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Steve Marcinuk
19 Jan 2026

The Phoenix metropolitan area must prepare for an influx of 1.1 million new residents over the next 15 years, a challenge that is already forcing developers, investors, and policymakers to rethink how and where the region can grow. According to Tom Johnston, Executive Director of the WP Carey Center for Real Estate and Finance at ...

Steve Marcinuk
19 Jan 2026

Mom-and-pop landlords who built up portfolios of single-family rental homes over decades are discovering their properties are worth far less than anticipated, as institutional buyers focus on income streams rather than individual home values. Tom Johnston, Executive Director of the WP Carey Center for Real Estate and Finance at Arizona State University, says the single-family ...

Steve Marcinuk
19 Jan 2026

The Bay Area’s commercial real estate market is contending with stricter lending standards and new expectations for workspace use. However, transactions are still moving forward for borrowers who understand the current requirements. Jenna Williams, Vice President and Relationship Manager at BMO, works with middle-market clients generating $10 million to $100 million in revenue across the ...

Steve Marcinuk
19 Jan 2026

After more than two years of rising interest rates, higher construction costs, and softening rents, the San Diego multifamily market is showing early signs that prices may have stabilized. Market veterans who weathered the last significant downturn now see familiar patterns emerging, with some investors returning to the hunt for value amid cautious optimism. Aaron ...

Heather Hook
19 Jan 2026

Rochester, MN, real estate agent Alex Mayer explains how attraction-based marketing and strategic staffing create more client access than traditional team structures. Large real estate teams frequently market themselves on availability, claiming that multiple agents ensure clients always have someone to call. But according to Alex Mayer, a Rochester agent committed to client availability and ...

Heather Hook
19 Jan 2026

Michigan-based platform combines organization, standardization, documentation, and monetization to level the playing field. Independent real estate brokers face a persistent challenge that national franchises solved decades ago: how to handle client referrals when people relocate outside their market. While Coldwell Banker or Berkshire Hathaway agents can simply call a sister office across the country, independent ...

Steve Marcinuk
19 Jan 2026

The Tampa Bay real estate market presents a complex picture that defies national headlines and generalized predictions. While media coverage often highlights broad market downturns or recovery narratives, experienced professionals like John Hoffman, team leader at Tampa Home Group, see a reality shaped by local dynamics, inconsistent agent expertise, and persistent supply-demand mismatches. Hoffman, licensed ...

Steve Marcinuk
19 Jan 2026

After several years of volatility marked by rapid cap rate increases and declining buyer activity, the net-lease investment market is showing clear signs of stabilization. Industry professionals, while cautious, see reasons for optimism as the sector heads toward 2026. Dave Wirgler, Vice President at Sands Investment Group, leads the firm’s developer services platform and has ...

Steve Marcinuk
19 Jan 2026

While many U.S. housing markets face affordability challenges and declining transaction volumes, the Fort Collins area stands out for its stability and consistent growth. Local data show both inventory and sales rising year over year, even as high interest rates persist. This resilience sets northern Colorado apart from national trends, where headlines often highlight slowing ...

Alejandra Rodriguez
18 Jan 2026

Florida’s coastal markets, especially Sarasota, are seeing a surge in new-home construction, altering both the supply landscape and investment opportunities. Ray Collins, a realtor at Coldwell Banker Realty, describes a development scale that is reshaping how buyers and investors approach market timing and property selection. “There’s a lot of new construction going on right now ...

Rudi Davis
18 Jan 2026

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 ...

Rudi Davis
17 Jan 2026

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 ...

Rudi Davis
16 Jan 2026

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. ...

Rudi Davis
16 Jan 2026

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 ...