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

“If you encounter Hispanics, you will see this incredibly strong work ethic and a loyalty to their employer, landlord, and other people in the church and community; all of these things makes [them] a loyal renter segment,” says Moises (Moe) Vela Jr., partner of The Comunidades Group, a Greenwood Village, Colo.-based apartment owner and consultant to the industry on Hispanic issues.

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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