Rent Growth Continues It's Decline as Sunbelt Markets Enter Correction Territory
Rent growth cooled again in June, with U.S. asking rents rising just 2.9% year-over-year to $2,069—one of the softest showings for this time of year in recent memory. Zillow’s forecast now projects rent growth slowing even further in 2025: just 2.7% for single-family homes and a meager 1.3% for multifamily units. Meanwhile, a record 35% of rental listings are offering concessions like free rent or parking, a sign that market softness persists despite steep rent gains over the past five years. In this episode, we break down the numbers, regional differences, and what this means for landlords and renters alike
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A "Reshaping" of Housing is Happening—Here's What Investors Should Know
With mortgage rates hovering near 7% and the median home price topping $420,000, homeownership is increasingly out of reach for Gen Z and millennials—pushing demand for rentals to new highs. In this episode, we break down why first-time homebuyers have hit historic lows, how homebuilders are subsidizing interest rates to move inventory, and why seniors are turning to rentals in record numbers. From affordability challenges to demographic shifts, landlords are emerging as clear winners in today’s market.
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Inflation Rises Less Than Expected in June, But Tariff Costs are Starting to Creep In
June’s inflation report came in cooler than expected—again—but the details reveal something new: tariffs are starting to bite. In today’s episode, we break down which goods are seeing price hikes, why car prices are masking broader increases, and how this data is influencing the Fed’s next move. Plus, we unpack President Trump’s frontrunner to replace Jerome Powell as Fed Chair—and what that could mean for interest rates, monetary policy, and real estate investors going forward.
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Rent Collections Fall as Some Landlords Are Feeling Serious Pressure
Rent payments are slipping again—and landlords are starting to feel it. In this episode, we break down the latest Rental Market Performance Report from RentRedi, revealing how on-time rent collection rates have fallen for the 23rd straight month. We’ll explore which states are leading and lagging, where the Sun Belt stands now, and why Western states like Montana and Utah continue to outperform. Whether you’re a new landlord or a seasoned investor, this is the data you need to watch.
Whether you're managing one unit or one hundred, this data can shape your next move.
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America’s Housing Divide: Equity Rich Owners vs. Struggling Buyers
In today’s episode, we break down two major reports that show a growing split in the U.S. housing market. On one side, nearly half of all mortgaged homeowners are now equity rich—owing less than half of their home’s value. On the other, affordability has reached its worst level in 14 consecutive quarters, with 99% of counties now less affordable than historical norms. We look at the states leading in equity, the regions where affordability is collapsing, and what this all means for investors, buyers, and renters alike.
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