A recent report from Zillow says home values rose in half of the nation’s largest markets over the past year, while falling in the other half. Their latest market report says buyers are gaining leverage across the country and sellers cutting prices at record rates to compete – but they say they’re losing the war on affordability. They say it all comes down to where you live: “Perhaps more than ever, whether it’s a good time to buy depends on where you live…A defining trait of this market is that buyers are gaining leverage that most of them can’t use,…
Author: Brad Beckett
Brad Beckett
Director of Education & Outreach, National Real Estate Investors Association
According to the latest Yardi Matrix Multifamily Report, multifamily rents posted gains in August, 2025 with the average U.S. advertised rent dropping $1 to $1,755. Year-over-year rent growth was 0.7%. Yardi says multifamily rent growth cooled in August, consistent with seasonal trends. “Rent growth is expected to remain lackluster through year-end. Momentum is slowing across most metros, as only a few markets recorded more than 3% year-over-year growth..” Click here to read the full report at Yardi.
On a recent episode of the Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast, Brian Hamrick talks with Dr. Sherry Peel Jackson – a former IRS agent, CPA, Certified Fraud Examiner, and real estate investor who reveals how real estate investors can legally reduce taxes, grow income, and protect wealth. Dr. Jackson shares her unique insider perspective on IRS audits, the importance of documentation, and common mistakes investors make. Ever heard of the “Augusta Rule?” Don’t miss these expert insights that could save you thousands on your next tax return! “…old school people like me, I keep my receipts…now, people…
According to the ADP National Employment Report for August, 2025, private sector employment increased by 54k jobs and annual pay was up 4.4% year-over-year. The ADP National Employment Report is an independent and high-frequency view of the private-sector labor market based on the aggregated and anonymized payroll data of more than 25 million U.S. employees. “The year started with strong job growth, but that momentum has been whipsawed by uncertainty. A variety of things could explain the hiring slowdown, including labor shortages, skittish consumers, and AI disruptions.” Said ADP chief economist Dr. Nela Richardson. Click here to read the full…
According to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, total nonfarm payroll employment changed little in August, 2025 with the unemployment rate coming in at 4.3%. In addition, the report says a job gain in health care was partially offset by losses in federal government and in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction. Click here to read the full report at the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The Wall Street Journal (reposted on Realtor.com) is reporting that a pledged rent freeze by New York City Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is “rattling” mom & pop landlords – who often own small apartment buildings and say the Mamdani’s housing policy could damage their businesses. New York City will elect a new mayor this November. “The mayoral primary was the nail in the coffin…It would be the kiss of death if he won.” Said Paul Rahimian, chief executive officer and founder of Parkview Financial, a commercial real-estate lender. Since the pandemic, the city’s small landlords have faced higher inflation and…
According to recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, personal income in July increased $112.3 billion (0.4% at a monthly rate). Disposable personal income (DPI – personal income less personal current taxes) increased $93.9 billion (0.4%) and personal consumption expenditures (PCE) increased $69.9 billion (0.3%). Personal outlays (the sum of PCE, personal interest payments, and personal current transfer payments) increased $108.9 billion in July. Personal saving was $985.6 billion in June and the personal saving rate (personal saving as a percentage of disposable personal income) was 4.4%. Click here to read the full report at the Bureau of…
The U.S. government is reporting that total construction spending in July, 2025 was at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,139.1 billion, down 0.1% from June’s revised number. In addition, July’s estimate is 2.8% lower than one year ago. Residential construction came in at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $886.5 billion in July, which is 0.1% higher than June’s revised estimate. Click here to read the full report at the U.S. Census Bureau.
The Visual Capitalist says personal income levels vary widely across the nation, shaped by differences in industries, costs of living, and economic growth. Today’s graphic illustrates these income levels by state (per capita) showing where residents, on average, earn the most. Stay safe and have a Happy Friday!!! Hat tip to the Visual Capitalist.
Rental information site Zumper recently released their latest monthly National Rent Report for August, 2025. According to their data, median rent for 1-bedroom apartments was $1517 (down 0.2%) and $1897 (down 0.4%) for two-bedrooms. Be sure to check out their list of the top 100 metro areas. “This month’s report marks a key turning point. For the first time, our National Rent Index has dipped into negative territory across the board, both monthly and annually, with one and two-bedroom rents now firmly on the decline.” Said Zumper CEO Anthemos Georgiades. Click here to read the full report at Zumper.
