Alejandra Rodriguez-Villamizar is a communications specialist, editor, and researcher based in Medellín, Colombia, with experience working at the intersection of investigative journalism, strategic communications, and multimedia storytelling. She is currently Editorial Consultant at KeyCrew, where she leads and refines editorial processes, and manages and mentors the editorial team. Before this role, Alejandra coordinated multimedia content production and designed impact metrics. She conducted in-depth research on organized crime across Latin American countries, contributing to investigative reports that inform public debate and policy discussions. Her career also includes work in digital strategy and audience engagement at University College London, where she supported the Anthropology Department’s outreach and career initiatives. Alejandra holds a BA in Communications and Journalism from Universidad EAFIT and an MSc in Politics, Violence and Crime from UCL, graduating with distinction. Her work is grounded in a people-centered approach that combines rigorous research, clear storytelling, and strategic thinking to generate social impact.
After months of slow activity, buyers in West Palm Beach are back, and the pace of sales has accelerated sharply. Properties that lingered for weeks last year are now going under contract in days, especially those near the water. For anyone watching the market and waiting for a sign, the shift has arrived. Hilary Musser, ...
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 made it harder for small landlords to turn a steady profit. If your tenant leaves, months of cash flow can vanish while you scramble to find a replacement, and every year, ...
When people think of hot real estate markets, they often picture cities like New York, San Diego, or Denver, not Tuscaloosa or Wichita. But college towns are attracting new attention from investors, with recent activity revealing that these smaller markets now present real growth opportunities. The driving force behind this trend is college sports and ...
Saskatchewan’s farmland market has delivered some of the strongest price gains in Canada over the past decade, with values rising nearly 13% last year alone. That surge nearly doubled Alberta’s 7.75% gain, driven by high crop revenues and farmers with cash to invest. But by mid-2024, the landscape has changed: commodity prices have dropped, inventory ...
A beachfront condo in Fort Lauderdale may look perfect—ocean views, updated kitchen, and what seem like reasonable HOA fees. But just before closing, many buyers are discovering unexpected expenses buried in the building’s financial documents: special assessments of $20,000, $50,000, or more for urgent repairs. What seemed like a dream purchase can quickly become a ...
In the Dallas–Fort Worth housing market, luxury homes are selling quickly, while mid-market properties are lingering. High-end listings, often priced above $1 million, are attracting cash buyers who move decisively, unaffected by interest rates or loan constraints. Meanwhile, homes in the $300,000 to $600,000 range – the core of the market for most buyers – ...
Many would-be buyers in Wooster, Ohio, are holding off on homeownership because of persistent myths about down payments, credit scores, and market timing. Amy Marinello, a realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty who has worked in Wooster for three decades, says these misconceptions often prevent buyers from pursuing homes they could afford right now. ...
Think you need a 20% down payment to buy a home in Bergen County? Or that you should wait for prices to drop before making an offer? If you’re holding back because of these assumptions, you may be missing out on real opportunities in the northern New Jersey housing market. Chopper Russo, team leader at ...
Step into a townhouse showing in Bed-Stuy or Crown Heights today, and you’ll notice buyers asking detailed questions about the garden apartment’s rental potential before even touring the main living spaces. Parents from out of state, especially from cities like Atlanta, are visiting with their adult children, planning to share both the space and the ...
Industrial real estate investors looking for the next opportunity in southern Illinois are starting to focus on a handful of towns that combine workforce availability, infrastructure, and affordable prices. While major cities get most of the attention, these smaller areas are attracting more site visits, investor inquiries, and off-market deals. Local industry professionals say the ...
Drive 20 minutes north in New York’s Hudson Valley, and the housing market changes dramatically. In Orange and Dutchess Counties — about an hour from the Bronx — homes priced realistically still draw multiple offers and sell quickly. But cross into Ulster County and a different reality emerges: houses linger for weeks, often without a ...
The appeal of Florida’s short-term rental market is clear: strong cash flow, steady demand, and the chance to host large groups near top destinations. But for buyers eyeing Bradenton and its surroundings, success hinges on understanding a maze of local regulations that can change with little notice. Short-term rental rules in Florida are highly localized, ...
After several years of rapid sales and bidding wars, Scranton’s real estate market has entered a new phase. While interest rates still dominate headlines, local agents say the most significant change is that buyers have learned they no longer need to rush. Instead, they’re taking their time, negotiating harder, and forcing sellers to adjust their ...
A young couple with a VA loan and 3.5 percent down enters a bidding war in Orange County, New York. Competing against them is a cash offer from a Manhattan buyer with no mortgage contingency and a flexible closing date. The seller chooses cash. The couple moves on. This scenario is now common in the ...
You walk into a charming Spring Lake home, love the kitchen, and the price feels right. But something in the back bedroom makes your stomach drop. According to Dylan Smith, broker at Chris Smith Realty with over a decade in the Jersey Shore market, most buyers overlook the same warning signs — until costly repairs ...
