A steep pullback in new apartment supply could ease competitive pressure in many of the nation's largest rental markets, Northmarq says.

Deloitte's latest outlook shows firms expect revenue growth while pulling back spending and choosing where to invest more carefully.

Falling market-rate rents have narrowed the advantage of income-restricted apartments, creating vacancies and straining affordable housing owners financially.

A 67.5% market-implied probability of an October hike could further complicate commercial real estate refinancing.

The firm is launching Brightshore Credit as developers face higher refinancing and construction costs.

Capital continues flowing into venture funding, manufacturing and acquisitions, but it has yet to generate enough real estate demand to absorb excess space.

Higher rates, weak rent growth and looming maturities are increasing pressure on a segment of multifamily borrowers.

Lenders have gained more confidence in collateral values, although challenges remain in distressed property sectors.