Post-Migration Realities
Demography is the quiet engine under real estate. Buildings don’t create demand; people do. When population patterns change, the built environment eventually follows
Multifamily Housing
First Newsletter of 2026
This master report combines analysis of 1,590 properties across Montana’s MLS system over a two-year period (February 2024 – February 2026), covering both multifamily residential and all commercial property types. Together, these sectors represent $652,782,204 in closed transaction volume — a comprehensive view of Montana’s investment real estate landscape.
Build-to-Rent
By creating purpose-built rental communities from the ground up, Build-to-Rent projects are helping address the supply shortage that’s driving unaffordability, offering quality housing options for families who can’t or don’t want to buy in today’s market.
The Amenity Arms Race
By 2025, amenities have evolved from nice-to-have perks into non-negotiable essentials. In today’s multifamily and mixed-use projects, success is increasingly defined not by square footage but by the lifestyle value a property delivers. This “amenity arms race” is well underway, prompting developers to prioritize features that promote resident retention and long-term satisfaction over flashy novelties that quickly fade.
Build-to-Rent
Build-to-Rent (BTR) is quickly emerging as one of the fastest growing sectors in commercial real estate. With occupancy rates near 96% and more than $3.4 billion in dedicated financing, this isn’t just a passing trend, it’s a fundamental shift in how Americans are choosing to live.
The Adaptive Reuse Movement in CRE
The adaptive reuse movement is flipping the script on traditional CRE development instead transforming existing structures in innovative ways.
Rents are Growing Faster than Wages Across the US
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A Bright Spot for Investors: Senior Housing
The senior housing market is finally turning around for investors, who had high hopes of surging rents and soaring occupancy levels prior to the pandemic.
2024’s Top College Towns for Students & Investors
While edu is of the utmost importance, the surrounding town & environment can enhance or detract from a successful college town investment.
Multifamily Outlook
As we step into 2024, the real estate landscape is poised for a variety of challenges and opportunities. In this post, we break down highlights from Yardi Matrix’s Multifamily National Report for 2024 – including what to expect for rent growth, the overall multifamily sector, the economy and capital markets, and projected transaction volumes.