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Apartment Investment Tallies Hurricane Costs

 
John Ittner
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    NEW YORK -- Apartment Investment and Management Co. said Wednesday that damage caused by Tropical Storm Fay and Hurricane Ike on its property is expected to be in the $3 million to $6 million range, or about 3 cents to 6 cents a share, in funds for operations in the third quarter. Property damage was caused by strong winds and water intrusion, and included damage to roofs, exterior siding and landscaping.

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