International Investments: The Netherlands

Famous for its windmills and canals, The Netherlands is a densely populated, industrialized country with a vibrant economy centered in Amsterdam and The Hague. Also known as Holland, this European nation is traditionally a top choice for U.S. real estate investors going abroad. As for capital flowing the other way, however, the Netherlands has been […]

Apartment-sector stress is tied to permanent job losses

It can be unclear how rent prices and vacancy rates for multifamily real estate react to changes in the overall U.S. economy, specifically in relation to the job market. A struggling economy marked by low wages and high unemployment makes on-time rent payments more difficult for tenants. It also results in declining household formations and […]