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From Paper Cities to Real Development: How Farmington Hills is Responding to Post-Pandemic Market Demands

Cristia Brockway’s interest in urban planning began in childhood, when she built miniature cities from paper in her bedroom. Now, as Director of Economic...

Staten Island Real Estate Faces Slower Sales and Cautious Buyers Amid Limited Inventory

Staten Island’s real estate market is adjusting to new realities as rising interest rates and limited housing supply reshape buyer and seller behavior. With...

Southern Colorado Market Shows Signs of Recovery as Inventory Rises and First-Time Buyers Reengage

The Southern Colorado real estate market is showing early signs of recovery as inventory levels rise and first-time buyers return after nearly two years...

New York Mortgage Market Edges Toward Stability as Affordability Remains a Hurdle

The New York residential mortgage market is showing early signs of stabilization heading into 2025. Industry professionals are reporting steadier rates and a modest...

Wichita’s Consistent Growth Attracts Investors Seeking Stability Over Speculation

While coastal real estate markets often make headlines for dramatic price swings and speculation, Wichita, Kansas, has steadily established itself as a destination for...

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...

Policy Specialist Warns California’s Supportive Housing Pipeline Is Stalling on Unfunded Operations

California has expanded its permanent supportive housing stock in recent years. Still, Brad West, Policy Specialist at the Supportive Housing Alliance, warns that the...

Why Secondary Markets May Finally Pull Developers From Tier-One Cities

As real estate prices in established Midwest markets climb beyond the reach of many adaptive reuse projects, developers are reconsidering where to invest. According...

Home Equity Lines of Credit Nearly Vanish for Most Homeowners, Forcing Borrowers to Turn to Costly Alternatives

The home equity line of credit (HELOC), once a standard financial tool for American homeowners, is now nearly unavailable from mainstream lenders. Geoff Ball,...

Indianapolis Real Estate Holds Steady as National Concerns Mount

The Indianapolis real estate market is outperforming national expectations, maintaining stability and growth even as rising interest rates and limited inventory weigh on the...

Downtown Akron’s Development Momentum: Strategic Conversions Drive Urban Growth

Downtown Akron is in the midst of a development surge, with 700 to 800 residential units in various stages of planning and construction across...

Ohio’s Planning Overhaul: State Rep. Brian Lorenz Pushes for Faster, Smarter Development

Ohio is confronting its housing and development challenges with an unusual advantage: State Representative Brian Lorenz, the only professional planner in the Ohio General...

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Why Small Landlords Are Turning to Co-Living – And What It Takes to Succeed

For years, owning a single-family rental seemed like a reliable way to build wealth. But rising insurance costs, unpredictable vacancies, and shrinking margins have...

Why Bay Area Apartment Owners Are Refinancing Right Now – And What First-Time Buyers Should Know

Three years ago, Bay Area property owners would have dismissed the idea of celebrating a 6 percent mortgage rate. But in early 2025, many...

Three Decades of Market Evolution: A Tucson Realtor’s Perspective on Today’s Opportunities

The Tucson real estate market stands out as a case where local conditions diverge from national trends. After a period of buyer fatigue that...

How Public Art Is Driving Economic Development in Chicago’s Underserved Corridors

In cities across the United States, the conversation around revitalizing underserved urban neighborhoods often centers on zoning changes, tax incentives, and infrastructure spending. What...

Senior Housing Market Surges as Occupancy Rates Hit Post-COVID Highs, But Investor Perceptions Lag Behind

The senior housing sector is experiencing its strongest demand and occupancy rates since before the pandemic. Still, many investors remain anchored to outdated narratives...

Ontario’s Cash Buyers Face Tightening Margins as Homeowner Distress Grows

Ontario’s real estate market correction has created a landscape where cash buyers see new opportunities but also face mounting challenges. As property values continue...