American Homes 4 Rent

American Homes 4 Rent

American Homes 4 Rent (NYSE: AMH) is a leader in the single-family home rental industry and "American Homes 4 Rent" is a nationally recognized brand for rental homes, known for high-quality, good value and tenant satisfaction. They are an internally managed Maryland real estate investment trust, or REIT, focused on acquiring, developing, renovating, leasing, and operating attractive, single-family homes as rental properties. As of March 31, 2021, they owned 53,984 single-family properties in selected submarkets in 22 states.

American Homes 4 Rent (NYSE: AMH) (the "Company") just announced that it has priced an underwritten public offering of 16,300,000 of its Class A common shares of beneficial interest, $0.01 par value per share ("Class A common shares"), of which 5,500,000 shares were offered directly by the Company, and 10,800,000 shares were offered, at the request of the Company, by the forward purchasers (as defined below) or their respective affiliates in connection with the forward sale agreements described below. The underwriters have been granted a 30-day option to purchase an aggregate of up to an additional 2,445,000 Class A common shares. The offering is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close on or about May 25, 2021.

In connection with the offering of the Class A common shares, the Company expects to enter into a forward sale agreement with each of JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association and Bank of America, N.A. or their respective affiliates (who are referred to in such capacity individually as a "forward purchaser" and collectively, the "forward purchasers"), with respect to 10,800,000 Class A common shares covered by the offering. The forward purchasers or their respective affiliates are expected to borrow from third parties and sell to the underwriters 10,800,000 Class A common shares in connection with the forward sale agreements (or an aggregate of 13,245,000 shares if the underwriters exercise their option to purchase additional shares in full).

American Homes 4 Rent is positioned for continued growth under the guidance and leadership of the industry's top professionals. They have assembled experts with decades of experience in every facet of the real estate industry – from acquisition, renovation and construction to property management, leasing and maintenance. Their leaders deliver high-quality housing opportunities and customer experiences that create lasting value and healthy partnerships with their residents.

"We are committed to embracing the environmental, social and governance standards – consistent with AH4R's founding principles – that are the cornerstone of good business. We contribute to the well-being of the communities in which we operate through direct investments to rehabilitate and improve our homes and residential neighborhoods." David Singelyn, Chief Executive Officer and Trustee.

American Homes 4 Rent, the pioneer and leader in the single-family rental home industry, has an exhilarating and fluid start-up culture and the permanency of a well-founded corporation, rich with diversity. The company's culture of innovation, collaboration, and bold decision-making has led to their emergence as a thought leader in the space, the largest builder of new homes for rent, and a leading publicly traded REIT (NYSE: AMH). Their continue to attract, engage, develop, and retain top talent at American Homes 4 Rent.

Five iconic and under the radar fashion events

Five iconic and under the radar fashion events

Think of American fashion and New York might come to mind first. While the east coast city does have one of the best fashion scenes in the country, it’s not the only place that’s producing innovative apparel. From Washington to Austin, Boston to Portland, the USA’s most creative cities are brimming with talented designers just waiting to be discovered.

Indie Fashion Week DC

Every October, Indie Fashion Week DC champions independent fashion brands in the Greater Washington DC area (in photo). The vibrant celebration of style features events like RENDEZVOUS, a pop-up shop and runway show which showcases local indie fashion labels and Resurrection, another runway event which hosts international designers like Stevie Boi. To discover up and coming labels before anyone else or to champion local designer-makers, Indie Fashion Week DC is a great weeklong fashion event worth making the trip for.

New York Fashion Week

North America’s most iconic fashion event, New York Fashion Week takes place every February in Manhattan. One of the "Big Four" fashion events in the world (joining Paris, London and Milan in centre stage,) the fashion week champions renowned New York designers both old and new, from Diane von Furstenberg and Michael Kors to Tibi and Self-Portrait. Launching new trends all over the world, this is the must-see event on the American fashion calendar.

Portland Fashion Week

It’s no surprise that hipster city Portland, Oregon is home to the most sustainably focused fashion week in America. And not only that, it’s also the only carbon-negative fashion week in the world. You’ll be able to see a myriad of up and coming fashion designers here - and it's proved its chops by producing as many Project Runway winners than LA and NYC combined. Taking place every October, over five days, the week is split up to focus on different areas of fashion - from ready to wear, couture and accessories, as well as having an entire day dedicated to sustainable apparel.

