Live: Network With Investors

Join hosts Spencer Gray and Griffin Haddad for a special live episode of The Gray Report recorded right after returning from an institutional investor conference in Miami. In this behind-the-scenes breakdown, Spencer and Griffin share what really happens at these high-level networking events: the conversations, the capital raising dynamics, the international investor presence, and the “cast of characters” you meet when you're raising money in today’s market. Before diving into conference insights, the team unpacks new multifamily research, including a spotlight on Chicago’s surprising rent growth outlook for 2026, current supply and demand fundamentals, and what their proprietary forecasting models say about Midwest markets. They also react to Apartments.com’s 2026 trends report, covering: • The slowdown in new supply • How rent growth may (slowly) re-accelerate • The rise of automated + AI-powered leasing • Why concessions are sticking around • The importance of resident retention in a high-vacancy environment • Which amenities actually move the needle for renters Whether you're an investor, operator, or someone curious about how capital really flows into multifamily deals, this episode delivers rare transparency, candid commentary, and practical insights from the field. Access the full report, data models, and market-by-market projections: www.graycapitalllc.com/2026-multifamily-forecast/ Join Gray Capital CEO Spencer Gray on December 16th at 2 PM for a deep dive into the report, methodology, and what these forecasts mean for investors heading into 2026. Don’t miss it!