Many commercial real estate investors are sidelining themselves by holding out for double-digit cap rates that are nearly impossible to find, according to Larry Gotcher, owner and principal agent at Resource Realty Group in Michigan. Gotcher, who closes between $100 million and $150 million in income-producing property transactions annually, says outdated return expectations are preventing ...
Walk into a Sunday open house in Key West’s historic Old Town, and you’ll see a different scene than just two years ago. Instead of buyers lining up outside Victorian cottages and bidding over the asking price, most listings now see just a few showings each weekend. Homes that once sold in under a week ...
Sioux Falls, South Dakota, continues to attract new residents at a rapid pace, defying expectations for a city known for harsh winters and unpredictable weather. People are moving in from the coasts, large metropolitan areas, and smaller towns throughout the Midwest. They come for job opportunities, affordable living, and a strong sense of community that ...
You’ve found the ideal lot in Kansas City. Zoning is in order, the numbers work, and your architect has drawn up the plans. But before construction begins, there’s a hidden obstacle that could halt your project – and it’s not related to permits or financing. In several Kansas City neighborhoods, neighborhood associations wield significant influence. ...
When Intel announced its multi-billion-dollar semiconductor facility in Licking County, Ohio, the impact quickly spread beyond the factory’s footprint. Neighboring townships, once expecting only gradual growth, are now facing a surge in demand for housing, data centers, and commercial buildings. These communities are rushing to update zoning laws and infrastructure plans, all while trying to ...
The Pittsburgh real estate market is undergoing a measurable shift as the intense seller’s market of recent years begins to moderate. Local agents are reporting changes in buyer behavior, evolving inventory patterns, and a gradual normalization of pricing expectations. These developments suggest the market is moving toward more balanced conditions, though persistent inventory constraints and ...
New Jersey’s affluent suburbs are bucking national trends of real estate slowdowns. While national headlines point to cooling markets and hesitant buyers, agents working in the state’s most desirable communities report a different reality: homes are still selling quickly and, in many cases, above asking price when priced and presented correctly. Strategic pricing and a ...
The Great Smoky Mountains region has long attracted vacation rental investors seeking steady returns, but market dynamics are shifting. Occupancy rates in Gatlinburg have fallen sharply, from pandemic-era highs of 80% in 2021 to about 53% today, forcing agents and investors to adjust their strategies amid greater competition and more selective travelers. Deanna Workman, a ...
The Boise retail market is charting its own course, maintaining steady activity and tenant demand even as national data points to rising vacancies and slower leasing elsewhere. While the U.S. retail sector has logged six consecutive quarters of increasing vacancy, the Treasure Valley continues to attract both new tenants and expansions, reflecting a blend of ...
The self-storage industry has changed rapidly in recent years, forcing operators to adjust their strategies in response to rising interest rates, more complex market dynamics, and higher investor expectations. For mid-market companies, the challenge is to find sustainable advantages while managing growth in a sector that demands operational sophistication. Sergio Altomare’s path from Federal Reserve ...
Palm Beach County’s residential real estate market is showing measurable signs of recovery, providing an early preview of trends that may soon reach other parts of the country. After several years of pandemic-fueled volatility, followed by a slowdown driven by higher interest rates, local data now indicate Florida’s housing sector is emerging from its slump ...
North Florida’s luxury residential market is entering a period of slower sales and greater uncertainty, driven by affordability pressures, evolving buyer expectations, and shifting market strategies. While overall transaction volumes have declined and properties linger longer on the market, the underlying shifts reveal bigger changes in what buyers want, how sellers respond, and which properties ...
Tampa Bay’s luxury real estate market is attracting a new wave of buyers searching for value, lifestyle, and quality—positioning the city as a balanced alternative to Florida’s traditional high-end destinations. As cash transactions dominate and buyers prioritize experiences over investment returns, Tampa is emerging as a distinct market for sophisticated, experience-driven investors who understand what ...
Ocala, Florida’s horse country, is seeing a significant change in buyer preferences, as demand shifts from expansive acreage to smaller, move-in-ready equestrian properties. This trend is reshaping the local real estate landscape and reflects evolving priorities among both seasonal and year-round equestrian buyers. George DeBenedicty, owner of Pegasus Realty & Associates, Inc., has spent over ...
The American dream of homeownership is evolving. As housing affordability challenges intensify and economic uncertainties mount, a growing number of U.S. investors are exploring opportunities beyond domestic borders. Panama has emerged as a compelling destination for those seeking portfolio diversification, enhanced lifestyle options, and strategic residency pathways. From Personal Crisis to Professional Insight Steve Luther’s ...
