The measure may be little more than a temporary boost for struggling renters and small landlords.

Total construction starts fell 10% to $766.3 billion in 2020.

An increased amount of capital, combined with low interest rates and increased debt financing is expected to reinvigorate investment this year.

The agreement counters an otherwise tepid distressed market.

Demand is likely to increase in secondary markets as workers remain dispersed.

Secondary markets have a greater appeal in the short run due to COVID-19, but they also address longer-term demographic trends.

The average asking rent is down as availability hits record highs.

The e-commerce giant has launched a housing equity fund with an initial investment of $567 million in Virginia and Washington state.