Around the world’s major cities, strains in housing continue to be a major theme. High mortgage rates and worsening affordability are limiting home ownership, while urbanization and migration are increasing demand. At the same time, planning restrictions and high construction costs are slowing new supply. The result is growing shortages with many cities lacking modern, fit-for-purpose housing.​

Real estate investors have a role to play. Today’s living markets represent a compelling opportunity, anchored in needs-based demand that provides cash flow predictability and a relatively low risk profile.