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.
High-profile sales in South Florida are drawing national attention: a Google founder paid $173 million for a Miami mansion, and a Microsoft exec spent a similar amount on lots in Palm Beach. But beneath these record-setting deals, the reality for most buyers and sellers in Palm Beach County is more complicated. While ultra-luxury properties are ...
In New York’s Hudson Valley, you might expect high mortgage rates – now hovering around 6% to 7% – to push more people into renting. Instead, landlords are cutting rents, offering move-in specials, and watching units sit vacant for weeks. At the same time, homes priced under $500,000 are still selling quickly, with many going ...
Buying a home in Nashville once meant endless scrolling, slow paperwork, and hoping your offer would stand out. Today, artificial intelligence is quietly changing that process — speeding up some steps and lowering costs, but also introducing new challenges and risks. If you’ve noticed listings with flawless photos or received a mortgage pre-approval in minutes, ...
Walk through any Silicon Valley neighborhood today, and you’ll spot a clear pattern: some homes sell within days, attracting multiple offers, while others linger for weeks and see price cuts. This divide is not random. The market has split into two distinct segments, each with its own rules and pressures. The dividing line is $3 ...
In Florida’s Cape Coral, a 1978 ranch with brown siding sits next to a brand-new build with gray modern finishes. Both are priced similarly, but the new construction is very likely the one that will sell first. The reason comes down, at least partly, to supply. Cape Coral’s vast inventory of buildable lots — roughly ...
If you looked only at agents’ appointment books and weekend open houses, you might think the housing market was finally picking up steam. Mortgage-rate cuts have improved buyer confidence and increased market activity. The problem is that – at least so far – that activity hasn’t translated into increased sales. Rates have slipped somewhat from ...
A stunning view and an attractive price can make any Florida Keys home seem irresistible. But experienced local agents warn that the real costs often hide beneath the surface — especially along the waterfront, where saltwater and storms can cause damage that most buyers overlook. Michaela Walters, broker associate at Walters Luxury Group in the ...
In much of Connecticut, $400,000 no longer stretches very far — especially in cities like Bridgeport or Danbury, where that budget often falls short of a spacious single-family home. In Waterbury, however, buyers can still find a 2,500-square-foot house in a solid neighborhood, with good schools nearby, and sometimes even have money left over. Lynn ...
Pricing a home has traditionally required hours of manual research, spreadsheets, and guesswork. Now, AI-powered tools can generate a property valuation in under half a minute — and they’re becoming accessible to everyone from professional investors to first-time homebuyers. Tools like Bricked AI, a comping platform used by investors and agents nationwide, are emblematic of ...
Bergen County, New Jersey has long been one of the most sought-after luxury markets in the Northeast. Homes regularly trade at $2 million and above, buyers are sophisticated, and sellers know it. Understanding how the process really works — before you start touring homes — can save you time, money, and a great deal of ...
For decades, Vero Beach remained a quiet stretch of Florida’s east coast, known for its low-rise condos, uncrowded beaches, and absence of the glitz found in Miami or Naples. But in early 2026, this relatively quiet market about an hour north of Palm Beach is drawing new attention. Commercial airlines are now landing daily, luxury ...
Montreal’s housing market is sharply divided this spring. In residential neighborhoods, open houses are drawing crowds, bidding wars are common, and houses often sell above asking price. Meanwhile, downtown condos – particularly high-end units – are sitting on the market longer than sellers expected. For buyers and sellers, the experience depends entirely on property type ...
Most homebuyers spend months weighing school districts, commute times, and mortgage rates. Very few ask whether there’s enough water. In a growing number of North American communities, that oversight is becoming costly. Melissa Lubitz, Director of Business Development at Hydraloop Systems B.V., has worked in water conservation for over 20 years. She says the same ...
At first glance, Charleston might seem like a friendlier market for first-time buyers than it was a year ago. Mortgage rates have stabilized, inventory is up slightly from pandemic lows, and sellers are more open to negotiation. Yet the reality is quite different from appearances. Entry-level homes are lingering, while luxury properties — often priced ...
Buyers looking for homes under $500,000 in Southwest Florida might be expecting fierce competition and quick sales, but the reality is different. Today, it’s the million-dollar listings on Marco Island that move quickly — sometimes within days — while more affordable homes stay on the market much longer. Mary Bartos, team leader of The Bartos ...
