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Built-to-rent construction gains momentum amid affordable housing shortage 

Housing Wire

As a result, some homebuilders have doubled down on the construction of built-to-rent (BTR) homes. The momentum is continuing as another 99,000 BTR homes are under construction in 2024, although the breakneck pace is expected to ease in 2025. Meanwhile, investors are flocking to the BTR sector.

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Housing Market Forecast: Unpredictable Mortgage Rates to Shake Up 2025

Appraisal Buzz

A construction boom has eased pressure on rent prices, putting rent affordability on track to improve next year—that is, as long as wages continue to grow.” Compared to the record rent growth in 2022, the market for apartment tenants was comparatively favorable this year. Many are also viewing renting as a longer-term lifestyle.

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The intensifying rental market: Why agents must be prepared

Housing Wire

percent in 2025, with some regions experiencing hikes of 20 percent or more, according to data by Construction Coverage. Understanding rental pricing trends, vacancy rates, and localized demand shifts will be critical in serving both tenants and property owners effectively. have continued to surge.

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New Construction Boom Fuels Rising Rent Prices 

Appraisal Buzz

In 2024, multifamily construction completions are at all-time highs; in many places, supply now exceeds demand. This is causing some building owners to lower their rent and provide potential tenants with incentives. The post New Construction Boom Fuels Rising Rent Prices first appeared on The MortgagePoint.

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California Realtors discuss post-wildfire changes in Black neighborhoods

Housing Wire

Many Black families moved to these neighborhoods in the 1960s after redlining and interstate construction forced them out of other areas. ” Kalin closed his session with tailored advice for agents who are assisting landlords, buyers, and tenants with wildfire recovery. Landlords cannot raise rents by more than 10% until then.

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The Week Ahead: Preparing for 2025

Appraisal Buzz

Housing Market Supply and Demand: An analysis of housing inventory trends and construction pressures affecting pricing and availability. Dr. Conerly’s analysis included interest rates, inflation, and the Federal Reserve’s strategic direction, with insights into consumer behavior, government spending, and construction.

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Investing in tomorrow: Steven Katz is bullish on the build-to-rent market

Housing Wire

The credit profile of the tenant in the BTR space is much stronger. Many tenants living in BTR communities may also own a BTR investment property while renting a BTR property themselves. SK: Construction lending is extremely complex, and in which banks have traditionally been the dominant players.

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