How global events are impacting multifamily investment (and where the market is headed)

Despite global shocks, multifamily remains a sound commercial real estate investment and a favored asset class among lenders and investors, Michael Zaransky writes. Continue reading

Renters accelerate buying plans as rental affordability improves

Zillow data shows rent price growth has reached its lowest level since 2020, saving the typical renter $2,316 annually. Continue reading

Trends and opportunities in multifamily housing for 2026

Multifamily market resilience makes it an attractive investment for those seeking long-term income and diversification, Michael Zaransky writes. Continue reading

Why multifamily occupancy and rent growth rise or fall

Multifamily investors thrive when supply and demand are in alignment, Michael Zaransky writes. Learn how market balance drives occupancy, rent growth and long-term returns. Continue reading

Cooling rental market means more concessions for renters: Zillow

A 50-year high in multifamily building starts and completions has led to cooling rent growth and better leases for renters. In July, 33.2 percent of rentals on Zillow included concessions — a 23 percent increase from 2023. Continue reading

Despite declines, rents are still $305 higher than pre-2020 trends

Despite 11 months of declines, Realtor.com said the typical renter is paying $305 more monthly for an apartment compared to 2019. The greatest rent increases are in Florida and the Midwest. Continue reading

Compass CEO Robert Reffkin says the luxury market is back

The luxury market is back. That was Compass co-founder and CEO Robert Reffkin’s primary message during his latest appearance on CNBC’s “Squawk on the Street,” where he talked about home price trends, mortgage rates, and stock market ebbs and flows. Continue reading

Landlords pull plug on renter incentives ahead of spring

While incentives are still an integral part of the new-home market, they’re falling out of popularity in the rental segment as demand — and competition — strengthens. The number of Zillow rental listings with concessions has struggled, going from 32.7 … Continue reading

Inventory boost expected to slow rent growth to 1.5%

The rental market is entering the new year with a major boost in inventory and cooling rental growth — two factors that are expected to yield a mixed bag of results for landlords and tenants alike.  Continue reading

Rent remains near record highs, but the balance of power is shifting

At $2,052, the median monthly rent remains near its all-time high. But builders are wrapping up construction on thousands of new units, and rents could start falling soon. Continue reading