In fact, pre-leasing velocity in a lot of Tier-2 and Tier-3 university markets continues to outperform expectations.Here’s what this means for investors:Student housing has proven far more recession-resistant than most realize.Demand is built-in - students keep enrolling, and they need somewhere to live.The operational complexity is higher, but so are the returns if managed well.For me, this reinforces a big shift we’re betting on at Gold Crest Holdings:When you understand your tenant base and control execution, location near strong universities becomes an incredible defensive play.Curious how others on BP are viewing this trend. 

From my perspective as the funding partner, this deal reinforced the value of building equity and long-term wealth, rather than chasing only short-term gains.

If the garage is not built to support the weight of additional floors or is not adequately reinforced, it may not be suitable for conversion.3.

I knew who they were but they didn't affect me at all.All this does is reinforce the fact that arbitrage is not the best strategy.Like @John Underwood said, this isn't the first large player to close up shop.

-China trade war—marked by a 100% tariff on all Chinese imports effective November 1—has triggered a sharp selloff in equities and crypto, reinforcing demand for bonds.

It was an eye opening exercise but helped reinforce why empty nester luxury townhomes/carriage homes are where companies like Toll Brothers are pouring significant resources.

Great for him, but to me, it just reinforced that some STR operators are feeling squeezed.I know STRs can still work, the top-tier properties in prime markets with experienced operators are likely still doing just fine.

So as it flatlines as it is, sentiment of it coming down grows as it is, selling takes hold and as it sells value drops reinforcing the downward movement and decisions to sell.

For long-term rentals, I usually recommend acrylic or fiberglass-reinforced tubs because they’re durable, easy to clean, and more affordable than cast iron.

Definitely reinforces the value of solid tenant screening upfront.