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The Short-Term Rental Market Moves Beyond the COVID Boom

The short-term rental industry has changed sharply since the pandemic, moving from what Emir Dukic, CEO and co-founder of Rabbu, describes as a “free-for-all”...

Jacksonville Market Moves to Buyer Advantage as Inventory Surges

Jacksonville’s real estate market has shifted decisively in favor of buyers over the past year. What was once a competitive seller’s market is now...

Finding Opportunity in Miami’s Overlooked Small Multifamily Market

Miami’s multifamily sector has changed dramatically in recent years, as institutional buyers and out-of-state investors have driven up prices and compressed cap rates across...

The Case for Shopping Stale Listings in a Competitive Starter-Home Market

First-time homebuyers in Rhode Island are struggling to compete for move-in-ready properties, but there are alternatives for those willing to adjust their expectations, according...

Cleveland Developers Turn Foreclosure Crisis Into Shipping Container Housing

The foreclosure crisis that swept through Cleveland left behind more than abandoned homes – it created a landscape of empty lots and a rare...

Lancaster’s Complex Permitting System Leaves Little Room for Outside Developers

Lancaster, Pennsylvania markets itself as developer-friendly, but according to one veteran developer, the city’s complex permitting processes and cultural preferences create significant barriers for...

Condo Maintenance Fees Now ‘Like a Mortgage Payment’ as Insurance Crisis Prices Out Local Buyers

South Florida’s condo market is experiencing a dramatic affordability crisis as insurance costs and regulatory changes drive maintenance fees to levels that are pricing...

Memphis Agent Pushes for More Local Homeownership Through Buyer Education

The Memphis real estate market stands out for its mix of accessible pricing and neighborhood diversity. High-end homes can sit just blocks from affordable...

How One Operator Followed the Map North and Discovered Palm Beach’s Hidden Advantage

Geography is destiny in real estate, and one Miami-based operator believes he’s identified a geographic arbitrage opportunity that most investors are missing: the compressed...

Scaling Without the Bidding Wars: The Strategy Built on Clusters of Small Buildings

The real estate playbook says to trade up: sell smaller properties, buy bigger ones, chase institutional-grade assets with stable cash flows. Alejandro Gershanik of...

St. Joseph, Michigan Leverages Lakefront Assets to Drive Strategic Development Growth

The lakefront city of St. Joseph, Michigan, is positioning itself as a destination for real estate investment and development, actively pursuing growth initiatives to...

New Analysis Challenges Boise’s Housing Affordability Narrative

While headlines focus on rising home prices and the struggle for local buyers, veteran real estate professional Elizabeth Hume offers a different perspective on...

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Small Wisconsin City’s Zoning Overhaul Reveals How Outdated Regulations Block Rural Development

Developers may be passing over viable projects in smaller communities because local zoning codes are too complex to understand, according to one Wisconsin city...

Chicago’s Small Multifamily Returns Are Under Pressure From Taxes and Insurance

Chicago’s small multifamily investors are facing mounting financial pressure from two sources that are increasingly difficult to plan for: rapidly rising property taxes and...

Baltimore’s $1 House Program: How It’s Rebuilding Entire Neighborhoods

The city of Baltimore is offering houses for one dollar. This is not a marketing gimmick — the city is actually selling vacant row...

San Diego Homeowners Are Getting Blindsided by Insurance Costs – Here’s What to Know Before You Buy

You find a great condo in San Diego, the price is right, and you’re ready to make an offer. Then your insurance quote comes...

Why Sioux Falls Keeps Growing And What New Residents Don’t Expect

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, continues to attract new residents at a rapid pace, defying expectations for a city known for harsh winters and unpredictable...

American Pledge Foundation Introduces Patent-Approved Program Targeting Housing Affordability and Foreclosure Prevention

The ongoing housing affordability crisis has led to new solutions from unexpected areas of the real-estate sector. American Pledge Foundation, a Birmingham-based nonprofit, has...