Why Renters Are Moving Less
Wed Dec 10 2025
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In this episode we’re discussing why renters are moving less than at any point in the last 40 years, and whether you manage one unit or ten, this affects your strategy, revenue, and renewals in a big way. So, Kevin and I are unpacking what’s behind the sharp drop in renter mobility and what it means for your business.
We talk through why renewing a lease is cheaper than moving, why ownership remains out of reach for many renters, and how construction slowdowns and underbuilding are freezing vacancy chains. We also break down demographic shifts — from long-term renters in their 50s+ to younger renters relocating less because of job instability and cost-of-living pressures. Climate migration plays a surprising role too — many renters want safer living locations but can’t afford to relocate, which means staying put longer than ever.
Most importantly, we share practical strategies to help you adapt: improving renewal conversations, creating predictable systems, using landlord software, and screening wisely to prevent fraud. Longer tenancies can be great — but only if you proactively manage communication, planning, maintenance, and rent increases.
If you want to run your rentals like a real business — with professionalism, confidence, and systems — today’s episode is packed with insight you can put to work immediately.
🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned
Listen to Episode 2: Improving Tenant Retention and Renewals
TurboTenant
Rent Redi
DoorLoop
Avail
Buildium
Smart Move Tenant Screening
Tenant Alert Tenant Screening
EZ Landlord Forms
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Send us a text In this episode we’re discussing why renters are moving less than at any point in the last 40 years, and whether you manage one unit or ten, this affects your strategy, revenue, and renewals in a big way. So, Kevin and I are unpacking what’s behind the sharp drop in renter mobility and what it means for your business. We talk through why renewing a lease is cheaper than moving, why ownership remains out of reach for many renters, and how construction slowdowns and underbuilding are freezing vacancy chains. We also break down demographic shifts — from long-term renters in their 50s+ to younger renters relocating less because of job instability and cost-of-living pressures. Climate migration plays a surprising role too — many renters want safer living locations but can’t afford to relocate, which means staying put longer than ever. Most importantly, we share practical strategies to help you adapt: improving renewal conversations, creating predictable systems, using landlord software, and screening wisely to prevent fraud. Longer tenancies can be great — but only if you proactively manage communication, planning, maintenance, and rent increases. If you want to run your rentals like a real business — with professionalism, confidence, and systems — today’s episode is packed with insight you can put to work immediately. 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned Listen to Episode 2: Improving Tenant Retention and Renewals TurboTenant Rent Redi DoorLoop Avail Buildium Smart Move Tenant Screening Tenant Alert Tenant Screening EZ Landlord Forms Connect with Us: 🌎 Visit our website 📧 Subscribe to our newsletter. 👆Click HERE for our FREE Landlord Forms and Doc’s 🤳Text Us: 650-489-4447. We love questions and love letters! 📩Email us at: Stacie@YourLandlordResource.com, Kevin@YourLandlordResource.com ➡️ Review the Podcast on Apple or on Spotify or YouTube ✔️Course Waitlist: From Marketing to Move In, Place Your Ideal Tenant 📱 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, & join our priv...