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REIT Report
Equity Residential’s same-store revenue is better than anticipated
New York posts 19% growth, but California floods drive up expenses and San Francisco and Seattle struggle with concessions.
By Leslie Shaver • April 28, 2023 -
Size, location matter most to wealthy renters
Affluent tenants expect that their larger rent payments will translate into larger units, multifamily developers say.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • April 24, 2023 -
Trendline
Top 5 stories from Multifamily Dive
A roundup of some of Multifamily Dive’s top stories of 2024.
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Texas foreclosures foreshadow Class C troubles
The Applesway Investment Group portfolio suffered from neglect and changing market conditions.
By Leslie Shaver • April 24, 2023 -
After 4 months of decline, rent growth turns positive
Despite bank collapses and market volatility, multifamily fundamentals remain stable, according to Yardi Matrix.
By Mary Salmonsen • April 12, 2023 -
The country’s most EV-friendly metros
While only 4.7% of multifamily buildings nationwide offer electric vehicle charging stations, the concentration varies widely from place to place.
By Mary Salmonsen • April 10, 2023 -
Evictions rose in cities after a national moratorium ended in 2021
There are many policies cities can use to protect renters from losing their homes aside from eviction bans, housing experts say.
By Karen Kroll • April 6, 2023 -
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 Mary Salmonsen • March 16, 2023 -
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 Mary Salmonsen • March 15, 2023 -
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 Mary Salmonsen • March 9, 2023 -
Senators urge DOJ to investigate RealPage
The group of legislators recently wrapped up an investigation of the firm’s rent-setting software.
By Leslie Shaver • March 8, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • March 1, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Feb. 22, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Feb. 21, 2023 -
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
Housing Trust Group opens second upscale community in Phoenix metro
Aviva – Goodyear in Arizona is 78% leased as of its opening.
By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 17, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Feb. 17, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Feb. 15, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Feb. 14, 2023 -
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 Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 13, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Feb. 13, 2023 -
Report breaks down multifamily regulations by state
A new whitepaper from Freddie Mac outlines requirements for tenant screening and eviction notices, among others.
By Mary Salmonsen • Feb. 10, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Feb. 9, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Feb. 6, 2023 -
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 Leslie Shaver • Feb. 3, 2023 -
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 -
Apartment demand drops to lowest level since 2009
Market indicators point to higher absorption in 2023, but consumer confidence needs a rebound first.
By Mary Salmonsen • Jan. 23, 2023