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Q&A
Do rent-to-income ratios need to be rethought?
One developer says increased interest rates and construction costs will make renting more expensive.
By Leslie Shaver • May 24, 2022 -
NAA members seek guidance on eviction notice legislation
The federal 30-day-notice requirement for evictions continues nearly two years after the CARES Act expired.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • May 23, 2022 -
Trendline
Top 5 stories from Multifamily Dive
A roundup of some of Multifamily Dive’s top stories of 2024.
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Q&A
Northland zeros in on the Atlanta market
While the Atlanta metro appeals to the Top 50 owner, it doesn’t think the risk is worth the reward in some other high-profile markets.
By Leslie Shaver • May 23, 2022 -
Q&A
How the nation's fifth-largest manager is handling staffing issues
FPI Management sees a recovery in some West Coast markets even as it grapples with labor challenges.
By Leslie Shaver • May 20, 2022 -
Inflation, supply and demand drive multifamily rents higher
The national average asking rent rose in April, and rents are surging in all major markets.
By Mary Salmonsen • May 17, 2022 -
Q&A
How one investor chooses his markets
Neil Schimmel avoids metros with investor-owned single-family housing and looks for owners that are from the area.
By Leslie Shaver • May 16, 2022 -
5 reasons why rents are rising at a record pace
Inflation, demographic shifts and supply shortages have created a perfect storm of rent growth, economists say.
By Mary Salmonsen • May 10, 2022 -
Tenants facing eviction fared better under NYC's legal assistance program: study
Since New York became the first U.S. city to guarantee universal legal representation to low-income tenants in housing court, Princeton researchers say eviction warrants and monetary judgments against them are down.
By Danielle McLean • May 9, 2022 -
Fleeing 'superstar' cities, tech workers are moving to mid-size and smaller markets, causing housing, traffic concerns
After many Americans relocated to work remotely during the pandemic, smaller cities are now grappling with rising housing prices, traffic and homelessness.
By Karen Kroll • May 5, 2022 -
Regional Report: Atlanta metro sees double-digit growth
Despite strong rent increases in many submarkets, one data set points to potential oversupply in the city's Midtown area.
By Mary Salmonsen • May 4, 2022 -
Higher gas prices could help fuel a return to urban living
As expensive fuel boosts demand, some apartment buyers are ready to make deals in cities.
By Leslie Shaver • May 2, 2022 -
Q&A
For one Arizona company, the market provides an opportunity to sell
Despite selling more than 300 units, Caliber Cos. remains active in apartments and other real estate sectors.
By Leslie Shaver • April 29, 2022 -
Health certifications attract tenants, bolster profitability
Renters stay longer in multifamily developments with wellness certifications. "How can you afford not to do this?" asked one developer.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • April 26, 2022 -
Q&A
Housing economist: The industry has hit peak rent growth
Although inflation could partially mute rent gains, Cortland’s chief economist says the supply-demand picture still looks good for multifamily.
By Leslie Shaver • April 25, 2022 -
Q&A
ZRS heading west into Arizona
The Top 50 manager wants to reduce staffing but needs to keep an on-site presence.
By Leslie Shaver • April 20, 2022 -
Affordable housing funding would expand in Biden's FY23 budget
The administration has called for $50 billion to increase the U.S. affordable housing supply and expand the federal Housing Choice Voucher program.
By Danielle McLean • April 4, 2022 -
The country's least affordable cities for rent
U.S. median rent jumped 17.1% in February, marking the seventh month in a row of double-digit increases.
By Leslie Shaver • March 28, 2022 -
Q&A
Transaction volume creates uncertainty for property operators
RKW's Marcie Williams talks about competition among third-party managers to generate new business and keep employees in hot markets.
By Leslie Shaver • March 24, 2022 -
Renovators battle supply chain, inflation issues while enjoying higher rents
Apartment owners like Ashcroft and CWCapital have adjusted their pacing and production strategies to manage a range of new challenges.
By Mary Salmonsen • March 23, 2022 -
10 most popular cities for Gen Z renters
The New York metro area and the Washington, D.C., suburbs rank among the top markets for young people.
By Leslie Shaver • March 22, 2022 -
A tale of 2 cities: Bidding wars break out in NY while San Fran properties struggle
The major coastal metros are following different paths to recovery.
By Leslie Shaver • March 21, 2022 -
Could Zoom towns go bust?
Money is flowing into cities like Boise, Idaho, but some analysts wonder about the sustainability of their growth.
By Leslie Shaver • March 21, 2022 -
Q&A
Multiple prototypes help this developer capitalize on Florida's surging market
The co-CEO of one of the Sunshine State's oldest apartment developers sees plenty of runway for growth, but is also eyeing new markets.
By Leslie Shaver • March 15, 2022 -
Standard, Faring expand LA-area middle-income housing
Two new acquisitions leverage California's public-private partnership structure to preserve market-rate apartments for workforce housing.
By Jeffrey Steele • March 15, 2022 -
Q&A
Owners need to protect themselves as interest rates rise, executive says
The Lynd Group CEO weighs the consequences of rising borrowing costs.
By Leslie Shaver • March 14, 2022