Rents

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    Analysts downgrade 3 REITs on heightened supply concerns

    Multiple investment banks have cut Camden, UDR and MAA as bad debt and interest rate increases also pose problems.

    By • Nov. 28, 2023
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    Opinion

    NMHC survey reveals renters’ top preferences

    Prospects are most drawn to practical features such as air conditioning and in-unit washers and dryers, according to a new report.

    By Sarah Yaussi • Nov. 27, 2023
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    Trendline

    Rent Trends

    Seasonality, supply, concessions and more are top of mind for rental owners and operators across the country.

    By Multifamily Dive staff
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    Fannie Mae extends Positive Rent Payment program

    In just over a year, the program has helped 23,000 renters establish a credit score.

    By • Nov. 21, 2023
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    Rents continue falling amid recession concerns

    Northeast and Midwest markets are growing, while the West and Sun Belt see rent declines related to new supply.

    By • Nov. 20, 2023
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    REIT Report

    EQR reports strength on the East Coast

    Washington, New York City and Boston thrive, while Seattle and San Francisco struggle. 

    By • Nov. 16, 2023
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    REIT Report

    Essex sees delinquencies drop in October

    The REIT predicts growth potential from tech jobs in its West Coast markets, with limited new supply competition.

    By • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Mid-priced apartments drive a potential multifamily recovery

    The multifamily market has begun to approach stabilization in the third quarter. However this normalization trend has shown stark divides among property classes. 

    Nov. 13, 2023
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    REIT Report

    ‘Unprecedented’ concessions from competitors put pressure on UDR

    Sun Belt supply is an issue, but the REIT also sees increased competition on the coasts.

    By • Nov. 9, 2023
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    REIT Report

    Bad debt, oversupply suppress Camden’s Q3 results

    Delinquencies, skips, fraud and lease breaks have jumped for the firm in the second half of the year.

    By • Nov. 7, 2023
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    REIT Report

    AVB adjusts return expectations on new development

    Move-outs to new homes fell for AvalonBay, but executives expect market deceleration in 2024.

    By • Nov. 2, 2023
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    REIT Report

    MAA’s new lease rents fall due to competitors’ concessions

    A glut of new supply is providing obstacles and opportunities for the REIT.

    By • Oct. 31, 2023
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    Seasonality, supply will be a double whammy for operators this winter

    Lease renewal management and concessions can help when demand softens, industry pros say.

    By • Oct. 24, 2023
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    10 markets where rent growth is outpacing inflation

    Even as national rent growth has fallen below inflation, these markets are seeing rent growth exceeding the latest inflation rate. Is yours on the list?

    Oct. 23, 2023
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    FTC drafts ban on junk fees

    The proposal would prohibit businesses from advertising prices or rents that leave out mandatory additional costs.

    By • Oct. 17, 2023
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    Is the multifamily market finally stabilizing?

    The last few years have seen rocketing growth and dramatic declines in the multifamily market. This may be changing, as rent growth appears to be normalizing and the trajectory for vacancy rates has begun to flatten. 

    Oct. 16, 2023
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    Rents drop due to heavy new apartment supply

    Multifamily faces headwinds from a slowing economy and a strong delivery pipeline.

    By • Oct. 13, 2023
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    Q&A

    How centralization can smooth an operator’s expansion to BTR

    Georgia-based Landmark Properties is known for student housing. Now it's moving into single-family rentals.

    By • Oct. 12, 2023
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    Turnover costs hold steady at nearly $4,000 per resident

    The lost revenue associated with flipping an apartment adds up, but there are things owners can do to keep renters in place, according to a new report.

    By • Oct. 11, 2023
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    Moody’s: Student housing sees rebound

    Occupancy and rental rates have jumped since the pandemic, but inflation remains a hurdle for owners and developers.

    By • Oct. 11, 2023
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    Q&A

    Cindy Clare: Budgeting is a lot harder right now

    As the market returns to seasonal patterns and supply increases, operators are preparing for a more volatile year.

    By • Oct. 10, 2023
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    2 more Houston properties in financial trouble

    As debt costs soar and other expenses rise, more owners in the city could be challenged.

    By • Oct. 3, 2023
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    Tracker

    Problem loans: Tracking the biggest multifamily delinquencies of the year

    From New York to San Francisco, apartment owners are struggling to pay their lenders. Multifamily Dive rounds up the companies and portfolios that are facing issues.

    By • Updated Nov. 3, 2023
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    MSCI: Apartment sales volume drops 74% YOY

    Prices fell 14.9% from last year, but the declines have begun slowing.

    By • Sept. 29, 2023
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    PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

    Leasing begins at 200-unit, 27-story tower in the Bronx

    Maven, located in the Mott Haven neighborhood, features custom artwork panels by local and international artists.

    By • Sept. 22, 2023
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    San Francisco apartments face financial challenges

    One-third of the apartment properties on Trepp’s delinquency watchlist are in the city.

    By • Sept. 20, 2023