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 Leslie Shaver • Nov. 28, 2023 -
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 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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Seasonality, supply, concessions and more are top of mind for rental owners and operators across the country.
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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 Mary Salmonsen • Nov. 21, 2023 -
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 Mary Salmonsen • Nov. 20, 2023 -
REIT Report
EQR reports strength on the East Coast
Washington, New York City and Boston thrive, while Seattle and San Francisco struggle.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 16, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • 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 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Nov. 9, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Nov. 7, 2023 -
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AVB adjusts return expectations on new development
Move-outs to new homes fell for AvalonBay, but executives expect market deceleration in 2024.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 2, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Oct. 31, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Oct. 24, 2023 -
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Sponsored by Apartments.com10 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 -
FTC drafts ban on junk fees
The proposal would prohibit businesses from advertising prices or rents that leave out mandatory additional costs.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 17, 2023 -
Sponsored by Apartments.com
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 -
Rents drop due to heavy new apartment supply
Multifamily faces headwinds from a slowing economy and a strong delivery pipeline.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 13, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Oct. 12, 2023 -
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 Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 11, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Oct. 11, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Oct. 10, 2023 -
2 more Houston properties in financial trouble
As debt costs soar and other expenses rise, more owners in the city could be challenged.
By Leslie Shaver • Oct. 3, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Updated Nov. 3, 2023 -
MSCI: Apartment sales volume drops 74% YOY
Prices fell 14.9% from last year, but the declines have begun slowing.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 29, 2023 -
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 Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 22, 2023 -
San Francisco apartments face financial challenges
One-third of the apartment properties on Trepp’s delinquency watchlist are in the city.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 20, 2023