This is a narration of our weekly Rent and Operating Trends Report.
The 2024 presidential election is about 8 months away and political and fiscal issues are beginning to take center stage for the American consumer. The economy remains strong with steady GDP growth, a tight labor market and generally softening inflation, but issues including a government shutdown, international aid and foreign policy are becoming focal points. With a highly polarized populous I would not expect any radical change regardless of the outcome of the election, but there will certainly be significant discourse surrounding both candidates and the economy in the months to come.
Multifamily fundamentals are largely apolitical as well. While there is some discussion at the local level surrounding rent controls and other regulations in our industry, I would be surprised to see any sweeping national changes that would prohibit the free market from governing. Supply and demand are still driving apartment performance, with the current supply wave continuing to impact fundamentals in most markets.
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