Build-to-Rent Trends with Chris Finlay #realestate

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Video added by America's Commercial Real Estate Show | Date Uploaded: October 16, 2025 | Date Created: September 24, 2025

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Chris Finlay, founder and CEO of Middleburg Communities, joins host Michael Bull, CCIM, to discuss the booming build-to-rent sector within the multifamily market. With over 20 years of experience in rental housing, Chris shares insights into the characteristics and demand for build-to-rent communities, including the demographics of tenants, retention rates, and how these developments compare to traditional multifamily housing. They explore the design and operational aspects of build-to-rent projects, the impact of current economic conditions on construction and financing, and the future outlook for this growing asset class. Bull Realty - Customized Asset & Occupancy Solutions: https://www.bullrealty.com/ Commercial Agent Success Strategies - The ultimate commercial broker training resource: https://www.commercialagentsuccess.com/


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Architecture, Development/Planning/Entitlements, Economics/Market Reports/Research, Property Management, REITs / Investment Funds, Interviews / Podcasts / Speeches
Property Types:
Multifamily
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ALL


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