Tag: property
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Why More Americans Are Choosing to Rent: CBRE Unpacks the Trend
The dream of homeownership is facing a significant affordability challenge, with more Americans opting to rent rather than buy. According to a new report by CBRE, the cost of buying a home remains substantially higher than renting, creating a wide financial gap that’s unlikely to close entirely in the near future. For real estate developers…
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Wall Street’s Billions Fuel Build-to-Rent Boom Amid Housing Affordability Crisis
As homeownership becomes increasingly elusive, Wall Street is reshaping the housing market by investing billions in build-to-rent communities. These single-family rental neighborhoods are rising as an alternative to traditional homeownership, particularly in Sunbelt states, where demand for affordable living is surging. A Solution for a Housing Shortage or a Missed Opportunity? The U.S. housing market…
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Weekly Housing Market Update: A Balanced Market Awaits in 2025
The U.S. housing market is on the brink of a transformation. According to Realtor.com’s 2025 Housing Forecast, the upcoming year is expected to mark the first full year of a balanced housing market since 2016. For nearly a decade, the market has leaned heavily toward sellers, but 2025 promises gains in both home prices and…
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Montana’s Population Boom: Opportunities and Challenges for Real Estate
Montana is experiencing a population surge that is reshaping its housing market, presenting both opportunities and challenges for real estate developers and investors. With home prices skyrocketing and out-of-state buyers flocking to the state, the trends are transforming Montana’s real estate landscape—while also pushing many longtime residents and younger generations out of the market. A…
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Big Differences in Apartment Rent Gains Highlight Oversupply: What Real Estate Developers and Investors Need to Know
The multifamily rental market is painting a strikingly mixed picture. According to recent data from CoStar, while annual multifamily rent growth remained steady at 1.2% in Q3, local submarkets revealed a stark contrast in performance. Rent increases soared as high as 8% in some areas while plummeting by as much as -7.6% in others. These…
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The Best Bet Markets for 2025: Top Picks and Surprises for Real Estate Investors
Local Market Monitor’s Best Bet Markets for 2025 report has been released, and it’s packed with insight into regions that are poised for strong growth in the coming years. This analysis offers real estate investors and developers a valuable roadmap of where demand and opportunity are trending—and some of the picks are sure to spark…
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Florida’s Apartment Market: Surging Demand, Record-Breaking Supply, and a Growth Story That Shows No Signs of Slowing
Florida’s apartment market has roared back to life, with demand and supply growth reinforcing the state’s status as a prime destination for migration and investment. In recent years, Florida has experienced a unique growth trajectory, shaped by shifting work and lifestyle patterns that show no sign of cooling off. Big Picture: The Migration Boom and…
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What Trump’s Second Term Could Mean for Real Estate: Opportunities for Investors in a Changing Economy
As Donald Trump once said, “Real estate is at the core of almost every business, and it’s certainly at the core of most people’s wealth.” This couldn’t be more relevant today as we look at the recent election results and consider what they mean for real estate investors. With a new administration, the question on…
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Election 2024
What Real Estate Developers and Investors Need to Know About Upcoming Ballot Measures As the presidential election approaches, real estate developers and investors should pay close attention to several ballot measures across the states that could significantly impact property ownership and investment strategies. On November 5, voters will not only cast their ballots for presidential…
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Real Estate Market Insights: National Report
The housing market continues to evolve, reflecting broader economic trends and shifts in consumer behavior. The National report from Matrix provides key insights into current market conditions, highlighting the interplay between supply, demand, and economic factors that are shaping the landscape for real estate developers and investors. Key Takeaways Regional Highlights The report breaks down…
