The Immigrant Experience

For years, the apartment industry has debated the extent to which the Hispanic immigrant demographic would influence its operations. This special investigation weaves together the realities and falsehoods inherent in this renter group—and the findings may surprise you.

18 MIN READ

Randy Pollak

Progressive apartment owners realize the increasing role of Hispanics in renting and buying homes as proof of the power of this group. “Immigration is half of new household formation,” says Richard J. Campo, chairman and CEO of Camden Property Trust, a Houston-based REIT that owns 52,716 units nationwide. “It is really important for multifamily and for housing in general.”

About the Author

Les Shaver

Les Shaver is a former deputy editor for the residential construction group. He has more than a decade's experience covering multifamily and single-family housing.

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