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Renters in 2025 are younger, more racially diverse and increasingly reliant on digital tools to find and secure housing, according to Zillow’s latest Consumer Housing Trends Report. Even with rising prices and fees, most plan to remain in the rental market. The typical U.S. renter household decision-maker is 41 years old, with half under the age of 40. By generation, Gen Z makes up 44% of recent movers but only 26% of all tenants. Renters are also more racially diverse than the overall adult population, including 49% non-Hispanic white, 19% Hispanic and 19% Black. Financially, the median renter household earns about $54,000 annually, well below the roughly $80,000 median for all... Read more
KEY TAKEAWAYS Renters are almost three times more likely to be uninsured than homeowners (11.7% vs. 4.4%), and they rely more on public programs for...
Overview AI technology offers the potential to analyze vast amounts of data more quickly and efficiently than the human mind is capable. It can also streamline and...
In your journey as an investor, you’re probably searching for the most worthwhile opportunity, and that’s where the apartment vs house debate comes...
Entering the world of multifamily real estate can feel like learning a new language. You’ll hear acronyms and terms that might sound complex, but they are the building...
Many in multifamily believe basic screening is enough—but that’s a myth. Verification goes beyond checking boxes and protects properties from costly fraud and liability. Here’s a breakdown of the most common misconceptions and what actually works. Myth #1: Checking IDs Is Enough A quick look at a driver’s license might seem fine, but high-quality fake IDs are everywhere. Basic “checking” might catch obvious forgeries, yet it won’t confirm if the ID is authentic or even belongs to the prospect. Verification uses technology and databases (like DMV records) to ensure the ID is real and tied to the right person, closing loopholes that basic... Read more
KEY TAKEAWAYS Multifamily forecast projects rent growth to slow to 2% by 2027, reflecting a return to pre-pandemic market norms. Annual completions are expected to...
Aging apartment buildings may not grab headlines like shiny new developments, but for multifamily investors, they’re often the real hidden goldmine. Across the U.S.,...
KEY TAKEAWAYS On-time rent payments rose to 83.7% in November, marking a third straight month of improvement. Full-payment rates remain strong in 2025, averaging 96.1%...
Fraud is no longer hiding in the shadows. It’s being taught and sold in plain sight — sometimes with hashtags and tutorial videos. Across the multifamily housing...
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