This knowledge is crucial when planning co-living projects.Engage with Local Authorities: Work with city planners and zoning boards to advocate for more inclusive definitions that accommodate co-living arrangements.Monitor Legal Developments: Keep an eye on legal scholarship and policy discussions that may influence zoning reforms favorable to co-living.By staying informed and proactive, real estate investors can navigate the complexities of zoning laws and contribute to the evolution of housing policies that support diverse living arrangements.For a deeper dive into these discussions, you can read the full articles here:Bloomberg: Why Are Zoning Laws Defining What Constitutes a Family?

They develop, they build, they finance, they property manage, they will have HAO, cleaning crew etc. etc. etc. so the subsidiary companies make money every step of the way.From investor perspective: The investor pay $15 K to reserve the right to purchase 25 multiplex over the year of next 5 years. 5 each year.

market rent increases has been very small in my sub markets (I suspect near flat metro wide).Ideally the property appreciates and historically it is true.  

This allows you to really niche down and target your ideal tenant demographic.

Together, we can help communities not just recover, but thrive. 💪 what's this have to do with new construction and development? 

we have a development in this area that should be completed in the next 6 months, 2 units. 

They don't allow auto payments or automatically add late fees, and tenants would have the option to pull their payment back, which is not ideal.

I’d rate this as a 3 out of 10 in terms of the best time to sell—it’s not the worst, but it’s not ideal either.Hope this helps!

Here are some trends that could play out, or further develop in 2025.Leasing & Tenant Experience AI-Powered Leasing: Chatbots and AI tools will streamline leasing processes, from answering tenant inquiries to scheduling tours.Virtual Tours & Digital Leasing: These will become even more standard, making it easier for tenants to rent remotely.TechnologySmart Property Management: IoT devices (smart locks, thermostats, etc.) will become more common, improving efficiency and tenant satisfaction.Property Management Software: Platforms will integrate more AI for predictive maintenance, rent collection, and financial reporting.SustainabilityGreen building practices and energy-efficient upgrades will be a major focus, driven by tenant demand and potential incentives.AI & AutomationAI will play a bigger role in tenant screening, rent pricing optimization, and even predicting market trends.Automation will handle repetitive tasks like maintenance requests and lease renewals, freeing up PMs for higher-level activities.I'm sure there are plenty more shifting trends that I haven't mentioned and that are sure to evolve over the next year. 

I am conflicted on whether to use the 500K on one big property (ideally multi-unit) or buy several smaller properties.