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Steve Marcinuk
14 Jan 2026

The shortage of affordable housing in the United States has become severe, prompting renewed interest in manufactured housing as a practical, scalable solution. Recent data from Yardi Matrix shows that manufactured homes, with average prices between $125,000 and $135,000 nationally, cost about one-third as much as traditional site-built homes, making them a leading option for ...

Steve Marcinuk
14 Jan 2026

As most commercial real estate investors pull back from the office sector, a small group of experienced operators is actively seeking opportunities in distressed office assets. Elevated vacancy rates, persistent concerns about the impact of remote work, and ongoing urban challenges have pushed many investors to the sidelines. Yet for some, these pressures have created ...

Steve Marcinuk
13 Jan 2026

While Trump’s tariffs dominate headlines, ACME Real Estate’s Courtney Poulos says interest rates and pandemic-era pricing dynamics are the real story. The real estate industry loves a narrative. Right now, everyone’s selling “2026: The Great Housing Reset.” But Courtney Poulos, founder and CEO of ACME Real Estate in Los Angeles, isn’t buying the hype. “Everyone’s ...

Alejandra Rodriguez
13 Jan 2026

When most people think of Philadelphia’s hottest real estate, neighborhoods like Fishtown, Northern Liberties, and Rittenhouse Square come to mind. These areas dominate headlines, social media, and bidding wars. However, appraisers working throughout the city are seeing momentum in less-hyped neighborhoods where prices remain reasonable, infrastructure is solid, and local interest is quietly building. These ...

Rudi Davis
13 Jan 2026

Jacksonville’s housing market has shifted rapidly from a seller’s market to one that favors buyers. After months of limited inventory and bidding wars, the number of homes for sale in Jacksonville has climbed to about 11,000 – nearly double what agents saw during the peak of competition. For buyers who have been waiting for better ...

Alejandra Rodriguez
13 Jan 2026

Building a luxury mountain home is a long, complex process that requires years of planning, permitting, and construction. Unlike suburban developments that can be completed quickly, mountain projects demand patience and careful execution. Developers in places like Telluride and Steamboat Springs know that rushing the process often leads to homes that look dated before the ...

Alejandra Rodriguez
13 Jan 2026

Lucas Piper, owner of Five Star Vacation Home Rentals in Austin, has seen many short-term rental owners spend thousands on upgrades that fail to increase bookings. Despite investments in new furniture, complete repaints, or landscaping, some properties remain vacant for weeks. In contrast, owners who focus on a handful of targeted, inexpensive improvements consistently secure ...

Steve Marcinuk
13 Jan 2026

London’s Holborn district has a new player in flexible workspace, and it’s built on hard-won lessons from the WeWork era. Alex Passler, who previously led WeWork’s Asia Pacific and The America’s Real Estate teams, has opened Vallist‘s flagship location at Finlaison House – a 30,000-square-foot space that challenges how the industry thinks about flex office ...

Rudi Davis
12 Jan 2026

Five years ago, Jacksonville homebuyers prioritized square footage and school ratings. Today, those factors still matter, but they’re no longer the top priorities. Jan Rice, a realtor with Momentum Realty Jacksonville who has worked with military families and first-time buyers for six years, says buyers now walk into showings with a checklist of specific features ...

Rudi Davis
12 Jan 2026

Santa Monica is experiencing a surge in luxury apartment construction, with new towers rising along Broadway and Lincoln. These developments offer studios for over $3,000 a month and penthouses at $10,000 or more, targeting affluent renters and institutional investors seeking high-end, well-located assets. However, the volume of new supply has raised concerns about whether the ...

Rudi Davis
12 Jan 2026

In Martin County’s condo market, a surprising trend has emerged: high-end waterfront units are selling almost instantly, while more affordable over-55 condos are piling up with little buyer interest. This reversal challenges the common assumption that entry-level properties move faster than luxury listings. The forces behind this divide offer critical insights for both buyers and ...

Rudi Davis
12 Jan 2026

Step into one of Brickell’s newest high-rises and you’ll see buyers moving quickly, often submitting offers before units officially hit the market. Cross the street to a decades-old building and the picture changes: listings linger, price reductions accumulate, and sellers scramble to offer incentives. Miami’s condo market has divided sharply, and understanding which side of ...