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The Returns and Risks of Multifamily Investing

Investing in multifamily real estate offers a variety of potential returns that can make it an attractive addition to your portfolio. Understanding the types of returns – like cash flow and appreciation – as well as the risks of real estate investing is critical to making informed decisions. Cash Flow: Steady Income for Investors One of the main returns investors look for in multifamily real estate is cash flow. Cash flow refers to the net income generated after all property expenses—such as maintenance, management, and mortgage payments—are deducted from rental income. Investors typically receive this as regular distributions on a monthly basis. For many, this... Read more

Several laws aimed at protecting tenants in California are set to take effect in 2025.  One of the key changes comes from Assembly Bill 2747, which requires...

For renters looking for the most bang for their buck in the rental market, it might pay to go small. While December 2024 rents were down overall in units of all sizes,...

Key Takeaways The US multifamily sector surpassed expectations last year, with nearly 667K apartment units absorbed. This growth was largely driven by favorable economic...

Tax-filing season, which began Jan. 27, can be a source of mental and financial stress—but those who have worked smarter instead of harder have tax breaks headed their...

The Complete Multifamily Marketing Plan for 2025

Introduction You’re about to pack up when the email arrives. “What’s going on with this property in Houston?” You check the dashboard and see that a few more notices came in. Just great. Now, its occupancy is below 87%. Phone calls and website visits continue their downward trajectory. That ILS package increase last month isn’t doing enough. You’re not sure where to even begin. Is it me? Is it our rent price? Is the on-site staff struggling? Meanwhile, you’ve spent all day setting up pay-per-click ads for another property in Tampa. Learning to set up campaigns and budgets took way too long, and though you could publish the ads, you have no idea if... Read more

In recent years, tiny homes have become a popular alternative to the traditionally large American-style home and a viable way to provide shelter within a small space....

In its first report for 2025, RentCafe highlights the top metros where renters and real estate professionals should focus their attention this year. The list was...

Renters need to earn $63,680 to afford the median asking rent for a U.S. apartment—the lowest income required since early 2022.  Texas metros Austin, Houston and...

For various reasons, millions of Americans each year choose to move out of their current home and move on to pastures new. But only just over one in three is making the...