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Renter Priorities Shift in 2026 Market

KEY TAKEAWAYS 86% of Gen Z and millennial renters have delayed major life milestones due to rising housing costs. Renter priorities focus on essentials: in-unit laundry, pet-friendly policies, and central AC top the list. Almost half would relocate—across city, state, or country borders—for more affordable rent. More than half see Airbnb-friendly rentals as a strategy to boost income and flexibility. Affordability Reshapes Life Plans Rising housing costs in 2026 have forced renters to rethink their priorities. Apartment List did a survey of 1,000 Gen Z and millennial renters which showed that many delay key life events. Homebuying, retirement savings, and starting families are now... Read more

The U.S. multifamily market wrapped up 2025 on a somber note as sluggish late-year performance wiped away all gains from earlier in the year, according to Yardi...

United Van Lines released the company’s 49th Annual National Movers Study last week, revealing a fundamental shift in American migration patterns as economic headwinds...

U.S. population growth is slowing and expected to continue declining over the next decade. At the same time, demand for multifamily rental units continues to be robust,...

The national median rent fell 0.8% in December, and now stands at $1,356. This closes the book on 2025, with five consecutive months of rent declines. Based on recent...

Manage Rentals from Anywhere

Owning property out of state—whether through inheritance, investment, or relocation—requires landlords to take a different approach. Managing rental properties from a distance can feel overwhelming, but it’s achievable with the right strategies and tools. From finding tenants to collecting rent, new technology allows landlords to stay on top of operations without being physically present. This guide outlines key steps for successfully running rental properties remotely. Why Go Remote? Remote landlording provides flexibility and the opportunity to grow your rental business while minimizing hands-on management. Tools like those offered by AAOA help landlords screen tenants efficiently... Read more

For shared-interest communities, guarding the safety and security of residents is of paramount importance. Achieving those goals is more than a matter of key fobs and...

Fake move-in packages are proliferating on social media platforms like Reddit, TikTok, and Facebook, luring would-be renters into purchasing identities and...

A renter touring an apartment has already made 90% of their decision before they ever step through the door. They’ve seen the website, scrolled the Instagram...

Saving money on energy is more important than ever in uncertain economic times. As every day seems to bring surprising headlines, apartment owners, developers, and...