The trend toward delayed homeownership could have serious societal implications beyond just housing markets, according to Kent Keirsey, Co-Founder of Acre Homes, who points to research showing broad benefits of property ownership. “People that own their homes, they’re more likely to vote, they’re more likely to invest in communities. They’re certainly more likely to take ...
Looking ahead, Gerke believes this renovation opportunity could become increasingly attractive as limited land availability continues to constrain new luxury development in the most desirable areas. The key, she suggests, is finding buyers willing to see past dated finishes to recognize the potential value in these properties. While many luxury home buyers in Northeast Florida’s ...
Phoenix’s housing inventory is being significantly overstated by media reports that conflate different property types, according to veteran real estate agent Chris Dunham of Brokers Hub Realty, who says this misrepresentation creates unnecessary market confusion. “There was a story in the Arizona public not too long ago, there was all 26,000 property or houses for ...
Orlando’s luxury real estate market is experiencing a fundamental shift in buyer behavior, with affluent house hunters now taking weeks rather than days to make purchase decisions, according to veteran local agent Alexis Bress of eXp Realty. The New Psychology of Luxury Purchases “Buyers are definitely being more strategic,” says Bress, who specializes in million-dollar-plus ...
The luxury real estate landscape in Orlando is being reshaped by an influx of affluent buyers from across the country and abroad, creating new opportunities and challenges in the market, according to Alexis Bress of eXp Realty. Migration Patterns Reshaping the Market “We’re seeing a lot of out-of-state luxury buyers, a lot from New York, ...
A seasoned broker is shedding light on a persistent challenge in today’s shifting real estate market: sellers struggling to align their expectations with market reality, even when presented with strong offers. Neoly Lika Williams of LKW International Real Estate LLC points to a recent listing where the seller’s renovation investment clouded price negotiations. “He renovated, ...
The evolution of international real estate marketing from the pre-internet era to today’s digital landscape reveals both how far the industry has come and what remains unchanged, according to veteran broker Neoly Lika Williams of LKW International Real Estate LLC. The Pre-Digital Hunt “Back then in 1993… was no cell phone, was nothing. Was very ...
Montana’s real estate market has entered a distinct buyer’s market phase, with longer listing times and increased price negotiations marking a significant shift from recent years, according to Hannah Bruha, broker at Clearwater Montana Properties. The Market Evolution “We have quite a bit of inventory right now. Our listings are sitting a little bit longer ...
As fears of market disruption drive some real estate professionals to exit the industry, one expert sees striking parallels to 2008, and the opportunities that emerged from that crisis. Danielle Damianov, host of Real Estate Secrets Unlocked and veteran of multiple market cycles, says current conditions may actually present more opportunities than threats for those ...
The increasing digitization of real estate has its limits, particularly in the luxury segment, according to Carolyn Fugere, Co-President and Chief Sales Officer of Sotheby’s International Realty, who argues that human expertise remains irreplaceable despite technological advances. The Limitations of Digital Tools “Technology is an enabler, but it can’t replace the nuanced understanding that comes ...
In an era dominated by artificial intelligence and digital solutions, real estate educator Jessica Randolph, is making a compelling case for the irreplaceable value of local, human expertise in real estate transactions. “Sure, you can ask ChatGPT, ‘Hey AI, tell me how to buy a house.’ But they’re not going to know all the off-market ...
Remote workers are fundamentally transforming Montana’s rural real estate landscape, with properties offering substantial acreage and outdoor amenities seeing unprecedented demand, according to Hannah Bruha, broker at Clearwater Montana Properties. The Rural Premium “Most of them are from busier areas, wanting to just escape and be out in nature and kind of experience what Montana ...
Industry veteran highlights how outdated paper documentation puts building safety at risk, advocating for mobile-first emergency response systems. The difference between minor incident and major disaster often comes down to response time, according to facility management expert David Trask. Yet many buildings still rely on paper documentation scattered across multiple locations, creating dangerous delays during ...
Facility management veteran argues that fears of AI displacing skilled trades are misplaced, pointing to critical hands-on work that technology cannot replicate. David Trask, Host of Facility Voices and industry expert with over 13 years of experience, has a clear message about artificial intelligence in building maintenance: AI may be advancing rapidly, but it cannot ...
Major institutional investors are increasingly targeting Southeast agricultural properties, driven by growing concerns over food security and the region’s abundant natural resources, according to a leading land advisor. “On the institutional side, a lot of the investment is going towards quality soil and groundwater,” says Bryant Peace, Senior Advisor at Saunders Real Estate. “Food security ...
