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What does poor affordability mean for investors?

Higher rent ceilings but more political risk and slower in-migration.

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Direct answer

Higher rent ceilings but more political risk and slower in-migration.

Expanded explanation

Unaffordable markets (LA, SF) cap rent growth at incomes and attract regulation. Mid-affordability markets often have best risk-adjusted returns.

Examples

  • LA: $4k median rent at affordability ceiling vs Phoenix $1,800 mid-affordability.

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