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Steve Marcinuk
24 Feb 2026

Richmond, Virginia’s real estate market has changed dramatically over the past century, moving from post-Civil War construction to today’s technology-driven industry. At the center of this evolution is John Finn Jr. of United Real Estate Richmond, whose family’s involvement in property and construction spans five generations. Finn’s experience offers a detailed view of how the ...

Steve Marcinuk
23 Feb 2026

The outdoor living design industry is moving beyond basic deck construction, led by professionals who recognize that homeowners now want more than visual upgrades; they want spaces that relieve daily stress. Paul Lafrance, founder of Paul Lafrance Design and former host of HGTV’s “Decked Out,” is at the forefront of this trend, reframing outdoor spaces ...

Steve Marcinuk
23 Feb 2026

Florida’s luxury residential development market is undergoing rapid change as artificial intelligence (AI) alters how buyers search for, evaluate, and select properties. This shift comes as the market moves past the pandemic-driven buying surge into a more stable, measured pace, forcing developers and marketers to adapt quickly or risk losing ground. Laurie Andrews, President of ...

Steve Marcinuk
23 Feb 2026

Florida’s real estate market is undergoing a period of adjustment, with international buyers stepping in as domestic investors pull back. The state’s enduring appeal, combined with new technology and changing buyer priorities, is reshaping how properties are bought, sold, and managed in 2024. A Market Defined by Adaptation No one has witnessed Florida’s real estate ...

Steve Marcinuk
23 Feb 2026

Southwest Florida’s luxury real estate market is holding steady as it moves into 2026, with local professionals reporting stable conditions even as high-end markets in other parts of the country face greater uncertainty. Marco Island, a key luxury destination in the region, illustrates this resilience. Sales volumes have returned to pre-pandemic levels, with 813 homes ...

Steve Marcinuk
23 Feb 2026

Commercial real estate is undergoing a significant change in how deals are sourced and closed. While new technologies promise faster lead generation, a growing number of professionals are returning to an older, proven method: cultivating business relationships that create long-term, compounding opportunities. Joe Santaularia is one of those professionals leading this relationship-driven approach. As president ...

Steve Marcinuk
20 Feb 2026

While much of the country faces housing market uncertainty, northern Bergen County remains one of the most resilient markets in the region. Local data and agent reports show a sharp contrast between the county’s continued strength and the broader national slowdown, with several structural factors keeping demand high and inventory tight. Inventory Shortage Remains the ...

Steve Marcinuk
20 Feb 2026

The Queens residential real estate market is undergoing a clear shift, with longtime homeowners increasingly becoming property investors. This change is driven by life-stage transitions, accumulated equity, and evolving market conditions, reflecting a broader trend across New York’s outer boroughs. Established residents are leveraging the equity in their primary homes to expand into multifamily and ...

Steve Marcinuk
20 Feb 2026

While much of the national real estate conversation focuses on high interest rates and affordability concerns, Milford, Connecticut, is charting its own course. The coastal city’s housing market remains notably resilient, powered by cash buyers whose motivations and resources set them apart from the broader market. This dynamic is shaping both opportunities and challenges that ...

Steve Marcinuk
19 Feb 2026

Edmonton’s real estate market stands out among Canadian cities for its affordability and its strong appeal to newcomers. As high housing costs in Toronto and Vancouver push many to look elsewhere, Edmonton’s accessible prices and established immigrant communities have made it a top destination – and created a distinct set of buyer patterns and challenges. ...

Steve Marcinuk
19 Feb 2026

Commercial real estate companies have long struggled to accurately and efficiently document large-scale properties, especially when managing multiple locations. Traditional surveying methods remain expensive and slow, often requiring coordination with several local providers. Advances in 3D scanning technology are changing how businesses approach property documentation and analysis, delivering faster, more consistent results across national portfolios. ...

Steve Marcinuk
19 Feb 2026

Most homeowners know the basics of property ownership, pay the mortgage, mow the lawn, and call a professional when something breaks. But as fewer people learn hands-on maintenance skills, a growing gap has emerged between what homeowners should do to protect their investment and what actually gets done. HomeLedger, a startup founded by Clem McDavid, ...