Here's why builders are slamming the brakes on new apartments
Building permits for multifamily units have plunged 27.1 percent from their pandemic-era highs, with new rentals now hitting the market at the slowest pace on record, according to Redfin
by Richelle Hammiel May 5
RentSpree's 'homegrown listings' now on Realtor.com
This ups the total of industry websites using RentSpree listing data to 9 and the potential consumer reach to 30M
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 27
How to identify the top new amenities in multifamily housing
Multifamily operators must know that trends are fickle and vogue fades, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes. Build a community around your amenities, not vice versa
by Michael Zaransky Dec 9
Is office conversion a viable model for multifamily housing growth?
Despite the need for more affordable housing, writes multifamily expert Michael Zaransky, office conversions rarely solve the problem more effectively and cheaply than building new
by Michael Zaransky Nov 26
5 best tools and strategies for multifamily lease retention
It's much easier to keep great tenants than to find them in the first place. That's why an effective retention strategy is essential for multifamily investors, Michael Zaransky writes
by Michael Zaransky Oct 2
Why onsite management will remain essential to multifamily
Good property managers build relationships and communities, and that's something no app can do, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes
by Michael Zaransky Sep 4
Cooling rental market means more concessions for renters: Zillow
A 50-year high in multifamily building starts and completions has led to cooling rent growth and better lease terms. In July, 33.2% of rentals on Zillow included concessions, up 23% from 2023
by Marian McPherson Aug 12
Is student housing the right investment strategy for you?
Thinking about student housing as a multifamily strategy? MZ Capital Partners’ Michael H. Zaransky, who wrote a book on investing in student housing, shares the pros and cons to consider
by Michael Zaransky Aug 6
A picture of a multi-unit building to symbolize multifamily real estate market
By identifying a niche market and connecting with renters there, multifamily investors can build a successful business while providing renters with what they seek most, Michael Zaransky writes
by Michael Zaransky Jul 11
Multifamily building permits have dropped 30% since 2021: Redfin
Rising interest rates and market saturation have caused multifamily builders to slow the rate of new projects, according to a Redfin report published on Tuesday
by Marian McPherson Jul 9
AppFolio ships updates to improve resident experience
Heavily supported by AI, the end-to-end multifamily housing operating system rests on Realm-X, designed to flatten and integrate daily activities for institutional apartment owners
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 18
How to embrace multifamily housing as a long-term investment
Despite short-term challenges in the space, multifamily real estate investment expert Michael Zaransky is still bullish on the long-term potential of the sector
by Michael Zaransky May 28
How multifamily can appeal to the baby boomer rental market
Many baby boomers are interested in rental markets close to home, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes, especially when they offer features that enhance their lifestyles and options
by Michael Zaransky Apr 29
These are the markets where rent growth will be strongest in 2024
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Multifamily investors can thrive even during periods of more moderate growth by understanding their renters, markets and properties, Michael Zaransky writes
by Michael Zaransky Mar 11
Are there still buying opportunities in suburban multifamily?
Suburban multifamily housing continues its growth surge, particularly in the single-family and build-to-rent markets, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes
by Michael Zaransky Mar 5