Are We Doomed to be a Nation of Renters? (Here’s What The Data Says), ep. 445

Homeownership has become increasingly difficult, and many believe it may be permanently out of reach. With mortgage payments now nearly 90% higher than average rents, is the American dream shifting? In this episode, Jeannette Friedrich sits down with Arben Skivjani, Deputy Chief Economist at RealPage, to break down the affordability crisis, the forces driving the widening gap between renting and buying, and what the future holds for both homeownership and multifamily investments.

Key Takeaways: - The Homeownership Affordability Crisis – Why the cost gap between buying and renting has skyrocketed and what’s driving it.

- Supply vs. Demand – The role of housing shortages, zoning laws, and new construction trends in shaping affordability.

- Rising Costs Beyond Mortgage Rates – How insurance premiums, property taxes, and inflation contribute to the housing dilemma.

- The Future of Renting – Is homeownership still the goal, or are cultural shifts and financial realities creating a long-term rental generation?

- Multifamily Market Trends – How new apartment supply, rent growth, and absorption rates are shaping the investment landscape.

- Solutions for Housing Affordability – Policy changes, zoning reforms, and other potential strategies to bridge the affordability gap.

Whether you're a renter, homeowner, or real estate investor, this episode provides key insights into the shifting housing landscape and what it means for the future. Tune in to get the data-driven perspective you need to navigate today’s market. Are you REady2Scale Your Multifamily Investments?

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Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:29 The Rising Cost of Homeownership 07:08 The Future of Renting and Multifamily Housing 24:12 Market Trends and Supply Dynamics 25:26 Affordable Housing Solutions 30:29 Future Forecasts and Personal Insights

Credits Producer: Blue Lake Capital Strategist: Syed Mahmood Editor: Emma Walker Opening music: Pomplamoose

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