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Central Florida’s Rental Market Is Changing: What Property Owners and Renters Need to Know

The rental market in Orlando is undergoing significant changes. Rising costs, new regulations, and increasing competition are prompting property managers and property owners to...

Massive $28M Contingency Burn Exposes Construction Industry Risk Management Gaps

Traditional construction contingency models are proving inadequate in the face of unprecedented market volatility, according to a leading construction attorney who warns that even...

Cut-Rate ADU Contractors Can End Up Costing Homeowners Twice as Much

The head of a major ADU construction platform says homeowners are falling victim to a wave of unrealistic pricing promises in California’s accessory dwelling...

Energy Storage Expansion Displaces Peaker Plants and Advances Urban Environmental Justice

Energy storage projects are becoming the frontline defense against environmental inequity in urban neighborhoods historically burdened by polluting power infrastructure, according to a senior...

Home Affordability Gap Widens in Orlando as Required Income Surges 54% in Two Years

The Orlando housing market has hit a mathematical wall that no amount of optimism can overcome, according to local real estate veteran Brenden Rendo...

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,...

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Connecticut Real Estate Market Builds Spring Momentum as Buyers Weigh Value, Inventory, and Out-of-State Demand

Connecticut’s real estate market is entering the spring season with renewed momentum, fueled by falling interest rates and a steady stream of out-of-state buyers...

Midwest Multifamily Development Finds Opportunity Where Institutions Fear to Tread

As major real estate markets contend with oversupply and declining returns, a growing set of developers is finding success in overlooked secondary markets across...

Renovation Returns of 2-to-1 Look Strong on Paper – But for Seniors, Matching the Plan to Life Goals Delivers the Real Win

The financial case for pre-sale renovation is compelling, and for many aging homeowners it can add meaningful value. At the same time, for seniors...

Westchester Area Home Insurance Costs Are Jumping – Here’s What Buyers Need to Know

You find the perfect house in Yonkers, New York, but your insurance quote comes back at $4,200 — adding $350 to your monthly payment....

What’s Happening in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul Housing Market in 2026?

The Minneapolis-Saint Paul housing market is telling a different story from the rest of the country. While affordability concerns and economic uncertainty dominate national...

Grande Prairie’s 85% Inventory Drop Creates 12-Hour Sales Cycle

Grande Prairie, Alberta, is facing an unprecedented housing shortage that has upended the way homes are bought and sold. Active listings have collapsed from...