Boston Curvy Fashion Week

While Boston has been the host of one of America’s biggest fashion weeks since 1995, a new edition to the local fashion scene is Boston Curvy Fashion Week, which celebrates plus size women and promotes inclusive fashion brands. Launched in 2014, the annual event held every July was founded by ten curvy women who wanted to provide healthy and diverse role models for women across the city. From parties to a runway show, and previews of upcoming collections from plus size stores, you’ll be helping to promote inclusivity while having oodles of fun at the same time.

Fashion X Austin Fashion Week

It’s no surprise hip city Austin is home to one of the country's best fashion weeks - Fashion X Austin is now in its 11th year of operation. Taking place every February, this indie branch of Austin Fashion Week is the fourth largest fashion week concept in the United States. It focuses on emerging and independent designers and connects them with buyers and boutiques across the city. You’ll be treated to runway shows, pop up shops and events like Shop For Good, where brands make donations to local non-profit The Kindness Campaign, an anti-bullying charity, with every purchase you make.

Scottsdale Fashion Week

One of the best fashion events in Arizona, Scottdale Fashion Week uniquely combines fashion and music to create an unforgettable event. This festival of fashion makes full use of its runway to present runway shows and live music performances, often together. Taking place every March, they not only feature local designers, but also international heavyweights like Michael Kors and Zandra Rhodes. You’ll be joined at this star-studded event by the nation’s best buyers, stylists, celebrities and designers.

The best independent cinemas in America

The best independent cinemas in America

In the USA, there are some amazing cinemas housed in beautiful and historic venues, from Texas to Illinois. These secret gems are often independently run, have a dedicated fan base among locals and often innovate ideas about what a cinema can be. From cinemas in Austin which are as much brewhouses as film screening venues, to olde worlde theatres which still have silent movie equipment in working order, there’s no more magical way to experience films than a trip to one of these special independent cinemas.

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, Austin

In downtown Austin, the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is as dedicated to showing the latest in great cinema and celebrating classic films as they are about awesome food and drinks. The cinema celebrates Austin’s local breweries, and the innovative bar staff mix up great cocktails. If you’re a foodie, don’t miss their special menus inspired by the films they’re currently showing - like an African-inspired menu for Black Panther and a Pakistani feast designed by Kumail Nanjiani for their screening of The Big Sick.

Crescent Theater, Alabama

A historic movie theater that’s been in operation since 1885, the Crescent Theater’s single screen is the ideal location for the intimate independent and arthouse programming it shows, screening one film only for a certain period of time. The cinema was bought by Max Morey in 2008, and his independent and friendly management has built up a rapport with a loyal group of local punters, who proclaim it to be one of the most special cinemas they’ve been to.

Music Box Theater, Illinois

In Chicago, the Music Box Theater is one of the most aesthetically stunning theaters in America. Built in 1929, it’s been operating continuously since the 1980s, showing the best new arthouse cinema and remembering classic films. What makes this cinema special is the architecture - described as dreamy and atmospheric, the ceiling of the theater is lined with dark blue fabric and lit with twinkling stars and moving cloud formations, while the seating and alcoves are inspired by an Italian courtyard. In 2015, a lounge and garden were added, serving drinks from local producers and creative and refreshing cocktails.

Byrd Theater, Virginia

So stunning it’s been made a State and National landmark, the Byrd Theater in Richmond, Virginia is also managed by a non-profit, who oversee its continued restoration. Built around 90 years ago, this elaborate and grand movie theater is decked out with gold leaf arches, marble walls and a huge crystal chandelier on the ceiling. It’s also home to an original Wurlitzer theater organ, once used as an accompaniment to silent movies. The cinema today shows a range of different films, mostly on their second run but for the bargain price of $4 a ticket. All in all, it’s a charming cinema that’s well worth a visit.

