For much of 2026, the multifamily story was oversupply. Heavy deliveries, flat rents, and deep concessions kept owners on the defensive.
That's starting to change. In early November, CoStar Group raised its 2027 rent growth forecast and lowered its vacancy outlook, pointing to stronger-than-expected demand and a construction pipeline that keeps shrinking.
Here's what the latest forecasts say about 2027, and what they mean for property managers finalizing next year's plans.
In 2020 the push and pull between lockdowns and eased restrictions impacted housing and housing providers. The rental housing industry was hit hard by the economic downturn brought on by shelter-in-place laws.
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Insulating water pipes is a quick and inexpensive way to lower water-heating costs. The easy upgrade reduces heat loss and allows you to lower your buildings’ water temperature setting by two to four degrees. Plus, since water doesn’t take as long to heat up, less of this precious resource is wasted waiting for faucets and showers to get to the appropriate temperature.
On smaller buildings, this is a definite DIY job that should take less than a day to complete. Check out the U.S. Department of Energy’s website for a comprehensive shopping list and step-by-step instructions.
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