The latest real estate industry news and announcements
“Housing has become unaffordable, so people are now viewing renting as a positive alternative where you can save money and invest it elsewhere,” observes Rob Golfi, Team Leader at RE/MAX Golfi Team, highlighting a significant change in how North Americans approach housing. For decades, the traditional path to financial security has been clear: buy a ...
“People have been working on instant title searches for 25 years. The race is on to do an instant search, with underwriters well-positioned because they own all the data, and data is king,” says Erich Wiedel, President of Mortiles, describing the technological competition reshaping the title insurance industry. The title insurance sector, traditionally methodical and ...
“Technology adoption in real estate operations has been traditionally slow, so you have to make it so easy that anyone can do it,” explains Tiffany Mittal, Founder and CEO of Utility Ranger. This insight captures the central challenge facing small-scale real estate investors who collectively control approximately half of America’s rental housing stock. The Hidden ...
A world without the MLS is a Wild West Show… it’s like not having a Department of Motor Vehicles and buying a new car,” says John Heithaus, Chief Marketing Officer at Ocusell. His comparison illustrates a notable shift in the real estate industry—private technology companies are increasingly establishing standards traditionally set by industry associations. New ...
For over a century, the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) has served as the backbone of residential real estate transactions in America. Now, that foundation is showing signs of stress as multiple forces—from technology platforms to policy changes to the strategies of large brokerages—challenge this long-established centralized system. Courtney Poulos, founder of ACME Real Estate and ...
The real estate industry is experiencing a fundamental shift as artificial intelligence technologies become increasingly integrated into core operations. “The Future of RentTech is Sticky, Scalable, and Deeply Integrated,” as one industry thought leader recently observed, highlighting how AI tools are becoming essential rather than optional in property management and investment analysis. Redefining Property Management ...
“The biggest things we’re seeing in the market right now are a drive towards stability,” notes Izzy Cannell, Workplace Insights Lead at VergeSense. “Companies are moving toward more rapid decision making than we’ve seen in recent years, with growing confidence in their space planning decisions.” Five years after the pandemic dramatically altered workplace attendance, understanding ...
In a remarkable shift that underscores the evolving nature of urban real estate, office-to-apartment conversions have surged by an astounding 484% over the past four years. This unprecedented transformation isn’t just about creating new apartments – it’s spawning an entire ecosystem of creative adaptations that’s reshaping America’s urban landscape. The Numbers Tell the Story The ...
In an industry notorious for hidden fees and opaque pricing, Tomo Mortgage is slashing interest rates and eliminating the traditional pain points of home financing. The digital mortgage innovator founded by former Zillow executives has secured $20 million in Series B funding, bringing its total investment to $130 million. Progressive Insurance joins as a new ...
In a bold move that signals a seismic shift in commercial real estate, logistics giant Prologis announced plans to develop 10 gigawatts of data center capacity over the next decade. This ambitious strategy is not an isolated play—it reflects a broader transformation sweeping through the real estate sector as traditional property developers pivot to meet ...
“Multifamily developments need parking to satisfy their rental tenants and condominium owners needs and expectations of being able to park and store their vehicles where they live,” says Christopher Tiessen, President and CEO of KLAUS Multiparking America Inc. “It is an amenity to have on-site parking to make a project viable and competitive in the ...
The innovative mobile application features AI assistant “Mel,” transaction management, and exclusive listings to compete with industry giants Distinct Concierge Real Estate has officially launched its consumer app, aiming to transform how clients search for and purchase properties with advanced AI technology and streamlined features. The mobile application, which has been available in app stores ...
When European real estate investor association INREV announced its new focus group on ESG valuations this month, it wasn’t just creating another industry committee – it was acknowledging a significant evolution in how properties are valued. For investors, the message is clear: ESG isn’t just about doing good; it’s about protecting asset values and maximizing ...
The numbers tell a compelling story: office-to-apartment conversions have surged by an astonishing 484% over four years, with a record-breaking 70,700 apartment units expected to emerge from former office spaces in 2025. This transformation is reshaping urban landscapes across America, yet beneath these headline figures lies a complex web of opportunities and challenges. The Driving ...
