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Although rent growth has accelerated, the share of listings offering an incentive remains elevated The typical U.S. asking rent rose to $1,965 in June, up 2.2% annually, according to the Zillow Observed Rent Index. 39.7% of rentals on Zillow offered a concession in June, up from 35.2% a year ago. Sun Belt renters have more options and more deals than the rest of the country, the direct result of a years-long building boom. Fewer apartments are sitting empty, rents are climbing, and yet the deals keep coming. According to the Zillow® June Rental Report, the typical U.S. asking rent rose to $1,965, up 2.2% compared to a year ago, and nearly 2 in 5 rental listings came with a... Read more
Every lease starts as a bet between strangers. The landlord bets that the person on the other side of the application is who they claim to be and earns what they claim...
Ten years ago, a prospective renter’s research process was simple: they toured the unit, met the leasing agent, maybe skimmed a few reviews. Today, before they...
Midway through 2026, the multifamily industry appears to be holding steady. By many accounts, fundamentals are weathering uncertainties across the economy, job markets...
Passing on rising property insurance costs in multifamily is getting harder, and the burden is shifting from renters to owners as new supply, rent concessions and...
When it comes to the planters and flowerbeds around your building or association, choosing the right annual and perennial plants to go in them isn’t quite as simple as you might think. There are many considerations to take into account, from available sunlight to water sources to foot traffic and car exhaust. A particular flower, plant, or bush might look perfect framing the gateway to your community—but will it actually thrive there? Like everything else we do or buy to enhance the curb appeal and general pride of place for our communities, plantings cost money. You don’t want to waste it. Location, Location… With any kind of landscape planning, climate and your location are the... Read more
Property managers make judgment calls every day. Most can be handled through established policies, training, and good documentation. But fair housing has a way of...
Learning how to choose a Cost Segregation Company in 2026 can protect your tax position, speed up depreciation deductions, and help you avoid a weak report your CPA...
Multifamily insurance costs have jumped so sharply since 2019 that they are eroding net operating income, weakening valuations, and threatening the long‑term...
Heading into the second half of the year, independent rental owners are adjusting their strategies about where they put their money compared to six months ago, opting...
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