A new migration trend is taking shape in the mid-to-long-term rental market, with Americans increasingly opting for extended stays in Europe and Asia Pacific, according to data from Rentberry, a platform with nearly 4 million monthly users worldwide. This shift reflects changing attitudes toward work and living arrangements in the post-pandemic landscape. “What we noticed, ...
The construction industry is taking a measured approach to artificial intelligence adoption, with many companies monitoring developments rather than moving quickly, according to Kelvin Enfinger Jr., who serves on the technology committee for Associated Builders and Contractors National. While major firms deploy advanced robotics such as “robo dogs” for site monitoring, smaller and mid-sized companies ...
The real estate industry’s reliance on traditional cold calling is proving highly inefficient, with agents and wholesalers spending significant time for minimal results, according to Nadav Boaz, founder and CEO of VoiceDrop.ai. In a recent interview, Boaz stated that most real estate professionals using cold calling strategies experience connection rates as low as 2%, leading ...
The commercial real estate industry has seen a surge of AI-powered tools that claim to transform how professionals handle documents and data. Yet, according to Oded Noy, Chief Technology Officer at Crexi, most of these solutions overlook a key aspect of user behavior that is hindering widespread adoption. “Chat is awesome, but cannot be where ...
The commercial real estate industry, long focused on extracting data from documents, is on the verge of a major shift as artificial intelligence advances. Oded Noy, Chief Technology Officer at Crexi, predicts that the next phase of AI development will center on document generation, fundamentally changing real estate workflows. “If the last five years were ...
Landings has introduced a new approach to address the infrastructure shortage facing electric aviation, according to CEO Lisa Wright. In a recent interview, Wright outlined how the company’s rural-focused strategy is making an impact in underserved markets while major competitors concentrate on urban opportunities. The Problem “That’s great that there’s 600 manufacturers building these aircraft ...
The lines between traditional hotels and short-term rentals are rapidly blurring, according to Guesty CFO Gil Vassoly, who points to a surprising evolution in hospitality operations. “There are contactless hotels now where there’s no one. You book it online, you get access key, go in, communicate with the chatbot, and everything happens automatically. This is ...
SmartPixel, a digital twin visualization company, is working to change how pre-construction real estate sales are conducted, according to founder Hadrien Laporte. In a recent interview, Laporte discussed the company’s approach to property visualization and how it addresses challenges in the industry. “I come from an artistic background. My family were painters, sculptors. I’ve always ...
The multifamily industry’s shift toward smart building technology has not matched the widespread marketing narrative. While “smart apartments” are frequently promoted, the actual integration of smart building systems in multifamily properties remains low, according to Lance Platt, President and CEO of Groove Technology Solutions. “It’s not marketing hype any longer. I think smart building technology ...
Multifamily operators now face a decision similar to the hotel industry’s past approach to internet access: will smart building technology remain a premium amenity fee, or will it become a standard feature included in base rent? Lance Platt, President and CEO of Groove Technology Solutions, says the industry is experiencing this transition now. “Yes, yes ...
Short-term rentals are transforming from community concern to economic catalyst, according to Guesty CFO Gil Vassoly, who argues the sector creates ripple effects of prosperity throughout local neighborhoods. “Short-term rentals are actually a way to uplift the entire community, not just financially, but creating this atmosphere,” Vassoly says, pointing to emerging data on visitor behavior. ...
As traditional real estate marketing struggles to generate showings in an increasingly competitive market, geo-fencing technology is emerging as a significant tool for agents seeking more precise targeting. Adele Suddes, a real estate sales associate with CENTURY 21 Miller Elite, highlights how this technology addresses a persistent challenge in the industry: connecting the right buyers ...
The real estate industry needs to prepare for a fundamental shift in how market intelligence is consumed and processed, with artificial intelligence playing an increasingly central role, according to Steve Marcinuk, co-founder of KeyCrew Journal. “We’re in this whole new age of answer engine optimization, where you ask ChatGPT, who’s the leading investor in the ...
The real estate industry faces a fundamental shift in how market intelligence is consumed and processed, with artificial intelligence increasingly mediating information flow, according to Steve Marcinuk, co-founder of KeyCrew Media. “We’re in this whole new age of answer engine optimization, where you ask ChatGPT, who’s the leading investor in the space of small bay ...
A provocative vision of real estate’s future is emerging: homes being sold without a single buyer ever stepping foot inside. This isn’t just theoretical speculation, it’s backed by $2 billion in transaction volume through one platform alone, according to Anne Lakusta, President and Co-founder of iFinder Offers. The Privacy Paradox in Modern Home Sales “Who ...
