Paul Fiorilla has more than 25 years of experience as a researcher and writer in the commercial real estate markets. He previously served as a vice president of research at Prudential Real Estate Investors in Madison, N.J., where he oversaw publishing of outlooks and thought leadership research. Before that, he covered real estate capital markets and CMBS at Commercial Mortgage Alert.

GSEs Unlikely to Meet Allocations

For perhaps the first time ever, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will probably fall short of the amount they are able to lend.

NYSSA: Self Storage Prices to Hold Firm as Demand Rises

Experts offered predictions at the New York State Self Storage Association’s investment forum.

Multifamily Demand Remains Strong

Speakers at the NMHC Annual Meeting predict continuous growth for the sector.

Pandemic Rent Growth Highlights Migration Patterns

As 2022 begins, rents are coming off record levels and the outlook remains optimistic.

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White House’s Manufactured Housing Plan Stirs Optimism

Lowering regulatory and financing barriers would help ease the affordable housing crisis, advocates say.

Analysis: Is ‘Go Big’ Housing Plan Enough?

A deep dive into Biden’s proposal to tackle the affordable housing crisis, from Yardi Matrix Research Director Paul Fiorilla.

Analysis: Why Multifamily Thrives as Eviction Wave Looms

Yardi Matrix Research Director Paul Fiorilla sheds light on the policies, economic issues and market trends that are challenging the industry.

After Leadership Change, What’s Next for Fannie and Freddie?

Yardi Matrix Research Director Paul Fiorilla assesses what new priorities at the Federal Housing Finance Agency could mean for multifamily lending.

Multifamily Absorption Mounts a Comeback

Trends so far in 2021 show a striking change of direction, writes Yardi Matrix Research Director Paul Fiorilla.

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New Plan for Fannie, Freddie Threads the Needle

What’s next for the GSEs: Yardi Matrix Research Director Paul Fiorilla assesses a major agreement.