assets from Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust for $1.64 billion.
Reading Time: 2 minutes UK: Bristol City Council has unanimously approved plans a mixed-use scheme by Greystar and Student Roost.
Reading Time: 2 minutes UK: Investor and developer Long Harbour will expand its living sector focus into PBSA through a JV with Rosethorn Capital
Reading Time: < 1 minute US: Cushman & Wakefield has appointed its first US head of single-family rentals as it looks to strengthen its presence in the sector.
Reading Time: 3 minutes US: Kasa Living, a tech-powered, flexible accommodations brand and operator, has closed a $70 million Series C fundraise to fund and accelerate its expansion across the United States.
Reading Time: < 1 minute UK: A Student Roost proposal could see a new school building and PBSA project replacing a former office block in Coventry.
Reading Time: 3 minutes UK: A new BTR mystery shopping report has found that although developments offer high-quality amenities, apartments and communal areas, a drop in customer service at the enquiry and viewing stage risks damaging the reputation of brands and buildings.
Reading Time: < 1 minute UK: Proptech firm Lavanda has partnered with student accommodation specialist UPP to offer summer short-stay solutions to 15 universities across the UK.
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Reading Time: 14 minutes Worldwide: The IHM editorial team select 22 inspirational female leaders in hospitality and real estate to mark International Women’s Day 2023 [8 March].
