38 — October 2026 — Owners, Developers & Managers — M id A tlantic Real Estate Journal
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US Congressman Bresnahan tours Pennsylvania Factory Crystal Windows expands black color finish options
Firm adds Yonkers, NY mixed-use building Accordia extends third-party property management portfolio
YONKERS, NY — Accor- dia Property Management has been awarded a 22,000 s/f property on South Broadway in Yonkers. Accordia is providing prop- erty management, financial oversight, tenant and ven- dor relations and ongoing operational support. “We’ve built our manage- ment business around the same principles we apply to our own properties,” said Frank Recine , principal of Accordia. “When an owner entrusts us with an asset, we approach it as if it were our own. That means protecting the property, controlling ex- penses and making informed decisions that support the owner’s objectives.” continued from page 32 we bring that same owner’s perspective to every decision. Q: How important are ten- ant relationships? CH: They’re extremely im- portant. Tenants spend time at the property every day, and the management team is often the connection between the tenant and ownership. You need to be accessible, communicate clearly and follow through. When you build good relationships, tenants are also more likely to communicate with you about what they’re experiencing. That gives us valuable insight into what’s working and where something may need attention. Q: What goes into man- aging vendors and capital projects effectively? CH: Preparation is a big part of it. Before work begins, you need to understand the scope, cost, schedule and potential impact on the property. Then there’s accountability. We want qualified vendors, competitive pricing, clear expec- tations and consistent follow- through. For larger projects, coordination becomes especially important because the work has to move forward without un- necessarily disrupting tenants or normal building operations. Q: How involved should a property management team be in the financial side of an asset? CH: Very involved. A property manager is making decisions every day that have financial consequences, so you have to understand the numbers behind those decisions. Budgeting and expense man-
“Property management, leasing and financial per - formance are all connected,” said Recine. “Our experi- ence across those disci- plines allows us to look at the entire asset, address what needs attention today and identify opportunities that can make the property stronger over time.” The South Broadway assign- ment further strengthens Ac- cordia’s third-party business throughout the region. MAREJ agement aren’t separate from operations. They’re part of man- aging the property effectively. Knowing where the property is performing as expected, where costs are changing and what ex- penses are coming gives owner- ship much better visibility and allows everyone to plan rather than react. Q: After more than 15 years at Accordia, what do you think distinguishes the company’s third-party man - agement practice? CH: We have people who un- derstand properties from both the management and owner- ship sides of the business. We know what it’s like to operate a building every day, but we also understand what ownership needs from that building as an investment. For our clients, that means we’re not just checking boxes. We’re involved, we’re accessible and we’re thinking about what’s best for the property and the owner over the long term. With nearly two decades in commercial real estate and extensive experience oversee- ing a multimillion-square-foot portfolio, Chris brings a broad operational perspective to Ac- cordia’s third-party property management practice. Accordia provides property and asset management, fi- nancial management, tenant and vendor oversight, leasing support, capital planning and other services designed to help commercial real estate owners operate their properties effec- tively and make informed deci- sions about their assets. MAREJ Management Built Around Ownership South Broadway in Yonkers
Crystal now offers an extruded black vinyl finish option, FusionCore 360 TM , for the top-selling Series 200 window line.
Crystal recently welcomed U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan to its PA factory black vinyl sash and frame components, providing durable color integrity and an uninter- rupted finish across interior and exterior surfaces. The fin - ish is available for Series 200 double-hung, picture, sliding and projected casement, awning and hopper styles. efficient low-E glass and argon gas filling are also standard. In other company news, Crystal recently welcomed U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan to its Pennsylvania factory for an overview of the company with chairman and founder Thomas Chen and facility managers, followed by a tour of the production floor. Bres - nahan currently represents Pennsylvania’s 8th Congres- sional District.
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Door Systems is expand- ing its vinyl product offer- ings while planning further growth at its Pennsylvania operations. The manufacturer recently introduced a new ex- truded black finish for its flag - ship Series 200 vinyl window line and welcomed U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan to its Benton Twp. manufacturing facility. The Crystal Series 200 vinyl window line is now available with an extruded black color op- tion, Crystal FusionCore 360™. The new FusionCore 360 finish responds to market demand from homeowners, ar- chitects, developers and build- ers for dramatic dark win- dow frames and sashes that complement modern building designs and aesthetics. The ex- truded black vinyl option joins finish options available for the recently launched Series 800 single-hung vinyl line, which includes co-extruded capstock FusionCore and FusionCore Max black and bronze two- tone and monotone colors. Crystal’s FusionCore 360 technology for the Series 200 windows features fully extruded MOORESTOWN, NJ — Pearl Apartments, developed by Bel Canto Asset Growth Fund LLC , held its official ribbon-cutting celebration on September 22. Located near Moorestown Mall and the township’s downtown, Pearl offers 375 conventional and affordable residences in one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts. Ame- nities include a resort-style pool and sun deck, state-of- the-art fitness center, resi - dent parlor, coworking studio
The Series 200 is a 3¼-inch jamb-depth vinyl window with full fusion-welded, multi-cham- ber frame and sash profiles. In addition to FusionCore 360 black, the line comes standard in white or beige and offers a range of painted color finishes. Series 200 models offer a variety of features and per- formance ratings. The double- hung model features tilt-in sashes, dual vent locks, er- gonomic lift rails and auto- activating sash locks and is rated R-PG50. The Series 211 picture window is rated R-PG60, while the Series 220 sliding window features brass rollers, an R-PG35 rating and 2- and 3-lite configurations. The Series 235 casement has a multi-point locking system and is rated LC-PG40, while the Series 245 awning window is rated LC-PG50. A ⅞-inch glazing pocket and dual-pane IGUs are standard across the Series 200 line, with a triple-glass option. Energy-
Crystal and Bresnahan also discussed the company’s plans to expand operations at the factory and its other growth goals in Pennsylvania. “Crystal is proud to be here in northeast Pennsylvania, where we acquired an un- used facility and established a thriving production plant employing 100 workers,” said Chen. “This factory is vital to our national operations, and it is conveniently located to serve our New York, mid- Atlantic, and central US mar- kets. Crystal has found the business environment in Penn- sylvania to be very supportive and pro-growth. The interest from elected officials such as Congressman Bresnahan, who took time to learn about our company and meet our workers, demonstrates that.” MAREJ “Pearl was built with in- tention, with craft, and with a deep respect for this com- munity. We are thrilled to finally open these doors and welcome residents home,” said Thomas Leonard III, chairman, Bel Canto Asset Growth Fund. “Every detail was chosen with our residents in mind,” said Jennifer Nevitt, CEO, Bel Canto Asset Growth Fund. “Moorestown deserves nothing less.” MAREJ
Pearl Apartments marks ribbon-cutting milestone and podcast studio.
Shown from left: Thomas Leonard III, Bel Canto Asset Growth Fund LLC; Jennifer Nevitt, Bel Canto Asset Growth Fund LLC.
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