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    National average rent unchanged in February

    Affordability, economic conditions and supply and demand will determine the near-term future of the spring renting season.

    By March 16, 2023
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    DEALS + STARTS

    Developer breaks ground on third community in Northwest Arkansas

    With The Junction of Scottsdale, Mia Rose Holdings has 614 units underway in the region.

    By March 15, 2023
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    Multifamily Construction

    Despite a range of challenges, apartment developers are getting creative to keep the construction pipeline flowing. 

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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    The cities with the highest, lowest rental vacancy rates

    The national rate has held relatively steady over the past four quarters, according to Census data.

    By March 9, 2023
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    Senators urge DOJ to investigate RealPage

    The group of legislators recently wrapped up an investigation of the firm’s rent-setting software.

    By March 8, 2023
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    Q&A

    Are the BTR capital markets coming back?

    Wolfson Development’s CEO thinks investors see safety in single-family rentals, even if the days of 40% rent growth in Florida are over.

    By March 1, 2023
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    REITS report ‘cautious optimism’

    Multifamily Dive examines each of the major REITs’ most recent earnings report and their outlook for the year to come.

    By Feb. 22, 2023
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    Why apartment owners are brushing off the tech industry’s layoffs (so far)

    The impact of job cuts has been limited up until now — will the rental market stay resilient?

    By Feb. 21, 2023
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    PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

    Housing Trust Group opens second upscale community in Phoenix metro

    Aviva – Goodyear in Arizona is 78% leased as of its opening.

    By Feb. 17, 2023
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    REIT Report

    Equity Residential sees positive employment signs amid uncertainty

    The REIT nears the finish line with some centralization initiatives as it works to corral costs.

    By Feb. 17, 2023
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    REIT Report

    AvalonBay pushes forward with expansion goals

    On its earnings call last week, the REIT said it sees signs of rent growth heading into spring leasing.

    By Feb. 15, 2023
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    Q&A

    Why it’s easier to get affordable deals done right now

    RailField Partners' chief investment officer provides insight into which deals are crossing the finish line.

    By Feb. 14, 2023
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    Rents remain flat, but pros are cautiously optimistic

    Even though rent growth is on the decline year over year, job growth is strong and household incomes are stable, says Yardi Matrix.

    By Feb. 13, 2023
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    REIT Report

    Tech sector layoffs, eviction concerns stymie Essex’s growth

    The REIT continues to make progress on its centralized property functions and revenue management system, it said during a recent earnings call.

    By Feb. 13, 2023
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    Report breaks down multifamily regulations by state

    A new whitepaper from Freddie Mac outlines requirements for tenant screening and eviction notices, among others.

    By Feb. 10, 2023
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    REIT Report

    UDR plans to increase the number of properties without staffers

    During its earnings call this week, the REIT’s executives talked about rising expenses, hot markets and the increasing importance of technology.

    By Feb. 9, 2023
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    REIT Report

    Camden reports revenue gains, but notes a slowing rental market

    Sensing an opportunity in the future, the REIT could be more aggressive than its peers in developing new properties.

    By Feb. 6, 2023
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    REIT Report

    MAA posts strong revenue, rent increases in Q4

    The REIT’s robust renewal rates are driving growth as new lease pricing moderates, according to the firm’s earnings call last week.

    By Feb. 3, 2023
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    2023 multifamily outlook roundup

    From financing to development, design to acquisitions, these will be the biggest topics and trends facing apartment pros this year.

    By Multifamily Dive Staff • Jan. 31, 2023
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    Apartment demand drops to lowest level since 2009

    Market indicators point to higher absorption in 2023, but consumer confidence needs a rebound first.

    By Jan. 23, 2023
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    OUTLOOK 2023

    3 questions about REITs in 2023

    The public companies could see an opportunity to get more aggressive in the new year, but deteriorating fundamentals may provide challenges.

    By Jan. 18, 2023
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    Q&A

    Chicago rent growth will moderate in 2023, owner says

    Peak Properties’ Mike Zucker is focusing on retaining both employees and residents this year.

    By Jan. 17, 2023
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    Flexible rent payment options gain popularity as affordability decreases

    Buy now, pay later programs save property managers time and help struggling renters stay up to date.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Jan. 17, 2023
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    After a strong 2022, rent growth expected to slow this year

    Rents rose 6.2% in 2022, posting a second straight year of rapid growth —  but that has decelerated in recent months, according to Yardi Matrix.

    By Jan. 12, 2023
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    Rents drop at sharpest rate in over a decade

    Indianapolis now stands at the top for YOY rent growth as Miami and other areas backslide.

    By Dec. 16, 2022
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    Rent growth expected to cool even more in 2023

    Forecasts for next year include the likelihood of a recession, according to Yardi Matrix.

    By Dec. 12, 2022