Museum of the Moving Image, New York

A renowned media museum as well as a cinema, the Museum of the Moving Image in New York City hosts numerous film festivals and arthouse movie screenings, all within its historic building. The museum used to be the site of Kaufman Astoria Studios - the largest film studios in the United States in the 1920s and 30s, with classic film stars like the Marx brothers and Rudolph Valentino recording here. After catching a screening in one of the two main movie theaters, explore the award-winning Jim Henson Museum and enjoy some of the interactive exhibitions where you can dub your voice to replace Marilyn Monroe’s in a film clip and learn how to create stop motion animation.

Bear Tooth Theatre and Pub, Anchorage

One of the only cinemas in America to produce their own craft beer, there’s nothing better than sitting in their charming screening room with a bottle of Broken Tooth Beer in hand. All of the seating in their 275-seat theatre also comes with a table in front, so you can order from their restaurant and enjoy it while you catch a movie. They serve great pizza, burritos and salads, and if you’re not a beer fan they make awesome margaritas. Showing independent and second run film screenings, it’s a relaxed place to unwind at the weekend.

Get inspired reading literature

Get inspired reading literature

America's literary tradition is world-renowned, and even today a plethora of excellent writers are producing work across the country. From Brooklyn to the Bay Area, New Orleans to Portland, the USA's best creative cities host literature festivals that celebrate the greatest local, national and international writers and thinkers. For a weekend getaway that will truly inspire you, book a ticket to attend one of these award-winning book festivals.

Brooklyn Book Festival

Championing the inclusive and diverse, Brooklyn Book Festival (in photo) is the largest free literature festival in New York City, and occurs every September, attracting more than 30, 000 bibliophiles to town. From readings to signings and panel discussions, the event attracts a diverse selection of internationally renowned authors like Joan Didion, Salman Rushdie and Dave Eggers. The festival also aims to celebrate the Brooklyn voice in literature, and champions the work of the many authors residing in the area.

Bay Area Book Festival

Taking place in downtown Berkeley every June, the Bay Area Book Festival is a literary extravaganza making use of the ample local literati living in the area. The two-day event takes place annually, and attracts more than 100, 000 visitors. You'll attend panel discussions, talks and workshops, as well as huge amounts of food trucks and stalls and quirky setups like Lacuna - an outdoor library where even the shelves are made of books.

Wordstock: Portland's Book Festival

An annual one-day event held every November in hip Oregon city Portland, Wordstock is a creative literary festival with thoughtful programming for all ages. Held at the Portland Art Museum and other areas in the surrounding area, you can attend panel discussions and pop up readings as well as writing workshops and young adult fiction events. There's extensive children's programming here, as well as non-literature focused activities like live music, and a tasty selection of local food trucks and craft beer from the cities large number of breweries.

PEN World Festival

An innovative book festival conceived of by international charity PEN, this annual event held in New York City attracts big names in the fields of literature and human rights like Salman Rushdie, Esther Allen and Michael Roberts. Focusing on international authors and new writers, the festival also aims to promote free speech and reading all over the world.

Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival

Dedicated to iconic American playwright Tennessee Williams, this festival takes place every March in the French Quarter of New Orleans. Since 1986, this five-day event features readings, workshops and panel discussions related to the late authors work, including the fantastic Stella and Stanley Shouting Contest. Not one for anyone with a sore throat, it re-enacts the famous scene in Williams' most loved play, A Streetcar Named Desire – which was also made into a movie in 1951, starring a young Marlon Brando.

Texas Book Festival

Creative city Austin hosts one of the biggest book festivals in the States every October. Texas Book Festival hosts over 250 acclaimed authors and in true Texan tradition, also has a huge array of live music, food trucks and fantastic local drinks to make the event unforgettable. If you want to meet some of your favourite authors, you'll also have excellent opportunities to - they offer an array of local excursions so you can enjoy their company while exploring the area - including biking and kayaking adventures.

Books By The Banks: Cincinnati USA Book Festival

For the past nine years, the town of Cincinnati in Ohio hosts a day long literary festival, which takes place every October. The festival invites over 100 authors to take part in the celebration of books and learning, and in particular emphasises their children's programming, which aims to encourage a love of reading in its youngest attendees. One of the unique highlights is an area set up with tables for each of the visiting authors, so that visitors can stop by and chat to their favourite writers in a casual environment. It's an inclusive, upbeat festival that makes literature feel open to everyone.