Steve Marcinuk is co-founder of KeyCrew and features editor at the KeyCrew Journal, where he interviews industry leaders and writes in-depth analysis on real estate, construction technology, and property innovation trends. His work provides unique insights into how technology is leading evolution in these industries.
Since 2015, Steve has scaled and exited two digital content and communications startups while establishing himself as a thought leader in AI-driven content strategy. His industry analysis has been featured in VentureBeat, PR Daily, MarTech Series, The AI Journal, Fair Observer, and What's New in Publishing, where he contributes insights on the practical and ethical implications of AI in modern communications.
Through the KeyCrew Marketing Studio, Steve partners with forward-thinking real estate and technology companies to transform complex industry expertise into compelling narratives that capture media attention. This approach has consistently delivered results, with real estate clients featured in Property Shark, Commercial Edge, Barron's, and Forbes for coverage spanning lending trends, market analysis, and property technology. His strategic guidance has secured client coverage in over 450 leading outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, and Reuters, helping organizations build authentic thought leadership positions that move their business forward.
Steve holds a magna cum laude degree in Marketing and Entrepreneurship from the Wharton School of Business and splits his time between South Florida and Medellín, Colombia, where he lives with his wife Juliana and their two young boys.
Construction companies face a sharp rise in insurance costs, with premiums now taking up about 6% of total project budgets for major builders. Climate-related losses and inflation are driving these increases, pushing companies to adopt technology tools to manage compliance and reduce risk. Nyasha Gutsa, co-founder and CEO of Billy, a construction insurance and compliance ...
Five years ago, South Orange County buyers focused on square footage and school ratings above all else. While those factors still matter, the top priorities have changed. Today, buyers arrive at showings with a new checklist, and CaLee McManus — founder of Monarch Real Estate and a local agent for over 15 years — says ...
Something shifted in Denver’s housing market, and sellers are still catching up. Buyers who would have overlooked a dated kitchen or an aging roof a few years ago are now walking away — not just from big problems, but from small ones. Paint color. Appliance age. Anything that signals work ahead. Michael Brassem has watched ...
In Los Angeles, the search for the next up-and-coming neighborhood is a constant topic among residents, agents, and buyers. While opinions vary, a handful of neighborhoods keep surfacing in local conversations, open house traffic, and buyer tours. These areas are drawing renewed attention thanks to new amenities, more realistic pricing, and a sense that they ...
Ask New Jersey residents where to find the next up-and-coming neighborhood, and opinions will vary. Yet a handful of areas consistently come up in local conversations and open house talks, drawing attention from buyers and investors seeking more value and potential than in the usual hotspots. Over the past year, several neighborhoods have shifted from ...
In South Jersey, the real estate market is moving at two distinct speeds. Homes priced under $400,000 in towns like Cherry Hill and Collingswood often attract multiple offers within days. In contrast, listings closer to $1 million are lingering on the market, with many sellers forced to cut prices by tens of thousands just to ...
The South Jersey Shore real estate market has shifted from the intense, fast-paced environment of recent years to a slower, more deliberate climate. Buyers and sellers are recalibrating their expectations as new development projects signal lasting changes for the region. Albert Casalnova, a licensed realtor with Keller Williams Realty Atlantic Shore who has worked the ...
After several years of rapid growth, markets along the Texas Hill Country corridor are entering a more measured phase. Inventory has increased, sales cycles have lengthened, and buyers now have greater leverage — but demand remains intact, supported by steady in-migration and regional economic strength. The shift is less about decline than about adjustment, as ...
The coworking industry has become a fixture in conversations about the future of work, with headlines touting flexible office models and the supposed decline of traditional leases. But for independent operators trying to build viable businesses, the reality is far more complicated than the popular narrative suggests. Jamie Russo, founder and CEO of Everything Coworking, ...
Out-of-state migration is transforming buyer behavior and market dynamics in Las Vegas. While much of the country faces cooling demand and price corrections, the local market shows a clear divide: steady activity at the median price point and increasing pressure at the high end. This split reflects the growing influence of out-of-state buyers, who often ...
The Charlotte, North Carlina metropolitan area continues to draw new residents, but local real estate professionals are seeing clear changes in buyer preferences and inventory patterns. As pandemic-era conditions fade, buyer priorities in Charlotte mirror national trends. Demand is strongest for move-in-ready homes, while properties needing updates linger on the market. Turnkey Homes Draw Higher ...
Navigating real estate investment in New York City requires a deep understanding of local tax law. City-specific regulations present challenges that often surface only after transactions are underway. For both investors and practitioners, mastering the city’s unique tax structure is now a prerequisite for closing deals without costly surprises. Jarrett Kalish, founder of Kalish Law ...
The European hotel investment market staged a strong comeback in 2025, with transaction volumes reaching €23.6 billion, according to data from Savills. This marks a rebound from subdued activity in recent years, driven by improved market conditions and more realistic pricing expectations. Liquidity has improved in both equity and debt markets, making it easier to ...
Every year, more Americans trade city life for land, livestock, and a quieter kind of independence. The desire is genuine — but so are the consequences of getting it wrong. Buyers who don’t understand what rural self-sufficiency actually demands can find themselves overextended on a property they can’t maintain, in a location farther from services ...
