Residential Real Estate

A veteran multifamily operator says shifting institutional strategies are creating new opportunities for specialized property managers, particularly in the workforce housing sector. Ron Kutas, Chief Executive Officer of OneWall Communities, says he noticed a significant shift in institutional real estate investment about three years ago. “A lot of the institutional capital started bringing in their ...

The definition of luxury real estate has undergone a fundamental transformation, with traditional metrics like price points and square footage no longer telling the complete story, according to Carolyn Fugere, Co-President and Chief Sales Officer of Sotheby’s International Realty. The Shifting Definition of Luxury “The definition of luxury has evolved significantly. It’s no longer just ...

Midterm rental specialist reveals how 30-day furnished rentals are changing residential investment strategies in urban markets. When Shona Lepis evaluates rental property returns in Portland’s competitive market, she sees a stark contrast: While traditional long-term rentals might generate $200 monthly cash flow per door, her midterm rental portfolio commands rates two to three times higher ...

The head of a major workforce housing operator argues America’s declining community connections are creating both challenges and opportunities for multifamily owners. Ron Kutas, Chief Executive Officer of OneWall Communities, says his experience growing up in Israel revealed a stark contrast with American residential life that shapes his current approach to property management. “In Israel…you ...

Marketing leader explains why national approaches fail in real estate’s hyper-local digital landscape . The assumption that digital house-hunting behavior is consistent across markets has led many real estate developers astray, according to Alyssa Soto, Co-Founder of development marketing firm Powered by DMT, who points to dramatic differences between New York and Florida buying patterns. ...

40-year industry veteran observes fundamental change in American housing preferences. The traditional American dream of a large home with a spacious yard is giving way to a new vision focused on quality over quantity, according to Lisa Clark, Senior Vice President of Master Planned Communities at W Land Development, who has observed this shift over ...

Outdoor amenities now trump density in community planning, according to 40-year development expert. The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally shifted what homebuyers want from master-planned communities, with outdoor spaces and nature access now taking precedence over traditional amenities, according to Lisa Clark, Senior Vice President of Master Planned Communities at W Land Development. The Shift Toward ...

A surge in new construction is forcing existing home sellers to significantly adjust their pricing strategies in Central Florida, according to Michael Dorman of Elevate Real Estate Brokers, who sees a fundamental shift in buyer preferences. The New Construction Challenge “With the new construction taking off, they’re having to come down to be competitive with ...

Recent zoning changes in Boise have created new opportunities for alternative housing development, with both ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) and co-living arrangements gaining traction among investors, according to Jonna Weber, founder of the Idaho Real Estate Investor Network. Regulatory Shifts Drive Opportunity “Boise recently revamped their whole code, zoning codes, and so it’s making it ...

A stark divide is emerging in Florida’s housing market between sellers who can afford to wait out challenging conditions and those forced to make aggressive price cuts, according to veteran real estate agent Jacqueline Coleman of Coldwell Banker. The Market Bifurcation “I have a seller who has increased that price where most people are reducing, ...

Industry expert argues rising costs are forcing innovation in transaction fee structures. The convergence of record-high home prices and mortgage rates has created an unprecedented affordability crisis that’s driving demand for alternative transaction models, according to Nico Jodin, CEO of digital real estate platform Beycome. The Affordability Squeeze “The price of housing never be that ...

The next generation of electrical contractors is transforming their traditional business model by embracing smart home technology, according to Dan Ross, VP at smart home technology company Brilliant. This shift represents both a cultural change and a significant business opportunity in an industry historically focused on basic wiring installations. The New Face of Electrical Contracting ...

The traditional home inspection report filled with static photos and technical jargon is becoming obsolete, according to one industry expert who argues that video documentation is revolutionizing how property conditions are documented and disputes are resolved. “A picture is worth 1,000 words, but a video is worth 10,000 and provides irrefutable evidence as to what ...

A perfect storm of economic and regulatory challenges has created the worst environment for new construction in nearly 80 years, according to one prominent Chicago developer who sees alarming parallels to post-war building constraints. “I’ve arrived at the thinking that we’re at the most difficult time to build since World War II, because everything seems ...

The Los Angeles luxury real estate market is facing a growing crisis that has nothing to do with interest rates or property values – skyrocketing insurance costs in fire-prone areas are derailing transactions before they even begin, according to a leading market expert. “Before we even write an offer, we say, talk to some insurance ...