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Why apartment rents are still rising even as the U.S. economy cools As economic indicators begin to flash signs of a slowdown, the U.S. multifamily housing market continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience. Despite rising interest rates, inflation pressures, and a cautious investment landscape, average apartment rents are still trending upward nationwide. National Rent Trends Remain […]

In a real estate market where home prices remain elevated and mortgage rates hover near 7%, you’d expect renters to be rushing to buy homes. But they aren’t—and a big reason why might surprise you. Across key metros in the South and West, rents are falling—and falling fast. This counterintuitive trend is upending the usual […]

For many Americans, the dream of owning a home is becoming less attainable. Recent data from housing research firm Zonda shows that mortgage payments are now, on average, 82% higher than monthly rent for a comparable two-bedroom unit. This widening gap is reshaping the housing market, influencing decisions about whether to rent or buy—and sparking […]

For years, Southern California renters have braced themselves for skyrocketing prices, bidding wars, and minimal vacancy rates. But the tide might finally be turning—at least in some areas. According to new data from real estate tracker Zumper, select cities in Southern California are seeing modest rent decreases or stabilization, marking a hopeful shift for renters […]

The American dream of affordable housing is slipping away—not just for homebuyers, but for renters too. As housing prices continue to climb and inventory remains critically low, a new report from Zillow reveals that even renting now demands a six-figure income in many of the nation’s biggest cities. Read on to understand how we got […]

Over the last five years, the cost of renting a home in the United States has skyrocketed — and for residents in at least 10 U.S. states, the increase has been nothing short of jaw-dropping. According to newly released data from Rentec Direct, featured in Newsweek, these states have seen rent increases of more than […]