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Fannie and Freddie Enhance Tenant Protections

Appraisal Buzz

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have both released additional information regarding new protections for tenants in multifamily properties with mortgages backed by the Government-Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs). non-GSE) form loan documents.

Tenants 418
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Midwest, Northeast markets dominate Realtor.com list of investor hot spots

Housing Wire

The Midwest and Northeast regions seem to be the new hot spots for real estate investors. 1 spot among the best destinations for real estate investors this year. This trend signified a strong market for investors with little to no turnover among tenants. Dayton, Ohio, holds the No.

Investors 405
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Investors bought one in six homes sold in Q2 2024: Redfin

Housing Wire

housing market may have slowed during the second quarter of the year, investors did not take their foot off the gas. The number of home purchases by investors rose 3.4% While investors are still sensitive to mortgage rate changes, they are less sensitive than consumer buyers as 69% of investors pay in cash.

Investors 466
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Investor regret is up as purchases hit lowest point in 2 years

Real Estate News

Since the beginning of the year, fewer investors appear to be jumping into the market, and many report dissatisfaction with managing tenants and properties.

Investors 230
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Investing in tomorrow: Steven Katz is bullish on the build-to-rent market

Housing Wire

Katz discusses the contributing factors leading to higher occupancy rates in BTR properties, the advantages of BTR financing solutions for investors, and their long-term growth potential. The credit profile of the tenant in the BTR space is much stronger. SK: Historically, low tenant turnover is a huge opportunity for operators.

Tenants 462
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Technology’s role in rental property investment market

Housing Wire

rental sector has benefitted most landlords in this country, from larger multifamily investors to smaller mom-and-pop owners. Individual investors own about 70% of rental properties in the U.S., Top-of-mind solutions for landlords include automated tenant screening and online rent collection, as well as smart home amenities.

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Roofstock buys Great Jones platform to help investors profit on their real estate

Housing Wire

Some of these properties have tenants already residing in them, giving investors the opportunity to buy and sell the home without the renters being forced to vacate. The company does collect the rent itself if investors choose to use the platform; however, it ensures users will get the money within 30 days.