In this episode of Wealth Unfiltered, we dive deep with lead Economist for Marcus & Millichap, John Change, into the macro and micro trends shaping the multifamily investment landscape in 2025. Join us as we explore how key economic factors—such as interest rates, inflation, and GDP growth—influence multifamily opportunities and how recent rate cuts will impact investor sentiment and financing. We’ll also examine the shortage of multifamily starts over the past few years and what it means for the next five years in real estate.
Demographic shifts, such as urban migration and generational preferences, drive demand for multifamily housing in certain regions. We’ll identify which cities are poised for growth and how these shifts could shape the sector shortly. We’ll also explore the global impact of international capital flowing into U.S. real estate and its influence on the multifamily sector.
Regarding investment strategies, we’ll discuss the debate between value-add opportunities and new developments. With factors like cap rate compression and rent growth forecasts at play, you’ll gain valuable insights on optimizing returns. Sustainability and ESG initiatives are also becoming increasingly crucial in multifamily investments—find out how these trends affect ROI.
We also cover the risks facing multifamily investors in 2025, including economic volatility and regulatory changes, and explore how technology transforms property management and enhances tenant experiences through PropTech innovations.
Tune in for expert insights and actionable strategies to navigate the multifamily investment space in 2025, and hear the one piece of advice that could shape your investment strategy this year.
