Beyond the Buildings

The new landlord next door

Beyond the Buildings

Show Notes

Homeowners are bypassing sales to rent out their properties, effectively becoming accidental landlords. Metros like Dallas, Austin, and Miami are experiencing softened rents due to a massive influx of new multifamily housing supply. Rising non-mortgage costs are making it increasingly difficult for landlords to remain profitable as rent growth flattens.

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