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U.S. single‑family rent prices are on the rise again, with Cotality’s March 2025 Single‑Family Rent Index (SFRI) reporting a 2.9% year‑over‑year increase. This marks the third consecutive month of accelerating rent growth, signaling that the softening rental market seen in late 2024 may be firmly in the rearview mirror. “After hitting a low point in […]
After years of relentless rent hikes, there is cautious optimism that 2025 might mark a turning point for renters. From 2021 to 2023, rental costs skyrocketed by nearly 26%, with median asking rents climbing from $1,350 to $1,700 nationwide. For many households, this sharp increase pushed housing costs far beyond the recommended 30% income threshold, […]
The U.S. rental market is witnessing a notable shift—renters are renewing their leases at historically high rates. With soaring housing prices, high interest rates, and economic uncertainty, many renters are choosing to stay in their current homes rather than face the cost and hassle of moving. According to a recent Bisnow article, turnover rates for […]
Living costs in the U.S. continue to rise, but not all states are equally expensive when it comes to household bills. A new report from doxo—a leading bill payment service—sheds light on the 2025 Cost of Bills Index (COBI), ranking all 50 states based on the median monthly cost of essential household expenses. These expenses […]
The cost of renting a home in the United States has become one of the most pressing concerns for Americans in 2025. According to a recent Ipsos iSay survey, the majority of Americans—particularly renters—believe that the dream of affordable housing is slipping out of reach. With rising rents, high property prices, and increasing taxes, the […]
For decades, homeownership was seen as the ultimate symbol of success—the cornerstone of the American Dream. But this narrative is shifting. Today, renting isn’t just a stopgap for young adults; it’s becoming a long-term lifestyle choice for millions, including affluent millennials, wealthy retirees, and even millionaires. According to Business Insider, 45.6 million households in the […]