RISING COSTS AND RISKIER RENTERS: HOW TO STAY PROFITABLE IN TODAY’S ECONOMY Across the country, landlords are facing two serious pressures at once: rising operating costs and renters struggling to make ends meet. These trends are converging to create a challenging environment for property owners seeking steady cash flow and profitability. Recent data shows that credit card and auto loan delinquencies are climbing, while student loan repayments have resumed after a three-year pause. These pressures are straining renters’ finances and increasing the likelihood of missed rent payments. At the same time, insurance premiums for multifamily properties are rising, and landlords are also seeing higher property taxes, utilities, and maintenance costs. With thinner profit margins, even a few months of unpaid rent can quickly become unsustainable. For landlords, the challenge is clear: how to stay profitable when operating costs are rising and renters are increasingly at risk of falling behind on rent.
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