901RES Newsletter – April 2026
What We’re Seeing Right Now Early 2026 Leasing Trends at 901RES and Across Memphis Based on data we track continuously at 901 Real Estate Services, we’re starting to see a noticeable shift in activity compared to the slower winter months. We touched on this in our last newsletter, but we’re now seeing even more movement as […]
901RES Newsletter – March 2026
Spring Leasing Strategy in Memphis What Owners Should Do Before April Spring is traditionally one of the most active rental periods in Memphis. We typically see increased tenant movement beginning in March and continuing through late spring and early summer. Move-out notices rise, and lease renewals increase. More properties enter the market throughout the area. Several […]
901RES Newsletter – February 2026
2026 Memphis & National Rental Market Update Clear Data, Honest Perspective, and Thoughtful Guidance As we move into early 2026, rental market headlines can feel inconsistent and, at times, confusing. Some commentary suggests conditions remain tight, while other reports point to slowing rent growth, rising vacancy, and increased competition. Rather than relying on sound bites or […]
901RES Newsletter – December 2025
2026: A Renter Reckoning, Rising Expectations, and How We’re Responding Industry experts are calling 2026 a “reckoning year” for rental housing — and we’re already seeing the signs. After years of rapid rent growth, rising costs, and expanding tech tools, the rental market is shifting in a big way. Gen Z renters — now the most […]
901RES Newsletter – November 2025
Q3 Leasing Trends: What the Data Says About the Market The latest RentEngine data shows that leasing activity cooled off across much of the country in Q3 — but leads are still coming in strong. The reason the summer seemed slower than usual? Pricing and timing. We pulled out a few highlights below to show what’s […]
Fall Maintenance Checklist for Memphis Rental Properties (with Free Printable)
When the Memphis weather shifts, so should your property maintenance priorities. Between heavy fall rain and icy winter blast, your rental could be vulnerable to seasonal wear — especially if it’s not properly prepped. If you’re a rental property owner in Memphis, fall is your cue to get ahead of cold-weather complications. This seasonal checklist […]
901RES Newsletter – October 2025
Memphis Market Snapshot: Fall 2025 The Memphis rental market is cooling off as we head into fall — and not just because the temps are finally dipping below 90°. According to Zillow, the average rent across all rental types in Memphis is $1,295, down $5 from last month and $55 lower than this time last year. There […]
901RES Newsletter – September 2025
Why Pricing Your Rental Property Correctly Matters When it comes to renting out your property, timing and pricing go hand in hand. Many owners want to aim high with rent pricing, thinking they can always lower it later. But the reality is, those early days on the market are golden — and overpricing can end up […]
901RES Newsletter – August 2025
Memphis Vacancy Rates Are Dropping — But the Competition Isn’t Vacancy rates in Memphis are finally trending in the right direction — down. After hovering in the 11–12% range for several years, the city’s rental market is showing signs of stabilization. Current reports place overall vacancy at around 7.9% as of spring 2025, with a […]
901RES Newsletter – July 2025
New Landlord Transparency Law — We’re Already Compliant Earlier this year, Tennessee’s new Landlord Transparency Act officially took effect. This law requires landlords to clearly disclose who manages or owns a property and provide accurate, accessible contact information to tenants. The goal? To ensure tenants know exactly who to reach out to for maintenance issues, […]