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NYC’s FAIR Act Spurs Hidden Market for Rent-Stabilized Apartments

A new law intended to protect renters has inadvertently pushed rent-stabilized apartments underground, according to Rachel Fiegler, Co-Founder of Pinpointe Group, who says landlords...

Dearborn Officials Highlight Housing Potential to Address Cultural Demand

Dearborn’s housing market is facing unprecedented demand driven by unique cultural factors, with capacity to immediately absorb thousands of new units, according to Angela...

Green Building Trends Show Why More Buyers Are Choosing Future Ready Homes

The business case for green building is becoming increasingly clear, with long-term operational savings and rising property values offsetting initial investments, according to certified...

Proposed Real Estate Law Could Prevent Neighbors From Buying and Selling Homes Directly

A proposed North Carolina bill could fundamentally reshape how individuals can participate in real estate transactions, according to one industry veteran who sees it...

Beyond the Headlines: The Real Economics of ADU Development in California

The accessory dwelling unit market in California has attracted significant attention, but much of the coverage focuses on claims about cheap, quick solutions. Jon...

Basic Math Skills Are Enough to Succeed in Real Estate Investing

The real estate industry has created an unnecessary mystique around property investing that may be keeping potential investors on the sidelines, according to Lauren...

Education Gap Stalls SB9 as Municipalities Call for More Housing

California’s ambitious housing laws face an ongoing challenge: local governments tasked with implementation often lack understanding of how to properly process lot split applications,...

America Faces Housing Shortfall as Multifamily Construction Goals Fall Short

The multifamily housing market is facing a severe and potentially long-lasting supply shortage that could reshape the industry, according to Jason Yarusi, Managing Member...

Orlando’s Housing Reality Check When the Math Simply Doesn’t Work

The Orlando real estate market is experiencing a significant slowdown that reflects broader economic challenges facing homebuyers nationwide. With only 400 sales per week...

Resilient Building Trends Show Why Stronger Homes Are the Future of Real Estate

The devastating impact of recent wildfires and extreme weather is driving a fundamental shift in how homes are being built, with resilience becoming as...

Dearborn Rejects Trucking, Pushing Development Toward New Industries

Dearborn, Michigan is taking an unprecedented stance in industrial development by explicitly rejecting traditional logistics and manufacturing operations in favor of green technology, according...

Assessment Crisis Forcing Sales Among Florida Condo Owners on Fixed Incomes, Broker Says

Florida’s condo market faces a growing crisis as aging buildings require major repairs and underfunded HOAs hit owners with massive special assessments, forcing many...

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Only 10% of Utah Residents Can Afford the Median-Priced Home as Mortgage Financing Strains Buyers Nationwide

Utah housing officials warn that structural problems in mortgage financing are pricing most residents out, even as new construction increases. According to Steve Waldrip,...

Coastal California’s Reality Check: A 45-Year Veteran’s View on an Unforgiving Market

The Monterey Peninsula, known for its dramatic coastline and high-profile residents, has become a prime example of California’s housing affordability crisis. Million-dollar starter homes...

Rising Property Taxes and Corporate Landlords Are Pricing Chicago Renters Out of the Path to Homeownership

Property tax hikes and landlord business practices are pushing qualified renters out of Chicago neighborhoods, making it harder for residents to move from renting...

Multigenerational Home Buyers Drive East Bay, California Real Estate as Families Plan for Children and Aging Parents

A growing number of East Bay, California, home buyers are searching for properties that serve both child-rearing and elder care needs, according to Victoria...

The Co-Living Approach: Craig Curelop Innovates Real Estate Investment

“You don’t need thousands of doors. You just need a few houses that can cash flow $1,000 each, and you’re making meaningful progress,” says...

Nebraska’s Top Agent Navigates Market Shift as Omaha Draws National Attention

Omaha’s rising profile is drawing national interest, with Forbes recently naming it the number one city to move to in the United States. But...