Michael Iuculano, founder of MJI Capital, a private lender active in the Southwest and other fast-growing regions, says excessive leverage is now the top reason deals are declined. “I can’t blame somebody for wanting 100% financing. Why not?” Iuculano says. “But at the end of the day, we are a lender, we’re not a partner.” ...
Small-bay industrial properties across Florida are showing elevated bad-debt levels, with some rent rolls reporting non-payment rates of 11-12%. According to Daniel Levin, Senior Associate at CorePoint, the highest concentrations of bad debt are in properties with 15,000 to 35,000 square feet, where e-commerce and wholesale tenants account for a significant share of the occupancy. ...
Teddy Abdelmalek on why consistent execution of fundamentals beats flashy strategies every time Everyone in student housing is searching for the secret formula. The magic bullet that will drive occupancy, boost NOI, and solve operational challenges overnight. But according to Teddy Abdelmalek, Senior Vice President of Business Development at HH Red Stone, there is no ...
Liberace’s former Los Angeles residence hit the market in early December at $3.195 million, having been under the same ownership for 22 years. For Jeff Biebuyck of Frontgate Real Estate at Compass, who specializes in Southern California’s luxury markets, these long-held properties offer a window into current market dynamics that extend beyond high-end real estate. ...
Better Living Realty‘s broker adds specialized certifications to eliminate common closing delays and reduce costs for clients Rob Marucci didn’t get mold and lead certified because he wanted to expand into remediation work. He did it because a kitchen sink was holding up a closing. The scenario is common enough: during a routine appraisal, an ...
For the past five years, Société immobilière Bélanger has built one of Quebec’s most stable multifamily portfolios: nearly 4,000 rental units with a vacancy rate below 1%. The company is now expanding into Ottawa, Gatineau, Edmonton, and Calgary, with plans to achieve significant volume in each city. This move comes as elevated interest rates and ...
Tokenized real estate is often pitched as a breakthrough for investors: blockchain technology, the argument goes, allows you to buy and sell property shares instantly, unlocking liquidity in an asset class that’s usually locked up for years. But the reality is more nuanced. Tokenization does not automatically make real estate liquid, and understanding the real ...
After a sluggish start to 2024, Martin County’s housing market has shifted. Homes that lingered on the market earlier this year are now selling more quickly, and new listings are declining. The balance of power between buyers and sellers is changing, affecting how both sides should approach their next move. Current Market Conditions Martin County ...
Société immobilière Bélanger is planning a strategic expansion into Montreal, Gatineau, Ottawa, Calgary, and Edmonton. The multifamily investment landscape is experiencing a period of capital reallocation, creating a compelling window for well-capitalized private operators to expand into growth-oriented secondary markets. Société immobilière Bélanger is positioning itself to capitalize on this environment through a disciplined acquisition ...
After more than two decades in management, Scott Cooney has returned to active commercial real estate brokerage in Connecticut, bringing with him three decades of industry expertise and a network that is already generating substantial business. Cooney, who began his real estate career in 1995, resumed active brokerage in September 2025 after serving in management ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
