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Published 07/08/2026

Ashley Stefan Shares Sunbelt Multifamily Market Insights on ApartmentBuildings.com

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First American Exchange Company Divisional Counsel Ashley Stefan was recently quoted in an ApartmentBuildings.com article examining why the Sunbelt multifamily market is more nuanced than broad oversupply headlines may suggest. The article discusses how apartment performance across the region varies by local economy, demand, demographics, submarket conditions, and asset class. Ashley notes that one of the biggest misconceptions is treating the Sunbelt as a single, uniform investment story, rather than recognizing the different market dynamics across states and metros. She also highlights that workforce and middle-market apartments continue to benefit from resilient demand, as affordability challenges keep many households priced out of homeownership.

Read the full article on ApartmentBuildings.com’s website.

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